The ICF, International Coach Federation, publishes 11 Core Competencies for coaches and these are separated into four sections: Setting the Foundation Co-creating the Relationship Communicating …
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Coaching
There are a multitude of coaching models and processes. Each has value and benefits. What is essential is that the coach understands the client so …
Finding an Internal or External Coach
An internal coach is an employee of the company wherein they provide coaching services to other employees. An external coach is hired as a business …
Coaching During a Life Transition
Kelly was getting ready to retire and worried about how sometimes people experience declining health and capacity when no longer working. A colleague suggested Kelly …
Career Coaching Story
Jordan was looking for a job and struggling. A friend suggested hiring a career coach. Jordan did a little looking online and then decided that …
Do coaching sessions address specific goals only?
Whatever the type of coaching being provided, the question comes up as to whether the coaching sessions cover areas other than the specific purpose for …
What is the role of a coach?
A coach is a strategy partner. Exploring strategy is essential for creating the best possibility of a successful outcome. The coach challenges and expands thinking …
About Coaching
Coaching continues to grow as a profession and is gaining ever more popularity because it works. This series is a broad overview of coaching, how …
Coaching Past Resistance and Moving Forward
In the previous blogs the scenario presented was an employee who initially thought the coach was there to facilitate the loss of their job. By …
Establishing Trust with a Resistant Employee
When the client (read the blog from Monday for details) is angry and resentful about coaching it calls for a skilled approach. After listening to …