International Coach Federation

International Coach Federation

About the International Coach Federation Group

Formed in 1995, today the ICF is the leading global organization dedicated to advancing the coaching profession by setting high professional standards, providing... more »
Formed in 1995, today the ICF is the leading global organization dedicated to advancing the coaching profession by setting high professional standards, providing independent certification, and building a network of credentialed coaches. We exist to support and advance the coaching profession through programs and standards supported by our members and to be an authoritative source on coaching information and research for the public.

The ICF defines coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. « less

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Peter C.

Peter

Is this discussion area meeting members needs for insightful & stimulating discussion

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Bayo A.

Bayo

[Coaches That Change Lives] - Seeking Contributors for Worldwide Coaching Project

'Coaches That Change Lives' is a global project that we're kicking off to celebrate coaching professionals from around the globe who are ...

http://bit.ly/JkYgXw coachesthatchangelives.com

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Marcelo B. 5 hours ago • Edit • Bayo, Congratulations on the initiative, it makes over time we will have a better world, it seems you have a great desire to pass on the ... »
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Penny M.

Penny

Here is your daily motivation

First you make your habits, and then your habits make you. You become a slave to your constantly repeated acts. What at first you chose, at last compels. Your thoughts lead you to a purpose. Your purpose moves you to take action. Your actions form your habits. Your habits determine your character, and your character fixes your destiny. You...

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Penny M. 5 hours ago • Edit • Thank you Gary, I appreciate your affirmation! »
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Dr. Beatrice S.

Dr. Beatrice

How do you present yourself as a coach in 1 sentence in front of an audience ? What is your "lift story" as a coach?

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Noel G. 1 day ago • Edit • I think that there's a difference between how we define ourselves as coaches and an elevator pitch, although there's a relation between both. ... »
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Mike R.

Mike

How can leaders give when they are personally running on empty?

The other day I was on an executive leadership coaching session. During the call the leader asked me how he could fill others buckets (the act of appreciating, recognizing and rewarding employees) when his was so empty? This is a great question.

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Claudia C. N. 5 hours ago • Edit • Thank you all, this is great. Having the leader focus on the positive, ie. what he accomplishes, contributes, influences - present past ... »
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Gary C.

Gary

13 Creativity Killers

Which of these killers are holding back yours and your organizations creativity?

13 Ways to Crush Creativity co2partners.com

'Culture eats strategy for breakfast' it is said. When you think of creativity, you often think of ways to promote it! This post looks at the many ways that your organizations culture can prevent it from ever happening.

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Gregg S.

Gregg

Do you ever wake up in the morning and ask yourself, "What am I supposed to do today? Is there anything I need to accomplish before the ...

Finding your life purpose takes deep introspection and requires a transition plan to live a life of power, purpose and passion and achieving personal success.

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Gregg S. 5 hours ago • Edit • Thanks Gary! I appreciate the confirmation :-) »
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George A.

George

Is Branding Useful In Coaching?

Please share your branding tips with the group.

Upcoming Classes andersonservices.com

Anderson & Anderson is the recognized leader in Anger Management Certification, and Anger Management Classes, Client Workbooks, CDs, and Videos.

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Amy S.

Amy

Are you engaging in affilaite relationships? Do you consider that acceptable in your coaching business?

Most of my coaches and mentors are utilizing affilaite relationships to create a level playing field for referrals. I am in the dating ...

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Maggie Laura M. 4 hours ago • Edit • Amy, with all due respect, your credibility would go wayyy up and your question would feel a lot less spammy (at least, to me) if your ... »
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Quin N.

Quin

Here are 4 guerilla marketing ideas you can use immediately in your business: http://tiny.cc/q6abew

posted 1 day ago

Gary C. 6 hours ago • Edit • Wow! More help for us coaches on how to market. Seems to be one of the biggest struggles for coaches. Keep giving us this kind of material. »
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Milad R.

Milad

How you face with an old coachee?

I'm supposed to coach a person much older and expereinced than myself. Do you have any tips to overcome the potential obstacles in ...

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Carl D. 4 hours ago • Edit • I've had people ask me, "why should you have any advice for me since I've been in this business for 30 years?" I have to explain that coaching ... »
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Stephan W.

Stephan

What are the critical how-to steps to creating an amazing, engaging, program for clients?

I'm investigating making a couple different types of step-by-step programs for clients and I thought I would ask those who have done it ...

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Maggie Laura M. 4 hours ago • Edit • Stephan, I'm confused. Are you looking for a step-by-step marketing program to help you get clients, or a step-by-step process for ... »
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Catherine K.

Catherine

Books on Coaching Children

Hi all I am coaching children , young adults who are or have had a major illness and was wanting to know whether there are any good ...

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Silvia S. 6 hours ago • Edit • Hi Catherine, I am also much interested in this topic. Thanks for posting!!! Silvia »
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Silvia S.
Kelly H.

Kelly

It's today (Tues): The 3 Secret Reasons Your Website Isn't "Working For You" (and what to do about it!).

And you're invited! :) This free webinar is perfect for those with a coaching business and/or conscious entrepreneurs. Hope to "see" ...

Attention Coaches and Holistic - Heart Based Entrepreneurs: Do you have a website but you're wondering why it isn't "working for you"? Are you stuck and frustrated trying to build / edit / refine your website? In this straight-talk, no fluff webinar, Kelly will share w

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Gary C. 6 hours ago • Edit • As a coach one of the big lifts we can make is being able to understand how we can effectively leverage our website. Thanks for the post. »
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Mike R.

Mike

Leadership and Integrity - Two Powerful Leadership Stories to Tell

Here are two leadership and integrity stories that you might want to share with your teams. Both stories have something very interesting in common.

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Gary C. 6 hours ago • Edit • Boy if that does not hit the nail on the head. The work of Erhart on leadership continues to interest me on integrity being so fundamental top ... »
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Cynthia K.

Cynthia

Women Bullies in the Workplace

Welcome your comments

Women can be nastier bullies than men, at the workplace. What's the best way to deal? A Bully Free Zone sign - School in Berea, Ohio (Photo credit: Wikipedia) When Lady Gaga declared her hero was Emily-Anne, the 18-year-old [...]

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Gary C. 6 hours ago • Edit • Cynthia this is awesome material keep submitting. It enriches the community. »
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Fraser J. H.

Fraser J.

The My Mentor System helps you to set Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic & Timebound goals and a LIFE PLAN.

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Emily K.

Emily

Back to blogging!

Military Transitions™ Blog militarytransitions.biz

Resources for Employers

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Bea F.

Bea

Hello...I posted a video from TED.com yesterday by the title of Are We More Optimistic than Realistic? http://bit.ly/JQLtzv. Would like...

TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading -- through TED.com, our annual conferences, the annual TED Prize and local TEDx events.

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