When signing up to take an exam for an ICF credential, choosing which format is right for you is like deciding how you want to work out. Taking an in-person exam is similar to going to the gym — it’s focused, structured, and tends to have fewer distractions. A fitness center also likely has the …read more.
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Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as From Confidence to Creativity: 7 Surprising Benefits of Self-Kindness by Emma-Louise Elsey How would you like to feel better both mentally and physically, be more confident, more productive, more creative—and maybe even feel happier? Well, being kind to yourself may just be the answer! But before we…
Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as 7 Practical Ways to Harness Stress and Build Resilience | By Dr. Irena O'Brien Resilience is often thought of as a special quality that only a few people have. However, this is untrue. The American Psychological Association describes resilience as the ability to adjust well in the…
As a coach, your mission is to help businesses and individuals reach their potential and surpass their goals. However, coaches often find that they do more for others than for themselves. It’s important to remember that your success not only helps others thrive but also serves as a testament to the strength of your coaching. …read more.
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Burnout has reached unprecedented levels. In the U.S., Europe, and the United Kingdom, about 50% of all workers are on the brink of burnout, and for executives, it’s 70%. Inevitably, this means burnout is finding its way into the coaching space. Few coaching programs I’ve encountered teach about burnout, leaving coaches unprepared to manage their …read more.
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Lexington, KY–The International Coaching Federation (ICF) and The Association of Change Management Professionals® (ACMP®) are pleased to announce the signing of a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration between the coaching and change management professions. The agreement solidifies a shared commitment to fostering mutual growth, sharing knowledge, and driving excellence in their respective …read more.
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Every day, the news highlights the growing impact of climate-related disasters. We hear about catastrophic flooding in Brazil, Kenya, and China. Near-record breaking heat waves in India. Widespread wildfires in Chile. And the Caribbean’s earliest Category 5 hurricane, Hurricane Beryl, in July 2024. Unsurprisingly, many people are feeling anxious about the state of our planet. …read more.
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Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as Coach FEATURE: Michael Kuan, Founder & CEO We continue to meet our fellow coaches, get inspired and build coach community with our “Meet the Coach” features! This month we meet Michael Kuan, Founder & CEO About Michael Lives In: Singapore Company: Project Elev8 Type of Coach: Learning…
Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as 5 Creative Ways to Help Clients De-Stress & Reconnect with Themselves by Ruby McGuire Our clients (and us) are often frazzled and need a bit of relaxation. Many of us burn ourselves out by juggling work and life—and crave calm. In this fun article we explore some…
– The annual award program recognizes excellence in professional coaching across four key categories – Lexington, Kentucky — The International Coaching Federation (ICF) today announced the winners of its annual ICF Coaching Impact Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements in the professional coaching industry. The 2024 awards span four categories: Professional Coaches, Coaching Education, Organizations, and the …read more.
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