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Diversity and Connection in Coaching

What is diversity and connection? Merriam-Webster says diversity is: “the condition of having or being composed of differing elements: variety especially; the inclusion / regard …

How do I decide if hiring a coach is the right move?

If you are thinking or wondering any of the following: “Sometimes life gets so busy I don’t know if I’m coming or going.” “All my …

How do I determine if I will be a good coach?

When people ask this question, my reaction is often that if you care enough to ask the question you care enough to learn how to …

How do I listen?

Many perceive themselves good listeners. At the same time, upon observing themselves and reflecting, many also realize their listening leaves something to be desired. This …

Religious Beliefs versus Sexual Orientation: What do you think? Ethical Challenges Series

A coach and client have been working together for six months with a focus on the client’s business. The client wants to discuss a challenge …

Conflict of Interest: What do you think? Ethical Challenges Series

A coach has a client who owns their own hair salon. The coach’s friend decides to start their own business – a hair salon – …

Record Keeping: What do you think? Ethical Challenges Series

A coach keeps notes on paper and stores them in a locked file cabinet. The coach’s house is broken into, the file cabinet is busted …

Confidentiality What do you think? Ethical Challenges Series

A coaching client’s manager wants a full report on what is discussed during coaching sessions. They threaten to stop paying for the coaching unless they …

A Gift: What do you think? Ethical Challenges Series

A coaching client offers their box seat tickets to a big game to the coach. The coach has completed their coach training and is a …

An Invitation: What do you think? Ethical Challenges Series

A coaching client invites the coach to their wedding. The coach has completed their coach training and is a member of the ICF and accountable …