Sat.Dec 02, 2023 - Fri.Dec 08, 2023

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How to Get Coaching Clients: 3 Proven Steps for Success

Universal Coach Institute

Are you a budding coach struggling to attract and retain clients? There’s no denying that finding coaching clients can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But what if there were proven strategies that could help you attract the right clients seamlessly? To get coaching clients, you must demonstrate your value by […] The post How to Get Coaching Clients: 3 Proven Steps for Success appeared first on Universal Coach Institute.

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Year-in-Review: 7 Questions to Help Your Team Reflect on Success and Key Learnings

Let's Grow Leaders

Taking a moment for a team year-in-review fosters curiosity and connection I don’t know about you, but we love a good “year-in-review” list. There’s something about looking back over the entire year and seeing what stands out. More than the list itself, it’s the conversation that it provokes that each of us finds compelling: “Really, that was your favorite… interesting.” “Oh, I almost forgot about that one.

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Explore. Connect. Find the others.

The Creative Life

I went to Krakow in November. No real reason. We’d never been to Poland, my husband had a few days’ holiday left, the flights were fairly cheap (financially, if not environmentally). We lucked out. It was a wet weekend in November, but Krakow does winter really, really well, with cool cafes, cosy bars, comfort food, … The post Explore.

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The CLEAR Coaching Model

International Coach Academy

Coaching Model By Marie Romero, Leadership & Accountability Coach, UNITED STATES CLEAR – Contracting, Listening, Exploring, Action and Review Finding a coaching model that fits my personal unique style was not easy, which is interesting because when I started my ICA journey I thought I had this dialed in. I thought the easiest model to follow was a simple one.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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The Role of Assessments in Coaching Emotional Intelligence

International Coaching Federation

Emotional intelligence is a common buzzword these days in the personal and professional development space. There are many definitions and multitudes of “coaching” programs promising to increase emotional intelligence. According to Daniel Goleman , “Coaching is the most effective method for improving in areas of emotional intelligence deficit. Having expert support during your ups and downs as you practice operating in a new way is invaluable.

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How Do I Accept Help and Support for My Struggling Team (Without Looking Weak)?

Let's Grow Leaders

Have you ever worried that if you accept help you could jeopardize your credibility or not get the credit when things turn around? Today’s Asking for a Friend addresses this common concern. “Hey, Karin, I’ll admit it. My team’s results are not where they need to be. It’s been a rocky couple of months. We are struggling.

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Control vs. Vulnerability

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Power Tool By TM George, Executive Coach, AUSTRALIA Control vs. Vulnerability You can only go into the unknown when you have made friends with yourself. —Pema Chödrön During the early phase of my corporate life, leaders like Jack Welch (the legendary CEO of GE) were the role models. Leaders like Jack Welch and many others (Bill Gates, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, etc) were seen as tough, ruthless, and driven.

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The Inconvenient Truth about Prioritizing at Work

Eat Your Career

Prioritization is one of the most important topics under the umbrella of Time Management. It always surprises me to see how many capable, intelligent professionals still struggle with it. Recently, I got curious about why, and the answer surprised me even more. Typically, the problem is not that people don’t know how to prioritize; it’s that they simply expect there MUST be a better way.

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Take Care of Yourself As A Leader

Let's Grow Leaders

Episode 240: In this episode, we are replaying the most popular episode from 2020, which focuses on the importance of taking care of yourself as a leader. Host, David Dye, confesses to not practicing what he preaches and shares his struggles with mental health. He emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize their emotional, mental, and physical well-being to be effective.

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New HBS Online Course Helps Organizations Navigate Climate Change

Harvard Business School Online

Harvard Business School Online is offering a new course—Business and Climate Change—to help you and your organization navigate the unprecedented challenges associated with climate change.

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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Expert Interview: Exploring the Importance of Empowerment

International Coach Academy

A Research Paper By Bemene Piaro, Transformational Life Coach, UNITED STATES Expert Interview: Capacity Building I came to coaching through two significant experiences. The first was when a friend introduced me to coaching at a transitional time in my life. Although I did not understand what coaching was, I understood that I would be getting support to handle situations in my life that very much needed support.

