Category: Resources
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Coaching Through Hurt
Coaching people who are hurt is tricky. When someone opens up about their pain, our instinct is often to share something from our own lives. “I’ve been there too,” we say. We try to connect through our wounds. But as well-meaning as this might be, it’s not always the most helpful thing. In fact, if…
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How I Passed My ICF ACC Exam: Lessons in Ethics, Presence, and the Power of True Coaching
After months of preparation, reflection, and practice, I finally passed my ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) exam. And while the sense of accomplishment is real, what stood out most was how much this process deepened my understanding of what it truly means to coach. This wasn’t just about passing an exam—it was about becoming the…
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Preparing for the ICF ACC Exam: A Guide with Sample Tests
Becoming an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Associate Certified Coach (ACC) is a significant milestone in a coach’s journey. With the introduction of the new ICF ACC exam format, candidates need to be well-versed in the ICF Core Competencies, Code of Ethics, and ethical considerations to pass the credentialing process successfully. In this blog post, we’ll…
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What Is a Coaching Topic?
Imagine sitting across from a coach for the first time. They ask you a simple question: “What would you like to focus on today?” Your mind races. You might feel like you should have a perfectly polished answer, but instead, you find yourself wondering: What exactly is a coaching topic? And how do I even…
Sim Chen Xing 