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Which skills matter to effectively coach?

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The International Coaching Federation, ICF, publishes Core Competencies for a coach. The Center for Coaching Certification programs are designed to develop and enhance these skills. …

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How do I decide which program to take?

When you are getting started, the Certified Professional program is the first step, and it is a pre-requisite for the Certified Master Coach program. The …

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How come cost and length of coach training varies so much?

Each organization offering coach training chooses what to charge based on their expenses and their desired profits and also creates their schedule. Quite simply, costs …

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Why so many places for coaching certification?

Coaching is one of the fastest-growing industries because the return on investment clearly demonstrates the value of engaging a coach. As a result, many different …

Strategies for Coaching and Training Employees in Remote Work Environments

By Sophia Young Over the past few years, we have seen a shift in the way we operate in our jobs. Working remotely has become …

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18 Tips for Starting a Small Business

Starting a small, service-based business can be challenging, but with the right advice, you can set yourself up for success. We’ve gathered 18 expert tips …

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Continuing Education for Coaches… What are the requirements?

Continuing education is normally required to maintain licensure, a credential, or certification in a multitude of professions and industries. In looking at requirements in a …

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How Can a Coach Help Me Advance My Career?

AMOCO Corporation, now part of British Petroleum, did an evaluation of coaching over a ten-year period. The investigators reported that “compared to other AMOCO managers, …

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Coaching versus Mentoring

The International Coaching Federation defines coaching, “Coaching is partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and …

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How to Use Coaching in Public-facing Jobs

Because coaching involves people and communication skills, learning coaching helps during interactions with others. This is true at home, with friends, and at work. Some …