The International Coach Federation, ICF, publishes a Code of Ethics for coaches. All members of the ICF subscribe to the Code of Ethics, agree to …
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About Coaching
As the coaching industry moves toward self regulation or perhaps government regulation, the question remains as to how exactly coaching is defined. Start with this …
Exploring Coaching and Coach Training
Over the next several weeks, this blog is going to discuss coaching using the flow of the Certified Professional Coach program. For coaches who have …
Steps Now to Prepare for the Future in Coaching
Because the blog posts this week discussed the ICF and the move toward regulation of coaching, the question now is: What can a coach or …
Will Coaching Become Regulated?
In the blog post Monday I mentioned the move toward self or government regulation of the coaching industry. Will it happen? It is only a …
Benefits of the ICF
Often coaches ask me about the International Coaching Federation and the benefits of membership. What are the pros, the cons, and the considerations? Cons – …
A Coaching Conflict of Interest
Business coaches focus on working with clients who own small to mid-sized businesses. During the coaching process, topics include business operations, marketing, growth, and sustainability. …
The Best Way to Build Coaching Client Base
Word of mouth is the best way to build a coaching client base in the long term. For coaches that have been in business for …
Opportunity for Prospective Coaching Clients
As a coach, one tool for building a client base is a free introductory coaching session. When someone is considering hiring a coach for the …
Showcase Coaching Knowledge
Experience has shown that when you offer training, participants who want a coach will reach out. Training programs are easily hosted online and face-to-face events …