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How do Executive Functions Relate to Child Development?

A key piece of information is that executive functions don’t develop at the same rate for every person Many years before I became a coach and trainer, I worked as a behavioral assistant for adults in residential facilities with severe developmental delays. Despite years of neglect and lack of support, I found that these adults…

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Coach Training Mentoring

4 Reasons to Work with a Mentor Coach

Guest Blogger, Jo Ann Skinner, PCC, JST Director of Mentoring & Assessment Mentor Coaching is focused on increasing the mentee’s proficiency in coaching while integrating the ICF Core Competencies.  The mentor coach advises and guides mentees to deepen their learning to become more effective in their role as a coach. So why should YOU hire…

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Diversity

Diversity, Culture, Inclusion and Belonging

I have served on the Board of the Association of Coach Training Organizations (ACTO) for the past two years and I am pleased to be starting my term as President this June. During this period of time, I have been exploring all aspects of the organization while soaking in the wisdom and energy of coach…

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ADHD Coach Training Coaching Tips

A New Tool for ADHD Coaches and their Clients

“Even the simplest tool can empower people to do great things.” – Biz Stone We are pleased to announce the development of a new tool for life coaches and ADHD coaches to gauge the benefits of coaching for college students.  Co-developed by Jodi Sleeper-Triplett, this tool is the ADHD Benefits of Coaching Scale for College…

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Coach Training Coaching Tips Life Coaching Skills

Coaching Cats

You may be wondering if this is the same as herding cats. Well it’s not! Cat coaching is a calm, mindful process, unlike herding, that leads to more satisfaction for the coach than the cat. Well, at least that’s what I think, but my cat might not agree. For those of you who are not…

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Coach Training Coaching Tips Life Coaching Skills Parents

Coaching is a Life Choice

Life is about making choices, seeing those choices through, and living through consequences. ~ Molly Bloom I love coaching – being coached as well as coaching others. Coaching allows me to gain new perspectives about my life, my work and about other human beings. Years ago, if anyone had suggested I find a coach, I…

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ADD ADHD Health and Wellness Parents

Coaching Can Help When Anger and Frustration Get in the Way

For many months, I have watched the news, read articles and looked at online posts about the alarming Migrant Separation Policy. I find it difficult to put my feelings to paper, as they are filled with anger at the current policies and with grief for the children and their parents. Having unexpectedly lost a child…

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Coach Training Coaching Info Coaching Tips

Coaching Santa Claus

I woke up this morning and for some reason, I began thinking about Santa Claus and all he has on his plate this month … aside from cookies!  Then I started to wonder if Santa Claus has a coach. You know, someone to cheer him on as the season of giving approaches? Santa needs motivation…

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ADD ADHD Coach Training ICF approved coach-specific training

Uncover the Process of ADHD Coaching

If it’s October, it must be ADHD Awareness Month!  Time to learn the truth about ADHD and dispel the myths that are holding back people of all ages from getting a proper diagnosis and treatment.  That is what this year’s theme, “Setting the Record Straight,” is all about.  Sharing facts and resources to support individuals…

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ADD ADHD Coaching Info Ethics

The Importance of Ethics in Coaching

Ethical behavior is paramount to good coaching, regardless of the type of coaching one chooses, and there are certainly many choices.  Student Coaching, ADHD Coaching, Life Coaching, Business Coaching, Leadership Coaching, Career Coaching, Wellness Coaching, Spiritual Coaching, Recovery Coaching and many more.  All are valuable when provided by a well-trained coach who follows a clear…

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