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ICF Engage: Your Hub for Coaching Wisdom and Community Support

ICF Engage serves as the vibrant hub where the diverse voices of our global community come together to share their collective wisdom and insight — including how to apply client advice to our own lives. As coaches, it’s easy to prioritize others’ growth while neglecting our own well-being. Recognizing this, one ICF member initiated a 12-week self-care …read more.
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Shape Your Coaching Future: Explore ICF Communities of Practice (CPs)

Coaching Science Community of Practice: Maximize the Impact of Your Coaching in a Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) World on November 6 at 12 Noon (New York). Louise Sheppard, PhD, will delve into her research on the challenges leaders and coaches face in today’s VUCA world. Learn strategies for maximizing the value of these sessions …read more.
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Catch Magda’s Conversation With Tiffany Gaskell

In her latest LinkedIn Live conversation, ICF CEO Magdalena Nowicka Mook was joined by Tiffany Gaskell, a global authority on performance coaching and culture transformation. Hear their thoughts on how organizations are realizing that coaching is no longer a “nice to have” benefit, it’s an enabler of performance and potential. Explore all our monthly conversations on the ICF …read more.
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Raise Your Hand for Your Local Chapter

Volunteering for your local ICF chapter empowers you to make a tangible impact in your community. Whether you’re organizing events, mentoring newcomers, or advocating for our profession, your efforts drive positive change and inspire others. Volunteering also offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion and interests, expanding your professional …read more.
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Join Us for a Global Cultural Competency in Coaching Workshop

Unlock the power of inclusive coaching with ICF’s free Global Cultural Competency workshops. In just two hours, you’ll: Explore the nuances of cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity. Enhance your personal cultural proficiency. Master the six stages of cultural competency. Discover the vital role of intercultural communication in coaching. Plus, earn 2 Continuing Coaching Education (CCE) …read more.
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ICF Chapters Fuel Growth

Invest in professional growth with your local ICF chapter. By joining a chapter, you’ll cultivate a vibrant harvest of coaching excellence where: Your skills and knowledge sprout through enriching development opportunities. A nurturing network of fellow coaches helps you weather any storm. Ideas cross-pollinate in thought-provoking discussions. Together, you cultivate initiatives that enhance coaching in …read more.
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International Coaching Federation Introduces New Competency Models for Mentor Coaching and Coaching Supervision

  Lexington, KY—The International Coaching Federation (ICF) announced today the launch of two pioneering competency models: the ICF Mentor Coaching Competencies and the ICF Coaching Supervision Competencies. These evidence-based frameworks mark a significant step forward in the coaching industry.   “Mentor coaching and coaching supervision have long served an integral role in the development of coach …read more.
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Growing Your Coaching Brand and Presence on LinkedIn

LinkedIn? Isn’t that a crowded place already? Well, apparently not. It’s the place to be if you want to build your coaching brand’s credibility and presence. Here are some reasons why: In 2024 Q1, LinkedIn reported 450 million newsletter subscriptions globally (a 3x increase year over year). Out of the 1 billion users on LinkedIn, …read more.
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Why Am I Unhappy? 7 Examples of How We Get Disconnected from our Values and Ourselves!

Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as Why Am I Unhappy? 7 Examples of How We Get Disconnected from our Values and Ourselves! Our values represent who we are. When we don’t honour our values we are actually creating a disconnect from our ‘selves’. We’re sending ourselves the message that we’re not important and…

The Psychology Behind Effective Coaching

Have you ever wondered what makes a coaching session truly transformative? Coaching isn’t about giving advice; it’s rooted in psychological principles that guide individuals toward meaningful and lasting change. Coaching in itself can be a truly transformative experience for both the coach and the client. Let’s explore the psychology behind effective coaching, examining how various …read more.
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