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LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 7, 2010 — Discover how professional coaching can enhance the quality of life for you or someone you know.

As January is International Quality of Life Month it is the perfect opportunity to start now! International Quality of Life Month is a global recognition of the importance…

The International Coach Federation celebrates successful coaching initiatives

LEXINGTON, Ky., Dec. 17, 2009 — Solaglas Windowcare of the United Kingdom and ibm.com of North America were honored, December 4, with the International Coach Federation’s International Prism Award at the…

Study reveals top motivations for seeking coaching

LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 1, 2009 — What are the top reasons people seek professional coaching services? According to a recent global study of coaching clients commissioned by the International Coach Federation (ICF), the top two motivations are s…

ICF Ethics and Core Competencies set ICF-Approved Programs apart

LEXINGTON, Ky., Aug. 27, 2009 — When people choose to make a career of coaching, or add coaching skills to their profession, they can be overwhelmed by the task of finding coach training. The International Coach Federation (ICF) he…

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 29, 2009 — Would you go to an accountant who wasn’t certified? Or to a doctor who didn’t pledge to uphold the Hippocratic oath? Why would you partner with a life or business coach who hasn’t been trained in the coaching process or doesn’t abide by a code…

LEXINGTON, Ky., May 6, 2009 — A handshake deal or verbal agreement may work between neighbors, but when it comes to a business relationship, such as a coaching arrangement, the International Coach Federation (ICF) recommends coaching clients and their coach have a written agreement.

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International Coach Federation welcomes Karen Tweedie, PCC, of Australia to the role

LEXINGTON, Ky., Dec. 16, 2008 — On January 1, Karen Tweedie, PCC(1), will make history as she assumes the role as the International Coach Federation’s first non-North American president. The Australia…

Foundation focuses on education, research and charitable purposes in coaching

LEXINGTON, Ky., Dec. 11, 2008 — The members of the 2009 Board of Trustees for the ICF Foundation have been approved by the ICF global Board of Directors. The Foundation exists as a separate nonprofit entity from the Int…

The International Coach Federation awards two entities for their work with coaching

LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov. 26, 2008 — The BBC and SYSCO Food Services of Canada were recognized earlier this month in Montreal, Quebec, Canada at the ICF Annual International Conference for their commitment to coachi…

People turn to ICF’s online search service to find qualified coaches

LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov. 26, 2008 — Are you looking to manage your time more effectively, set and achieve goals, foster healthy relationships, or achieve a work-life balance? Each year, thousands of people turn to the Intern…

LEXINGTON, Ky., Sept. 29, 2008 — People from all backgrounds and professions become coaches. But where do they begin? If you have decided on coaching as your new career, but don’t know where to start, the ICF recommends three important steps to guide you.

First, get trained in coaching skill…

Clients can customize search through ICF’s online directory of credentialed coaches

LEXINGTON, Ky., Aug. 26, 2008 — Prospective coaching clients continue to utilize the International Coach Federation’s complimentary Coach Referral Service (CRS) when searching for a qualifi…

Credential holders on the rise as clients expect more from their coach

LEXINGTON, Ky., July 24, 2008 — More than 4,000 professional coaches now hold a credential from the International Coach Federation (ICF). These ICF Credentialed coaches are from all over the world, a total of 4,029 representi…

LEXINGTON, Ky., July 9, 2008 — You want to hire a coach. You have narrowed your initial list down to three potential coaches. But how do you determine which is right for you? Let the ICF help by giving you the top questions to ask each-through the five C’s of hiring a coach: code of ethics, coach-s…

Extend the benefits of your rebate payment beyond initial spending

LEXINGTON, Ky., May 15, 2008 — Wondering how to maximize the benefit of your tax rebate check? The International Coach Federation (ICF) recommends that individuals seriously consider an investment that will energize a career o…

LEXINGTON, Ky., May 5, 2008 — If you have seen professional coaches portrayed on TV or spotlighted in magazines, you may not always come away with an accurate perception of coaching. Like with any young profession that has experienced rapid growth, misconceptions have surfaced about the nature a…