Diving into the ICF Core Competencies

The ICF Core Coaching Competencies make an excellent structure for formatting our coaching sessions. There is also no better way to obtain a deeper understanding of the core competencies than to realize how they can be used throughout our life, business, and relationships as well. For example, consider a discussion in a relationship where you entered into … Read more

Fueling Innovation and Team Creativity

Kashbox Coach Note: Leadership Coaching Creativity and innovation are often hailed as the lifeblood of successful teams, but what allows these qualities to flourish? Is it the talent of the individuals, the processes in place, or perhaps something more subtle? Increasingly, research shows that psychological safety—the belief that one can take risks and express ideas without … Read more

Why Be A Coach? Top 10 Reasons

So you’re thinking about becoming a coach. For those of you who like top 10 lists, here are the top 10 reasons that a coaching career could be perfect for you: Reason 1 Coaching is a really rewarding career where you get to help people achieve their goals by holding them accountable for their vision. … Read more

Two Screens, Two Missions: Webinar vs Virtual Training (and how to nail both!) | The Launchpad

You’ve got ideas worth sharing and skills worth teaching. The trick is choosing the right stage. A webinar is a stage for reach, story and a crisp next step. A virtual training is a classroom for practice, feedback and behaviour change. Match the format to the mission and your sessions feel lighter, livelier, and much … Read more

Achieving Success through the Quest for Purpose Framewor

The Power of Life Coaching: Achieving Success through the Quest for Purpose Framework Dr. Ken Keis (Canada) What if you could unlock the full potential of your life—achieving not just success, but also fulfilment and meaning—by integrating life coaching with a clear framework for discovering your purpose? This isn’t just a hypothetical; it’s entirely possible … Read more

Using Tools to Empower Your Team

Kashbox Coach Note: Leadership Coaching Leadership in the digital age demands more than just managing people and projects—it requires an understanding of how technology can enhance productivity, communication, and innovation. Leaders who embrace emerging tools and technologies have the opportunity to empower their teams in new and dynamic ways, fostering collaboration, efficiency, and creativity. But being … Read more

Transform Your Life. Embrace Coaching as a Career, Part 3

Transform Your Life. Embrace Coaching as a Career Navigating Challenges as a Coach As a coach, it’s essential to anticipate and navigate the challenges that may arise in your coaching career. While coaching can be incredibly rewarding, it’s smart to anticipate and prepare for challenges. In this section, we will explore some common challenges that … Read more

Coach FEATURE: Venecia Chavez | The Launchpad

We continue to meet our fellow coaches, get inspired and build coach community with our “Meet the Coach” features! This month we meet Venecia Chavez, a Life Coach from the USA. Interview with Venecia: About Venecia Lives In: USA Company: Butterfly Bliss Coaching Type of Coach: Life Coach Describe your coaching business in one sentence: … Read more

The Role of Reflection in Coaching, Human Development, and Experience Design | By Jennifer Britton | The Launchpad

“We do not learn from experience… we learn from reflecting on experience.”—John Dewey In today’s accelerated world of hybrid work, ongoing change, and constant pressure to perform, reflection may seem like a luxury. In fact, reflection is the very tool that turns action into insight—and insight into growth. Reflection is how we build capacity, connection, … Read more

What Is The Future Of The Coaching Industry?

The Coaching Industry It is indeed an exciting time to be a coach! According to the US Bureau of Labour Statistics, the area of consultancy and human development, of which coaching is a part, is expected to grow heavily through 2016. At the same time, professional governing bodies, like the International Coach Federation (ICF) (www.coachfederation.org), are … Read more