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Bold Kindness: An Interview With Stephan Thieringer From the Human Innovation Garage

2022/07/07

A Research Paper By James Levin
Business Coach, UNITED STATES

I had the pleasure of interviewing a “Bold Kindness” coach Stephan Thieringer, the founder of the Human Innovation Garage and one of the World Coaching Congress’ top 101 coaching leaders. Today, we talked about what it takes to be a successful coach and the mindset that coaches should adopt to be authentic and valuable to their clients. Stephan’s insights were especially valuable to me because his international work as an executive coach is an area in which I also want to make a difference. On top of that, Stephen is adept at focusing on the people at the heart of any issues his clients pose to the coach.

Connection vs. Separation

2022/07/06

A Coaching Power Tool By Crystal Thompson
Transition Coach, UNITED STATES

Focusing on the power tool Connection vs. Separation is what I’ve decided to do. Finding and maintaining a sense of connection with yourself and the wider world is the foundation of this powerful tool. Without this sense of connection, we risk living in isolation. The personal relationships we set up with ourselves and how we perceive ourselves fitting into the world around us, as well as the more profound, spiritual relationships we may or may not have with a higher power, are the two different platforms that I see this power tool for.

Adding Coaching to an Agile Consulting Practice

2022/07/06

A Coaching Case Study By Lynn Winterboer
Agile Coach, UNITED STATES

Since I’ve been an “Agile Coach” for ten years, several other ICA students have questioned me about the definition of the term. This “Adding Coaching to an Agile Consulting Practice” case study uses two real-world examples of employees who were apprehensive about their new job to show how I integrated coaching into my agile consulting practice. I am incredibly appreciative of my company’s support in allowing me to enroll in the ICA Vocational Coach Training program, and I am looking forward to changing more of my interactions from “consulting” to “coaching” so I may assist more people in determining what is best for them.

CLEAR – Create Changes Gracefully in Five Steps

2022/07/04

A Coaching Model By Crystal Thompson
Transition Coach, UNITED STATES

The CLEAR coaching model is for those who are seeking the clarity required to make life adjustments graciously. These adjustments may be self-initiated or brought on by unforeseeable circumstances. We benefit a lot from thinking about and clarifying our needs and desires before we rush to change. One can enter the area of connecting and setting intentions for transformation using this example. This idea progresses through the steps, leading to reflection on the clarity discovered during the coaching process. In my research into the coaching experience, I have found that by identifying what needs to be made more obvious, a lot of minor modifications can emerge in only one session.

Obligation vs. Opportunity

2022/07/04

A Coaching Power Tool By Lynn Winterboer
Agile Coach, UNITED STATES

When I first started my ICA journey, the phrase “Obligation vs. Opportunity” came to mind when I considered the experience many professionals go through when transitioning their organizations to an Agile way of working. Sometimes, the people undergoing the shift are forcing it on themselves; they want to go from a traditional method of delivering value to an Agile approach and perceive it right away as a chance to boost their relevance, pleasure, and professional satisfaction. To thrive in a rapidly changing and frequently unexpected world, organizational leaders frequently make the decision to be “agile,” motivating this transformation from the top-down as an organizational necessity.

Agile Team

2022/07/01

A Coaching Model By Lynn Winterboer
Agile Coach, UNITED STATES

In a collaborative and creative process called coaching, the coach and client work together to help the client reach their highest potential, both personally and professionally. This agile team coaching model provides a framework for the [team name] team to work with its agile coach to effectively fulfill the obligations of [team charter] by working together as an agile team. It is intended to facilitate the creation/development of personal, professional, or business goals and to develop and carry out a strategy/plan for achieving those goals.

Creating a Culture of Coaching in the Workplace

2022/06/29

A Research Paper By Beth Williams
Career Coach, UNITED STATES

What will coaching in the workplace look like in the future? According to a 2020 Forbes article, now is the moment for workplace coaching. Due to COVID-19, there has been chaos and confusion. The way we used to do business is no longer an option. It’s important to think creatively when things are chaotic. Creating a culture of coaching benefits the organization, its people, and its bottom line. The case for cultural change is clear. I am looking forward to being a part of my own organization’s transformative journey and using my coaching skills and knowledge to further the change in our people and the way we do our work.

SPARK

2022/06/28

A Coaching Model By Beth Williams,
Career Coach, UNITED STATES

I guide early to mid-career professionals through their career development and help them reach their professional goals by assisting them in discovering their personal “spark.” At Adventist Health, the spark is an important sign. It is reflected in our company’s emblem and is depicted in a variety of ways on our corporate campus and in our retail locations. The spark is a symbol of the “impact of inspired light shining through,” according to Adventist Health. Each associate’s innate spark is nurtured via coaching, enabling them to discover their calling, purpose, and career path while utilizing their special talents and abilities to further our mission and serve our communities.

Communicating vs. Storytelling

2022/06/24

A Coaching Power Tool By Beth Williams,
Career Coach, UNITED STATES

I came up with at least ten different alternatives for my power tool, but there was one that kept coming back to me: the difference between Communicating vs. Storytelling. I had this idea while completing my annual performance review. I am the team leader of a 13-person administrative staff. Each executive assistant supports a group of leaders. As part of my role, I visit leaders to ensure their support needs are addressed and to identify areas of potential growth for our executives.

Building Sustainable Leaders Through Targeted Coaching Strategies

2022/06/24

A Research Paper By Leslie Ford
Education Coach, UNITED STATES

To prepare to learn communities to be redefined and prosper in a world of complexity and unpredictability, it is challenging to engage with these levers of change and opportunity. As we deal with the COVID-19 virus, a sandbox suitable for using adaptive thinking, we are going through a complex and uncertain case. All of these likely scenarios will require staff development on an individual and community level in order to be successful. Building sustainable Leaders’ understanding of emotional intelligence and personal qualities is necessary for establishing fruitful work connections in teams, committees, and educational institutions. These elements lay the foundation for the importance of coaching, one of the most effective change agents, in helping emerging leaders in education.

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