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 …
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The Ethics of Diversity
The International Coaching Federation published a statement of diversity, inclusion, belonging, and justice at https://coachfederation.org: “ICF Members and Credential-holders live and work in more than …
What happens when you don’t listen?
By Sarah E. Roberts, PCC www.claritymatterscoach.com In the comedy The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Abe Weissman doesn’t listen. In one early scene his wife, Rose, is …
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 …
Connecting with Clients
ICF Research tells us that the top two sources of new clients are referrals and public speaking. Sometime coaches hesitate to ask for referrals. Perhaps …
ICF’s PCC Markers Speak to Diversity
When you pursue a credential with the ICF, you submit one recording for the ACC or two for the PCC or MCC of yourself coaching. …
Coaching Competencies 7 and 8 Speak to Diversity
Competency 7. Evokes Awareness is defined as “facilitates client insight and learning by using tools and techniques such as powerful questioning, silence, metaphor, or analogy.” …
Coaching Competencies 3 and 4 Speak to Diversity
Because competency 3 is focused on the agreement, consider the entire process with a diversity lens. How the formal agreement is done – verbally or …
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 …