Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are crucial concepts in today’s workplace. As a leader, it’s essential to understand and apply leadership coaching to DEI, as it can help create a more inclusive and equitable workplace. DEI refers to the practice of creating an environment where all individuals, regardless of their background, feel welcomed and valued. This includes individuals from diverse backgrounds in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, and more. An inclusive workplace encourages diversity and promotes equity in opportunities and treatment. By creating an inclusive workplace, organizations can increase employee engagement, reduce turnover, and drive business results.

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Coach's Corner! In this episode, Coach Terry is joined by Sarah Fraser, MCC and owner of Happiness Express Coaching. Sarah is an accomplished leadership coach, ICF mentor, and workshop facilitator with many years of coaching experience. As a Master Certified Coach, Sarah has spent over 2500 hours coaching individuals to help them achieve their goals and has mentored many coaches in gaining their ICF credentials.

Coaching is a powerful tool that has the ability to transform individuals' lives in a multitude of ways. By working with a coach, people can gain clarity about their goals, identify limiting beliefs and behaviours, and develop strategies to achieve their desired outcomes. Through my work as a coach, I have had the privilege of helping many clients achieve their goals and make meaningful changes in their lives. In this article, I will share the stories of three clients whose lives were transformed through coaching.

As we grow and evolve in our personal and professional lives, it's crucial to continue learning and developing ourselves. This is especially true for those in the coaching industry, where keeping up with the latest techniques and trends can make all the difference in providing effective support to clients. Yesterday, I had the privilege of completing a 6-month, 125 Hours ACSTH coaching training program, a significant milestone in my coaching journey. I trained with the wonderful Luba Diasamidze with Istok Coaching

Cross-cultural communication can be a tricky task, particularly when dealing with low-context and high-context cultures. Low-context cultures, such as the UK, rely on explicit communication, while high-context cultures, such as China, rely more on implicit communication and non-verbal cues. These differences in communication styles can often lead to misunderstandings and confusion, as seen in the examples provided.

Soft skills refer to the people-oriented skills, such as communication, problem solving skills, important thinking and time management etc. It is not something that can be taught in academic settings. However, with few efforts, we can gain them through life experiences. Coaching, soft skills, and life skills are all critical components of personal and professional development for students and those ready to graduate. These skills not only help individuals succeed in their academic and professional careers, but they also play a vital role in their personal lives.