Building Initial Trust with Family Businesses

Family businesses contribute to almost 70% of the annual GDP of most developed and developing countries. However, they surprisingly remain an underserved target group for the coaching industry worldwide. Unlike present-day startups, family businesses prioritize legacy and longevity over short-term success. This focus informs their long-term vision and their risk-taking ability. Family businesses also tend …read more.
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Share Your Thoughts on the ICF Website

As ICF continues working toward an enhanced digital experience for all stakeholders, we invite you to participate in a brief survey that will help us understand how you use our website, coachingfederation.org, and how we can improve it. We anticipate that the survey should take about 15 minutes of your time and can be completed …read more.
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International Coaching Federation Announces Inaugural Coaching Impact Award Winners

-The new award program recognizes the best of professional coaching across three key categories– Lexington, Kentucky, USA  — The International Coaching Federation (ICF) today announced the winners of its brand-new annual ICF Coaching Impact Awards, recognizing excellence in the field of professional coaching. The awards are divided into three categories: Professional Coaches, Coaching Education, and …read more.
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Shape the Future of Coaching: Join the ICF Thought Leadership Institute Board of Directors

Do you have a passion for driving positive change and making a difference? Are you motivated to envision and create a better future? If so, we invite you to apply for a position on the 2024 ICF Thought Leadership Institute Board of Directors.   The ICF Thought Leadership Institute strives to inspire professional coaches and global …read more.
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The Art of Listening in Coaching

When we think of great communicators, we usually think of those who speak very well, have an impressive command of the language, and write eloquently. After years of teaching, coaching, and mentoring leaders and coaches, I have discovered that the most effective communicators are the best listeners. Listening is an essential skill and a fundamental …read more.
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Explore the Latest Trends Impacting Coaching at ICF Converge 2023

If you haven’t yet registered for Converge 23, you could miss inspiring sessions like signature talks and coaching spotlights. These sessions are your chance to gain insight into the latest developments and advances in coaching. Coaching spotlights will feature coaches from around the world sharing their unique insights on coaching trends and innovations. Explore coaching and AI, …read more.
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