Training As noted in the previous blog, training is essential for any professionally and this is certainly true for coaches given the nature of …
The 4 Pillars of Being a Coach
Code of Ethics
Are you kidding me? 3 Crazy Claims about Coaching
Training is unnecessary and doesn’t matter. Any coach can effectively coach any client. Coaches give advice and suggestions. Okay – the first two claims are …
Getting Started in Your Coaching Engagement
Before starting to coach there are many things to manage. It is important to know in advance what the client wants from the coaching, sponsor …
Who are we as coaches?
There are stereotypes and commonalities amongst us as professionals. Of course, each of us is unique and that is a good thing! Who we are …
Three Phases of Coaching Agreements
An agreement for a coaching relationship is called for in both the Code of Ethics and the Core Competencies of a coach from the International …
An Opportunity
Number 28 in the ICF Code of Ethics calls on coaches to do good. What does that mean? How can we do that? It starts …
The Ethics of Diversity
The International Coaching Federation published a statement of diversity, inclusion, belonging, and justice at https://coachfederation.org/about: “ICF Members and Credential-holders live and work in more than …
3 Steps to Start a Coaching Relationship
Each coaching relationship is unique. This is because each client is unique and what will serve them in the moment varies. When coaches are in …
Coaching Competency 2 Speaks to Diversity
Competency 2 is Embodies a Coaching Mindset. The definition for this competency is, “develops and maintains a mindset that is open, curious, flexible, and client …
Coaching Competency 1 Speaks to Diversity
Which competencies specifically address diversity? There are several – consider both the definitions from the competencies and the competency sub points. Competency 1. Demonstrates Ethical …