How to Balance Person-Centered and Problem-Focused Coaching

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Imagine this coaching situation. Your client starts the session with a clear topic: “I need help managing my team better.” Forty minutes later, you and your clients are exploring their deep-seated beliefs about leadership and how their childhood experiences shaped her approach to authority. What happened in between? The shift from problem-focused to person-centered coaching. […]

How To Get An ICF Credential, From A To Z

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MASTERCLASS How To Get An ICF Credential, from A to Z All you need to know to plan for your credential application Get clarity on all the steps needed to receive your ICF credential In this masterclass we discuss everything you need to do in order to receive a credential by the International Coaching Federation […]

7 Common Ethical Dilemmas in Coaching (And How to Solve Them)

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As coaches, we operate in a space of trust and confidentiality. Our clients share their most vulnerable thoughts, fears, and aspirations with us. This privilege comes with significant responsibility, and sometimes, complex ethical dilemmas in coaching that aren’t easily resolved by simply reading the ICF Code of Ethics. While the International Coaching Federation provides clear […]

What Does ‘Trust the Process’ Mean in Coaching?

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If you’ve spent any time in coach training or mentoring, you’ve undoubtedly heard the phrase “trust the process” more times than you can count. It appears frequently in training materials, coaching conversations, and professional development sessions. But what does this phrase actually mean beyond the coaching buzzword it’s become? As coaches ourselves and trainers of […]

15 Powerful Quotes For Coaches

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Every once in a while, we like to share a quote on our Linkedin page that we think will inspire or speak to professional coaches. It’s a great way to pause and elevate a coach’s perception of the work they do. These quotes can also be used in sessions with clients, to share some wisdom […]

The Science Behind Somatic Coaching: Why the Body Matters

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The coaching profession has witnessed a growing interest in somatic approaches over the past decade. More coaches are incorporating body awareness, breathwork, and nervous system regulation into their practice. But what does the research actually say about these methods? In this article, we are going to explore the scientific foundations of somatic coaching, examining the […]