When moving from coaching certification to being a coach, a big question many have is whether to define a coaching niche. Without a niche, defining …
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The Ultimate Guide to Coaching Presence
The International Coaching Federation defines the competency of Maintains Presence as, “Is fully conscious and present with the client, employing a style that is open, …
Doing Coaching versus Being a Coach
What is the difference between doing coaching and being a coach? In short, doing coaching is the technical tasks and actions. Being a coach goes …
Coaching Skills in Workplace Conversations
During the initial coach training at the Center for Coaching Certification, we talk about using our coaching in our everyday conversations. Graduates are provided a …
8 Steps to Gain Coaching Experience
True professionals learn and hone their craft. Coaching professionals start with coach training and then want experience as they continue learning and honing their craft. …
5 Steps to Become a Coach
What does it take to become a coach? The process starts with training and initially flows into earning a credential with the International Coaching Federation. …
5 Indications You Will Be a Good Coach
People often ask how they can know whether they will be a good coach. Some want to transition into coaching during their careers, and some …
Listening – an Under-utilized Skill
Most of us want to believe that we listen well. Most people seem to think others do not listen well. Research tells us we hear …
The 4 Pillars of Being a Coach
Training As noted in the previous blog, training is essential for any professionally and this is certainly true for coaches given the nature of …
Are you kidding me? 3 Crazy Claims about Coaching
Training is unnecessary and doesn’t matter. Any coach can effectively coach any client. Coaches give advice and suggestions. Okay – the first two claims are …