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Retain and Thrive: The Stay Interview Blueprint for Success

Vantage Circle

Stay interviews have become a key strategy for organizations in a world where talent retention is as crucial as talent acquisition. The proactive approach of these interviews aims to nurture a loyal and engaged workforce. Moreover, it is designed to understand what motivates and satisfies employees while identifying and addressing potential barriers that compel employees to leave.

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Speaking Is Only the Beginning (Masterclass by Malgorzata Witkowska)

IAPC&M

International Authority for Professional Coaching & Mentoring (IAPC&M)) - The Leading International Accreditation Body for Coaches & Mentors The post Speaking Is Only the Beginning (Masterclass by Malgorzata Witkowska) appeared first on International Authority for Professional Coaching & Mentoring (IAPC&M)).

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All About Life Visioning: Why it's Important plus 10 Great Life Vision Exercises & Ideas!

The Coaching Tools Company

Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as All About Life Visioning: Why it's Important plus 10 Great Life Vision Exercises & Ideas! In this article are 10 Life Vision Exercises I get a lot of questions from coaches who want to help their clients with life vision exercises. Often people—and their coaches—are looking for a catch-all tool, workbook, visualisation or some other technique to help their clients.

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Building Compliant Workplace Violence Prevention Across States: CA SB-553 | NY S. 8358B

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Workplace violence prevention laws are rapidly evolving, with California’s SB-553 and New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act (S-8358B) leading the way. Join WILL’s experts for a nationwide webinar covering compliance requirements, with a special focus on these key state mandates. We’ll guide you through developing and implementing effective prevention policies, building a compliant plan, and delivering the required annual interactive training.

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Blending in vs. Belonging

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Power Tool By Michal Antczak, Leadership Coach, FRANCE What Makes Blending in vs. Belonging Different from the Other Concept? Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. – Steve Jobs Most people experience the need to feel a sense of belonging in their social or professional groups. That need frequently gets confused with the imperative to blend in at the cost of compromising own values or behavioral preferences.

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Presentation to the 2nd National Conference on Career Guidance & Development, Kenya: Career guidance, social justice and supporting youth transitions

Adventures in Career Development

Today I presented on ‘career guidance, social justice and supporting youth transitions’ at the Kenyan National Conference on Career Guidance and Development. I recorded a version of my remarks, which is now available on YouTube. My slides are also available if you want them.

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How To Turn Casual Conversations Into Coaching Clients

IAPC&M

International Authority for Professional Coaching & Mentoring (IAPC&M)) - The Leading International Accreditation Body for Coaches & Mentors The post How To Turn Casual Conversations Into Coaching Clients appeared first on International Authority for Professional Coaching & Mentoring (IAPC&M)).

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Revisiting the Rocket Fuel™ Toolkit

EOS Worldwide

Have you ever looked at old photos and realized how much you’ve changed? The same is true of your business. Looking back over an old Vision/Traction Organizer® (V/TO) may make you realize you’re not the same company anymore.

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

Speaker: Frank Taliano

Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.

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The AYLA Coaching Model

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Model By Lauren Purse, Transition Coach & Confidence Coaching for Women, NEW ZEALAND My Coaching Model AYLA My coaching model, AYLA , has been developed from experiencing my clients’ heightened levels of self-criticism and lack of self-compassion during transitional periods. The majority of established coaching models focus on coaching in one setting or area, so I have developed a model that traverses all elements of a client’s life and actively encourages them to practice self-co

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How to Find Your Coaching Niche: Niche Finder Tool

Universal Coach Institute

Have you ever felt lost in the vast world of coaching, like a small fish in an enormous pond? Discovering your unique coaching niche is akin to finding your compass in this expansive ocean, guiding you to the clientele you’re meant to serve, and setting you apart in the saturated coaching market. Let’s embark on […] The post How to Find Your Coaching Niche: Niche Finder Tool appeared first on Universal Coach Institute.

