The ICF International Coach Federation was formed in 1995 as a federation of national coaching associations by professional coach Thomas Leonard (USA). Right from the onset, the purpose and goal of the organization was to advance and increase the recognition, respect, value, status, and use of coaching worldwide. Since then, numerous organizations have come on board—and each member’s mission statement speaks to its commitment toward those same principles. The ICF has grown dramatically … [Read more...]
Training for Coaching Skills: Advancing Yourself
If you're an aspiring coach or a coach who's looking to advance yourself, training for coaching skills is essential. To become a great coach, it takes more than just certifications. You need practical experience, continual learning, and hands-on practice. But what if you can’t afford on-site training, or those programs are out of your budget? What do you do then. Lucky for us there are some amazing ways to learn all about these topics at home! Training can be done wherever and … [Read more...]
Coaching “Niche Fear”
“I want to start my coaching business in the sexual trauma niche.” “I’m super passionate about the work… but all the experts say that niche won’t enroll in coaching…” (A coach in the Synergy Private Client program brought this up to me last week.) “Should I coach on a niche that’s PROVEN to get clients or…” “....Do I coach on my passion and HOPE I get clients??” I responded, ”What’s stopping you from pursuing the niche you’re passionate about?” She answered “I don’t know, … [Read more...]
Selfishness Versus Generosity in Coaching
Today I’m going to admit something about my coaching. Something that I’ve never told anyone in my entire 22 years in the coaching industry. Coaching is a caring profession. Most coaches are willing to give up their time, energy, and money… …to change someone else’s life for the better. Despite that, some of Master Coach University’s most advanced students act pretty selfish: ComplainingGriping about petty grievancesPassing judgment on clients and fellow students Does it seem … [Read more...]
Top International Coaching Certification Organizations
Are you interested in international coaching certification but don't know where to start? It's normal. There are many options out there, and each organization touts its pros and cons, but which one is right for you? Below are what we consider to be some of the top organizations. First off, though, here are the benefits of having international coaching certification: It enhances your credibility - It elevates your professional profile and credibility by a recognizable … [Read more...]
What are the Basic Principles of Life Coaching?
The basic principles of life coaching are many, but they all point to one goal—to help individuals reach their full potential and achieve a better quality of life. Life coaches work with those who have healthy, happy lives and who wish to remain that way, but they also work with those who need a little help to get back on track. Many clients seek out life coaches when they feel things are not going as well as they could be; others call upon them when something goes wrong in their … [Read more...]
Is Coaching Accreditation Really Worth It?
Coaching accreditation courses are popping up all over the place, from online courses to in-person workshops that can take weeks out of your schedule to complete. Is it worth the time, effort, and expense? Whether you’re just getting started as a coach or are an experienced pro, this article will help you determine whether accreditation makes sense in your case. What is coaching accreditation? For many, coaching accreditation has become a must-have to differentiate themselves from their … [Read more...]
Don’t Blindly Follow Coaches
The other day, a coach asked me if their ‘big coaching business idea’ was worth doing… “...all the experts say it will fail,” they told me. I said “Don’t listen to them.” “Your idea sounds great… go for it.” They said “Great!…I was going to try it anyway, but now I feel better about it.” I laughed, “Then why did you ask me??” The coach said “Because I wanted to make sure it was ok.” And I realized… …they were asking for my permission… …to do what they already knew was … [Read more...]
Starting a Life Coaching Business from Scratch
Starting a life coaching business can be difficult if you have no idea where to begin? You’re not alone—there are thousands of people who dream of starting their own successful business every day and getting started can be daunting. Here’s how to get going. Have an Understanding of Life Coaching To be successful in your life coaching practice, you should have a solid understanding of what makes for effective life coaching. When you’re just starting out, it can be hard to determine what … [Read more...]
The Truth About Life Coach Schools Accredited Programs
Life coach schools accredited programs are great for those who want to know more about becoming a life coach. The life coaching industry is growing very rapidly in recent years because more people want to live their lives doing what they love. But because usually there are no formal requirements, anyone can call themselves a life coach or start their own school. This confusion has led to myths about accredited life coach schools that just aren't true. Learn the truth about accredited life coach … [Read more...]
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