ICF -Vancouver Coach Federation

Did you know that the ICF hosts free learning opportunities for ICF members every month on a wide range of topics?

Here are just a few:

Using Positive Psychology in Coaching September 20th at 7 am Pacific

Understanding the ICF Core Competency of Powerful Questioning Sept 16th 6 am Pacific

From Brand to Benchmark to Breakthrough: 7 Figure Sales Conversations  Tuesday, Sept 28th 9 am Pacific

The Application of Constellations in Coaching Thursday, Sept 30th 9 am Pacific

For more call-in details and more information about the programs log onto the ICF website and click on the Conferences and Event ..

Are you a student in an ICF recognized coach training program? Did you know you are eligible to attend a monthly chapter meeting for the reduced rate of $10? RSVP for the meeting you want to attend and note that you are a student to receive your discounted rate at the door.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010 Chapter Meeting - Join us for a presentation on Core Alignment by Lori-Anne Demers!  Sign up now ... don't miss this great opportunity!

2010-2011 Vision for Programs

The appearance of fall offers up a feeling of back-to-school energy along with the crisp night air and the return of our monthly Chapter meetings.

I spent some time this summer thinking about the Programs Committee, and what I could bring to the table as Chair. The thing that inspired me most was reviewing the survey many of you responded to last year. What quickly became clear were two ..

Hi coaches

Do you have a book or article you have been meaning to read, or would like to hear others' opinions on it?

I am scheduling a book club series oriented towards organisational/leadership topics and I was wondering if you wanted to lead a discussion about it.  No ICF membership needed. Pick date/ time (e.g. early, mid or late day) and location of your choice, typically a restaurant with a back room or a quiet table that seats up to 9-ish max but it can be a home, library, etc. 

The first book is TALENT IS OVER-RATED.  A breakfast ..

Attention coaches!

We have some exciting news to share with you! Noomii's primary mission is to help match prospective clients with the best possible coach for their specific goals.

In order to achieve this goal, Noomii has partnered with the University of Victoria to conduct innovative research to better understand the psychological factors that lead to the optimal "fit" between a coach and a client.

From this research, we will develop a customized matching questionnaire for our website which will match clients and coaches with each other based on the best psychological fit. Think of it like "E-Harmony" for coaches and ..

ICF Chapter,

As the CTI Ambassador, I have access to $200 discounts off of CTI fundamentals.

Why am I telling you this? It is a great way to

a) further deepen the relationship you have with existing clients

b) expand your potential client base by exposing your contacts to a fun weekend with CTI to learn the basics of coaching

c) a good reason to contact your base and offer them something that has a lot of value.

If you would like to get access to offering up this discount, please let me know and I will share more ..

I wanted to welcome all the new members!  Hope we have a chance to connect directly soon.  

As I am unable to make the 'branding' workshop, I wanted to know if it was available online?  I emailed the speaker but have not heard back. Thank-you. 

Hello All!

It is with great pleasure that we are announcing an exciting training event right here in Vancouver, BC.  Sylvia Kurpanek, an international coach and trainer will be coming to Vancouver in September 2010 to offer her exclusive 4 day wingwave® certification.  This is the first of its kind in Canada and seats are limited to 15 students.

What is wingwave® Coaching?:  wingwave® coaching is a highly effective short-term coaching method that helps you:

• mentally prepare for peak performance
• activate personal resources whenever you need them
• implement changes
• enhance your ..

Are you a career coach in the Coquitlam area?  I've been asked to put a request out to our community to find a career coach for a 25 yr old young man.

Interested and qualified?  Please send me a note and I'll connect you.