August, 2024

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Be a Better Coach: 5 Reasons Your Performance Coaching Is Being Ignored

Let's Grow Leaders

To be a better performance coach avoid these common mistakes. Have you ever had (what you thought was) a great performance coaching conversation—your employee commits to behavior change—but fifteen minutes later they’re back to their old habits? So you give them more performance coaching, this time “louder” literally or through progressive discipline.

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Limitless Life Coach Certification Online ICF Programs

Master Coach University

Aspiring life coaches seeking to break through barriers and forge a meaningful career are increasingly turning to life coach certification online ICF programs. These programs are not only breaking geographical constraints but also dismantling traditional notions of coaching education.

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On Leadership Coaching, Authenticity and Being Human

International Coach Academy

Interview with Hayden Fricke In this interview, I sat down with Hayden Fricke, an organizational psychologist and an expert in leadership, well-being, and workplace culture. He is the founder and Global MD of an organizational development consultancy Steople in Melbourne, where he’s helping some of Australia’s biggest brands develop their leaders, improve workplace culture, and drive behavioral change.

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International Coaching Federation and Institute of Management Accountants Sign Partnership Agreement

International Coaching Federation

-The organizations will collaborate on synergies that intersect management accounting and professional coaching- Lexington, KY and Montvale, NJ – International Coaching Federation (ICF), the leading global organization for advancing the professional coaching profession, and IMA ® (Institute of Management Accountants), the association of accountants and financial professionals in business, have entered into a collaborative partnership agreement.

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Mastering Remote Onboarding: Proven Strategies for Seamless New Hire Integration

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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Inside the Mind of a Transitioning CEO: Key Strategies for Effective Leadership

SME Strategy

Transitioning into the role of a CEO is one of the most significant leaps in any executive’s career. It’s a step filled with new responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities that require a different set of skills and mindset compared to other leadership positions. This transition isn't just about leading an organization; it's about evolving into a leader who can guide a company through its most critical phases of growth, change, or crisis.

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Recognition is the Secret Weapon to Building a Thriving Workplace

Vantage Circle

What is the hallmark of a truly successful workplace? In today’s day and age, it’s a feeling that connects an individual in a unique yet powerful way to their organization. It’s a feeling of belonging and purpose. A feeling of being valued for the unique contributions one brings to the table. It's the result of belonging to a living, kicking entity and not merely lifeless, corporate machinery.

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Professional Life Coach Certification: Is It Worth It?

Master Coach University

Professional life coach certification has become an increasingly popular credential in recent years. As interest grows in the field of life coaching, certification enables coaches to demonstrate their skills and knowledge when working with clients. Why should you consider becoming a certified professional life coach? Why Pursue Professional Life Coach Certification?

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The Vision Board Coaching Model

International Coach Academy

Everyone has thousands of thoughts and ideas every day without even realizing it. Add some awareness to that thought or idea and it has the power to change your life. One way I have been able to become more consciously aware of my thoughts is by creating a Vision Board. A Vision Board is commonly used to represent your goals and aspirations. I’ve always been very goal-oriented and find it hard to function without setting goals.

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Coaching is Leading the Change in Workplace Well-Being

International Coaching Federation

We have known for quite some time about our planet’s sustainability crisis, but since the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing the human sustainability crisis in the workplace has also taken on a new urgency. The hallmark of this crisis is a pervasive lack of employee well-being, which has led to widespread stress, with over half of workers looking for new employment.

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Strategic Life Planning: Jean St. Pierre’s $100 Million Journey

SME Strategy

In the latest episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, host Anthony Taylor sits down with Jean St. Pierre , the co-founder and chairman of the Rhombus Group. Jean shares his compelling story of building a $100 million business, losing it all, and then rediscovering his path through deep introspection and strategic planning. The conversation is packed with valuable insights for entrepreneurs aiming to achieve business success while maintaining a balanced and fulfilling life.

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Your Guide To Transitioning Into Product Management: Essentials For New PMs

Speaker: Leslie Grandy, Product Executive & Drew Weaver, Senior Program Manager

Are you considering a shift to product management or just starting your journey as a Product Manager? Join Leslie Grandy and Drew Weaver for an insightful webinar designed to help you seamlessly transition into this dynamic role. Whether you're looking to pivot your career or enhance your existing skills, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed!