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Register Now for 2024 Diversity Roundtables

International Coaching Federation

Each month, Vice President of DEIB LaKisha C. Brooks interviews a guest or panel on a different DEIB topic that impacts the coaching community. While we are working to confirm topics and guests for upcoming Diversity Roundtable discussions, you can save the dates and register now. Register for the Diversity Roundtable Each Roundtable is held at 12 Noon (New York), and the upcoming dates are: Feb 27, 2024 Mar 26, 2024 Apr 23, 2024 May 28, 2024 Jun 25, 2024 Jul 2

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30 Best Self-Care Gifts for Mental Health

BetterUp

Discover the 30 best self-care gifts for mental health. Find out why long-term gifts are best for sustained care of yourself and others.

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How to Set Better OKRs and Drive Results

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

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Having Mission-Critical Conversations with Joshua Washington

Crestcom

On this week’s episode of The Leadership Habit podcast, Jenn DeWall talks to organizational psychologist Joshua Washington about how to have mission-critical conversations. These are the key conversations we have– or don’t have– every day. What conversations should you be having on your team to keep everyone focused on the mission of your organization?

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Local Online Marketing for Coaches

Universal Coach Institute

As a professional coach, your expertise can make a tangible difference in people’s lives. But how can you make that difference if those seeking your services can’t find you? Often, they may be looking for someone locally, typing into their search bars phrases like “life coach near me” or “life coach in [City]” The question […] The post Local Online Marketing for Coaches appeared first on Universal Coach Institute.

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Now Available: ICF DEIB Report Card for FY24-Q2

International Coaching Federation

The ICF Diversity Report Card for the second quarter of our 2024 fiscal year (FY24-Q2) has been published. The report card is based on the four meaningful focus areas uncovered through the ICF diversity audit. We are committed to sharing our ongoing progress made toward these goals as we work to create an inclusive and equitable coaching community. Click here to download a copy of the FY24-Q2 Report Card.

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What’s a Communication Coach? How To Find & Hire One

BetterUp

Jump to section What’s communication coaching, and how does it work?

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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10 of The Most Important Elements of Organizational Culture in 2023

Vantage Circle

Organizational culture is like the operating system that sets the tone across every aspect of a company. It guides how people collaborate, make decisions, recognize achievements, and even decorate office spaces. Culture exists in the unwritten attitudes, subtle habits, and collective personalities woven into the fabric of a workplace. When culture thrives, employees personally feel invested in the company’s purpose and community.

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How to Find Your Coaching Niche: Niche Finder Tool

Universal Coach Institute

Have you ever felt lost in the vast world of coaching, like a small fish in an enormous pond? Discovering your unique coaching niche is akin to finding your compass in this expansive ocean, guiding you to the clientele you’re meant to serve, and setting you apart in the saturated coaching market. Let’s embark on […] The post How to Find Your Coaching Niche: Niche Finder Tool appeared first on Universal Coach Institute.

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International Coaching Federation and Oman Energy Association Forge Partnership at ICF MENA Conference

International Coaching Federation

Lexington, KY – The International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the Oman Energy Association (OPAL) have established an innovative partnership through a formal agreement signed during the ICF MENA Conference’s “Impacting the Future.” This historic agreement marks the first of its kind between an Omani organization and ICF, aiming to deliver diverse coaching services to OPAL members while promoting and cultivating a coaching culture and its positive impact on organization

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Was Your Company Culture Intentional? Or Accidental?

Up Your Culture

A company’s culture is the sum of values, beliefs, and behaviors shared by the members of an organization. It’s the seemingly invisible force that shapes the work environment and influences employee behavior. Here at Up Your Culture, we often say that every company has a culture, whether they know it or not. What we’re getting at with that phrase is if you take a good look at how your own company operates, you’ll find the hallmarks of either a culture built on a foundation of intention and care

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Preventing Workplace Violence and Complying with New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act

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On September 4, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Retail Worker Safety Act (S. 8358B/A. 8947C) into law, requiring retail employers in New York to adopt workplace violence prevention policies and implement training programs by March 2025. This webinar will provide a detailed overview of the Act’s requirements, including developing and providing a retail workplace violence prevention policy/plan and delivering annual interactive training to employees.