Most people think of coaching as a skill or as a profession. It is actually many things. Let’s explore some of them.
Why is this Important?
We need to understand the different facets of coaching in order to explore its full potential. Each element brings something unique to the table and can have its own impact on society. For example, you can see how I apply this concept to coaching for social change by clicking here.
The Facets of Coaching
50 years ago, coaching was something done on the sidelines in sports. Today, it has many applications. Woven together, these facets create a rich web of opportunities for transformation.
Coaching is a set of skills or competencies that, together, create a transformational process. The International Coaching Federation’s 8 core competencies include: Demonstrates Ethical Practice. Embodies a Coaching Mindset. Establishes and Maintains Agreements. Cultivates Trust and Safety. Maintains Presence. Listens Actively. Evokes Awareness. Facilitates Client Growth. 
Coaching is an action, having a listening conversation focused on possibilities. 
Coaching is a mindset, marked by empathy, curiosity and openness. 
Coaching is an approach to leadership and life. The coaching approach is non-directive, rooted in a belief in other people’s abilities. 
Coaching is a profession, practiced by hundreds of thousands around the world. The best-known coaching professional associations include the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the EMCC, and the Association for Coaching.
Which of These Do You Practice Most?
Coaching works as a process or set of skills
Coaching as an action
Coaching as a mindset
Coaching can be an approach to leadership and life
Coaching as a profession
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