February 5-11, 2012 is International Coaching Week

What is coaching?
The International Coach Federation defines coaching as “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.”

Check out the following resources from the Denver Coach Federation, DCF members and coaching organizations in recognition of International Coaching Week:

Denver Coach Federation
Press Release

Denver Coach Federation - Members
Ann Strong, founder of Thriving Coaches, www.annstrong.com, DCF member since 1997, SIG facilitator for 4 years
Ann shares this recording from her Thriving Coaches Roundtable:

Why Do Clients Really Sign Up for Coaching? (41-minute recording)
For a potential client to sign up and become a paying client,
three key ingredients must line up for them.
If even one of them is missing, they will not hire you.


Kim Clausen, DCF Past President and Levya Braman, DCF Communications Director
Kim and Levya discuss Exploring Coaching as a Profession
Click here to listen to the recording (19-minute recording)


Newfield Network
There are a variety of programs which teach and certify coaches.
The video link you are about to watch is from the Newfield Network.
They offer a unique approach to coaching and leadership.
www.newfieldnetwork.com/coachmedia