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Beyond the Trophy: A Gen Z Perspective on R&R

Vantage Circle

*“Seated in the living room a few weeks ago, my parents and I were discussing how far they had come in their professional careers. The struggles, the challenges, the excitement, and the adrenaline of those late nights. My parents specifically emphasized the obvious “hard work goes a long way” mantra as they reminisced about how their own hard work had gotten them various accolades and rewards that are now seated on the living room mantle, along with mine of course!

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Storytelling Mistakes: Do This, Not That for a More Memorable Story

Let's Grow Leaders

Do This, Not That, For Better Business Storytelling Done well, strategic storytelling will make you If you want to be a better storyteller, avoid these storytelling mistakes. Avoid These Strategic Storytelling Mistakes You want to be a better strategic storyteller, so how do you up your game? How do you tell a memorable story that has the impact you desire?

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How to Form a National Coaching Federation

Master Coach University

Ever wondered what it would take to create a national coaching federation? Building a successful federation from the ground up will take vision, commitment, and a step-by-step plan. But the question is: where do you begin?

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Pragmatic vs. Permission Process

International Coach Academy

I am President/CEO of Gwen, Inc., a private sector leadership development corporation. Gwen, Inc. provides various leadership development services to executive leaders across industries and dimensions of diversity. However, as a Black woman leader, I built my legacy by providing specialized services to emerging and established Black women leaders. Black women leaders have unique dynamics to navigate due to leading at the intersection of race and gender.

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HIA Technologies Turns a New Chapter in Professional Development and Training

HIA Technologies announces the launch of Qvio™️ - transforming video engagement with two-way interactivity. With Qvio viewers can ask questions and get instant answers from the content owner's Author-Controlled AI™️.

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ICF Communities of Practice (CPs): Cutting-Edge Coaching Topics Tailored to Your Interests

International Coaching Federation

Health and Wellness Coaching: Coaching Clients Through Obstacles with Improvisation on September 25 at 11 a.m. (New York). Carrie Spaulding, PCC, will show you how to help clients recognize and break unconscious patterns through improvisation, boosting awareness and self-efficacy between sessions. Enhance your coaching toolkit with innovative strategies for transformation.

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How To Create A Business Plan for a Bank Loan [4 Key Steps]

LivePlan

Learn what to prioritize in your business plan when applying for a bank loan. In four steps you can produce a plan that will wow lenders and help you get the funding that you need.

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How to Style Long Hair for Job Interviews

Corporette

What's the best way to style long hair for job interviews if you're a woman in your early 20s? Could wearing it down make you look too young? Reader D wonders: How should a 20-year-old style her long, straight hair for the interview process for a management consulting job? Is wearing it down and straight too young/collegiate? Is styling it with a curling iron too beauty-pageant/date-y?

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Managing Up: Turning Information into Influence with Your Boss

Let's Grow Leaders

When Managing Up, Don’t Bring Data Without a Point of View When your manager asks you for information, don’t just answer their question. Have a perspective. To get better at managing up, ask yourself three questions that will turn information into influence. The Problem: Why Your Boss Is Frustrated Every day we hear from frustrated executives buried in data.

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The Ultimate LMS Buyer’s Guide: Everything You Need to Know When Purchasing an LMS

Whether you’re shopping for your very first learning management system (LMS) or looking to upgrade, the process can be overwhelming. With so many vendor options, each with its own multitude of features and pricing structures, even the most seasoned educators, trainers, and business leaders can feel lost in a sea of choices! Finding the LMS that’s best suited for your organization requires a planned, strategic approach.

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Top Employee Morale Survey Questions for a Happy Team

Vantage Circle

Human resources managers increasingly view employee engagement as a key performance indicator. However, measuring engagement is complex due to its many contributing factors. A vital component of engagement is employee morale or enthusiasm, which can be improved through various strategies, especially by prioritizing worker well-being. According to a Gallup poll , companies with high employee engagement experience 21% higher profitability and 41% lower absenteeism.

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Reframe Your Mindset

International Coach Academy

Discovering My Purpose in Life I was born and raised in one of the most beautiful places on earth, known as the land of God’s Cedars, or Arzar-Rabb in Arabic. My home was in Kadisha Valley in Lebanon. My story began early in my childhood when I began to dream of helping people in places I had never been before, so I began to question, “Why am I here “.

