From the category archives:

Coach Training

How much practice to become a masterful coach?

March 11, 2009

A member wrote this on the BACC forum today:
My goal this month is to find 5 ‘clients’ or classmates, to do more audio recordings. I’m offering free 30 minute coaching sessions in exchange for permission to record the session. My goal is to have 100 audio recordings to learn from.
I applaud her dedication and [...]

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Beginner’s Guide to Become a Life Coach

February 1, 2009

Are you interested in becoming a life coach? If so, this article is for you. I’ll be sharing what I tell people when they ask  “how do I become a life coach?”
Keep in mind that this is not a comprehensive guide to becoming a life coach. Rather, it’s practical advice based on my experience over [...]

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CCEC Coaching Model

January 14, 2009

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And click here to get the CCEC chart that shows how the four CCEC components relate to the IAC Coaching Masteries™.
I’ve developed a coaching model that is simple, easy to remember, and powerful. It has just four things to remember: Connect, Clarify, Expand and Create (CCEC). If you can remember to do [...]

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BACC Coach Certification Program

January 3, 2009

Note: the BACC program is now closed. We recommend the Coaching By Example CD series as it covers all the material previously offered in the BACC program.
We had a lively and informative Open House call yesterday. Here’s the recording, and the summary notes below.
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Q: Will I be certified [...]

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Feedback Template for Coaching Triads

December 29, 2008

This feedback template may be used as a guide for the Observer in a coaching triad to structure constructive feedback.
If time is limited ask Coach which of the three areas (skills, presence or expertise) they would most like feedback on.
Feedback Template
The Coach asked for specific feedback on ______________ and ____________.
1) COACHING SKILLS

The strongest [...]

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Practice Triads for Coaches

December 23, 2008

The purpose of this article is to give you some hints on how to set up coaching practice triads that are effective, supportive and meet the needs of all participants. The Observer may also want to use the feedback template when giving feedback to the Coach.
When You’re The Client

Pick a real issue … something that [...]

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