Life Coaching (as defined by ICF)
As partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential, which is particularly important in today’s uncertain and complex environment. Coaches honor the client as the expert in his or her life and work and believe every client is creative, resourceful and whole. Standing on this foundation, the coach’s responsibility is to :
- Discover, clarify and align with what the client wants to achieve
- Encourage client self-discovery
- Elicit client-generated solutions and strategies
- Hold the client responsible and accountable
This process helps clients dramatically improve their outlook on work and life, while improving their leadership skills and unlocking their potential.
Unlocking a person’s potential to maximize his or her potential performance :
Sir John Whitmore
Helping successful leaders achieve positive, lasting change in behavior : for themselves, their people and their teams :
Marshall Goldsmith
ICF CORE COACHING COMPETENCIES
- Setting the Foundation
- Co-Creating the Relationship
- Communicating effectively
- Facilitating Learning and results
