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PROFESSIONAL COACHING: THE EVOLUTION FROM “WHY” TO “WHY NOT” TO “MUST HAVE”

- Magdalena Nowicka Mook, CEO, International Coaching Federation

- David Blake, CEO and Co-Founder,

- John Woods, Ph.D., Provost and Chief Academic Officer, University of Phoenix

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Top 7 tips for effective learning when your workforce is remote or distributed.

- Lilian Chen, Co-Founder and COO, Bar None Games

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The Dire Need For Accountability In Employee Coaching

The shared responsibility of coaches and organizations and identifying impactful coaching programs with clear ROI

- Jim Frawley, CEO and founder, Bellwether

The Broken State Of Coaching And Mentoring: Talent Retention Hinges On Rebuilding

Here’s the solution to the declining coaching culture

- Stephanie Neal, Director, Center for Analytics and Behavioral Research, DDI

Hiring A Career Coach? 10

Misconceptions To Be Aware Of Understanding the true value of a coach

- Brett Farmiloe, Founder and CEO, Terkel.io

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Navigating The Changing State Of Coaching And Mentoring In Organizations

Personalization, diversity, and well-being; the future of coaching and mentoring

- Judith Germain, Leadership Consultant/Speaker/Trainer/Mentor, The Maverick Paradox

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Potential: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Coaching and Mentoring in Organizations

Coachingand mentoring have long been established as powerful tools for personal and professional development, helping individuals and teams unlock their full potential and achieve their goals.

In recent years, the demand for coaching and mentoring has only increased as organizations recognize the vital role these practices play in building high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and driving business growth.

As we navigate the ever-changing landscape of work and leadership, coaching and mentoring continue to adapt and evolve, bringing new challenges and opportunities for those in the field.

In this edition, we bring you insightful conversations, practical tips, and inspiring stories from experts and practitioners in the field, offering a window into the latest developments and trends shaping the future of coaching and mentoring.

Featured on the cover is Magdalena Nowicka Mook's, from the International Coaching Federation, Professional Coaching: The Evolution From “Why” To “Why Not” To “Must Have”, where the shares the highlights from a recent study tracing the the growth and changes in the coaching industry.

The coaching industry has often been criticized or speculated to be lawless, uncharted territory. There are very few rules and measures of accountability for both the coaches and those receiving the coaching. Still – when qualified people implement the right method, coaching can be an invaluable tool.

In The Dire Need For Accountability In Employee Coaching, Jim Frawley, from Bellwether, highlights that the coaching industry has a long way to go in terms of growth and evolution. Organizations must be careful when making investments in learning and development.

Alse, read Hiring A Career Coach? 10 Misconceptions To Be Aware Of by Brett Farmiloe, from Terkel.io, and Navigating The Changing State Of Coaching And Mentoring In Organizations by Judith Germain, from The Maverick Paradox.

Also, featured in this edition is an exclusive study by the HR Research Institute, The State of Coaching and Mentoring 2023 This report takes a deeper look at the factors and practices that fuel or hinder effective coaching.

In all, this issue delves into the latest trends, best practices, and thought-provoking insights within the coaching and mentoring landscape, exploring how these practices continue to evolve and shape organizations worldwide.

We hope that these articles provide answers to your questions about employee learning and development, and assist you in achieving excellence in your L&D initiatives.

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