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Values Clarification: The Path to the WHO

2022/08/26

A Research Paper By Mareva Godfrey
Parenting Coach, UNITED STATES

Many of the values we learn as children persist throughout our lives, while others are still being picked up, developed, and abandoned. Even as adults, our fundamental views still shape who we are, whether we realize it or not. These influences come from friends, spouses, coworkers, mentors, clergy, and the larger culture. Furthermore, a person’s personal values are linked to society’s moral norms and are impacted by ethics, which is a set of values that define proper behavior for a group, such as honesty, cooperation, and professionalism. Because they are the implicit and explicit agreements about how we will behave while we are together, values, morality, and ethics are essential to the success of a “culture”.

Journey vs. Destination

2022/08/26

A Coaching Power Tool By Juliana Lim Siok Hian
Life Coach, BRUNEI

Most people want to get to their destination as quickly as possible and avoid the difficult routes there. Sometimes, you get so caught up in doing simply to get to the goal that you stress yourself out and overlook the beauty of the journey of becoming who you are. Definition of Journey vs. Destination: The destination is referred to as the objective in this context, but the journey is being present and watching the work in progress. Destination motivates you to begin your journey and gives you a sense of direction. The journey will enrich you, allowing you to grow on this journey beyond just reaching your goals.

Building a Strong Nest

2022/08/25

A Coaching Model By Romina Tollerutti
Health and Wellness Coach, UNITED STATES

Birds’ nests, stand in for the affection, dedication, and work required to create a happy home. When the pigeons are ready to begin their own lives, the birds use the nest they worked so hard to build to protect and raise them. By giving parents the tools and support they need to get healthier, we can help them become role models for their kids, feel empowered to make the necessary lifestyle adjustments, and continue to raise healthy families. These young people will grow into healthy adults with all the resources they need to do the same for their families. For parents and kids to have a healthy and fulfilling life, a solid nest is constructed.

Developing Managers of People™.

2022/08/25

A Research Paper By Barbara DeMatte
Business Coach, UNITED STATES

In the business world, managers are often promoted from superstar employees who manage a team that produces widgets. Most of the time, those who possess the knowledge, aptitude, or capacity to manage are not promoted to managerial positions. Instead, a position became available, and the best widget maker or the worker with the longest tenure was given the job. This research paper won’t assess how people should be judged on their capacity to fill managerial positions. Instead, it will concentrate on how to coach the person to use the tools and resources at hand to become a better Developing Managers of People™.

Survive vs. Thrive

2022/08/24

A Coaching Power Tool By Mareva Godfrey
Parenting Coach, UNITED STATES

If we are lucky enough to live long enough, all will eventually suffer a setback so severe that it will shake their world. These are the situations or events that, for many people, are in keeping with their “normal” lives and force them to “survive, get through, put one foot in front of the other, seek the light at the end of the tunnel, get out of the dark hole” while they wait for time to pass, for something to alter, for them to get through the difficulty—and return to “normal.” The process of helping clients transition from a Survive vs. Thrive mindset requires several steps. Listening to the repeating patterns of underlying beliefs that suggest that in his or her mind the only way forward in facing adversity is using coping mechanisms and waiting to “get through” is necessary.

EXCEL (End, Explore, Commit, Experiment, Learn)

2022/08/23

A Coaching Model By Dana Wu
Career Coach, UNITED STATES

In order to fulfill my responsibility as a coach, I created the EXCEL Model. The approach offers a helpful framework to guide clients accomplish their objectives. The concept was helpful in igniting interest and revitalizing work for several people who felt disengaged at their jobs. Others have used it as a parenting tool to help them figure out how to balance meeting their needs with those of their kids. Others still use it to break bad behavior. The EXCEL Model aspires to be a versatile tool. My clients are supported by the EXCEL (End, Explore, Commit, Experiment, Learn) paradigm. Starting with the end in mind is helpful for clients. It keeps them interested.

Powerlessness vs. Owning It

2022/08/22

A Coaching Power Tool By Tessa D’Arcangelew Ampersand
Transformational Coach, UNITED STATES

Almost everyone has felt helpless at some point in their lives. The difference between powerlessness vs. Owning it is, When someone feels powerless, they are likely to feel stuck, lost, and silenced. It is not a trivial experience since who has power, who does not, who seeks power, and who is deserving of power has shaped much of human history. Ownership and “Owning It,” however, are two distinct but linked concepts. Ownership entails accountability, taking the initiative, and accepting responsibility for the effects of your actions. These characteristics are all present in Owning It, but it also has a light, fun tone and emphasizes the grandeur of the person rather than their achievements or external presence.

Interview With an Expert Health Coaches

2022/08/19

A Research Paper By Romina Tollerutti
Health Coach, UNITED STATES

As an ICA trainer looking to improve my coaching skills, I decided to interview Melinda Hoffman, co-founder of the National Association of Health Coaches, to learn more about her perspective on health coaching and the US healthcare system. I received my certification from the National Society of Health Coaches before I joined ICA, and I’m thrilled to be her student. Melinda is a Certified Health Coach and a Consultant in the field of integrating evidence-based health coaching and results into clinical practice and the workplace. She is a best-selling author, writer, educator, and well-known speaker in the field of home care, as well as the principal of Miller & Huffman Outcome Architects, LLC and a co-founder of the National Society of Health Coaches (www.nshcoa.com).

CAYA (Come As You Are)

2022/08/19

A Coaching Model By Lichenyang Zhou
Relationship Coach, CHINA

The target demographic for this CAYA (Come As You Are) coaching model is single women in their early 20s to late 30s who want to be satisfied, fulfilled, and happy in “their” relationships. The key to coaching is understanding that we never tell our clients what to do; instead, we assist them in identifying and forging their own course through life (ICA course material). Regardless of how many copies of a dating book are sold, the strategy described within might not still be suitable for a certain client. This coaching model, which aims to help clients understand themselves, must be used as a foundation. In a close connection, take into account the wants, values, and preferences. Analyze her sense of self-worth, satisfaction, and well-being both inside and outside of her intimacy. Only then will the search for love begin.

Integrity vs. Dishonesty

2022/08/18

A Coaching Power Tool By Barbara DeMatte
Business Coach, UNITED STATES

While most of us would say we are open and honest in our business, the difference between integrity vs. dishonesty is that we may try to justify white lies. This idea could include overstating the worth of a product, adjusting what we can do to win a pitch, or overpromising our services. This fact won’t be possible if you have integrity, which is important since you won’t end up in a situation where you have to deliver less than you promised. Overpromising and underdelivering are one of the most damaging things you can do to new business partnerships. This is why maintaining integrity at all times, even in the most little circumstances, is important.

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