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Stronger Together: The 2023 ICF Annual Report is Now Available

International Coaching Federation

The ICF 2023 annual report, Together We Thrive: A Year of Impact Through Excellence , is now available. This report is more than a collection of facts and figures; it is a testament to how our collective strength can amplify our impact and drive the coaching profession forward. Here are a few highlights from 2023 that showcase what we can achieve when united: New milestones in membership and credentialing growth.

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Legitimate Power: What is It & How Leaders Should Use It

BetterUp

Have you ever wondered why the president is allowed to live in the White House? Or why does your manager have the right to assign tasks to you? These are both examples of legitimate power. In both instances, their power comes from their position.

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eWOW 2023 Virtual Summit #OwnYourGrowth

At eWOW, we are all about holistic growth – personal and professional. Growth that goes beyond a job title and paycheck. This year, eWOW 2023 virtual summit focuses on owning your growth – an action plan that will help you chart your path to success that is unique to you.

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How to Work with Difficult People

Corporette

Are you dealing with any toxic personalities at work, readers? Whether they're your boss, coworker, client, or subordinate, it can be tricky to know how to work with difficult people — both from an etiquette perspective, as well as the psychological ramifications — so let's discuss. Readers actually had a great thread a while back , so we'll start by rounding up their advice.

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My Boss Thinks I Need to Be a Better Team Player, Now What?

Let's Grow Leaders

Get curious about what “be a better team player” feedback means. Your boss tells you you need to be a better team player. And you think, “Wait, what? Me? Where is this coming from? I AM a team player. Do you know how much I care about this team and the work we do? Do you SEE how hard I work?” But that’s your inside voice.

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How are you doing? – No, seriously, how are YOU doing?

IAPC&M

International Authority for Professional Coaching & Mentoring - The Leading International Accreditation Body - IAPC&M The post How are you doing? – No, seriously, how are YOU doing? appeared first on International Authority for Professional Coaching & Mentoring.

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Self-centeredness vs. Selflessness

International Coach Academy

The inspiration for my Power Tool to reframe the perspectives of clients came through one of my peer coaching sessions. We have had 2 sessions where my client shared personal situations of struggling with setting boundaries towards others, being a people-pleaser, over-thinking options when making decisions by ‘guessing’ other people’s reactions, perceived expectations, and potentially hurt feelings, and having a feeling of being taken advantage of by others.

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Cancel Quiet Quitting: Detoxing Corporate Culture & Engaging Top Talent

Speaker: Jennifer Brick, Career Strategist and Author

Your employees have checked out. The last few years have been a wild ride, with countless changes to how we work and our workplace cultures, like the sudden shift to remote work, the return to office, and trends like quiet quitting. With productivity, profitability, and your employer brand on the line, leadership is turning to HR to engage employees and recreate your culture in different working models.

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Connect With Empowerment Architects Through ICF Communities of Practice (CPs)

International Coaching Federation

If you’re looking to become an even better coach while tapping into resources and knowledge, it’s time to explore the CP Communities on ICF Engage. Connect with other champions of change and dive deeper into the topics you care about. Just visit engage.coachingfederation.org and use your ICF member login. Team and Group Coaching Community of Practice: Team Coaching Tools for Onboarding Executive Teams on September 5 at 9 a.m.

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Cash Flow Explained | What is it, Why it Matters, and How to Calculate

LivePlan

Cash flow is critical to running a business. Without money in your bank account, you can’t pay your bills. Find out how to calculate and improve operating cash flow.

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How to Choose the Right AI Course for Your Career Goals

Harvard Business School Online

Whether you want to integrate AI into your current role or lead your organization through a digital transformation, choosing an AI course that aligns with your career goals is crucial. Here are four factors to consider as you're evaluating AI programs.

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The Change Challenge: Empowering Your Team for Success

Let's Grow Leaders

Episode 269: In this episode of The Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast , hosted by David Dye, you’ll dive the into change challenge and the fascinating world of behavioral economics with guest Melina Palmer. Behavioral economics is all about understanding how people really make decisions—not always in the logical, rational ways you might expect.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!