COACHES CORNER

“When asked to indicate the most critical considerations for coach selection, respondents cited previous coaching experience and credentials and certifications as the most important qualifications for external coach practitioners (Figure 7).”

When choosing a coach,...

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Core Competencies outline skills and approaches used by professional coaches. These principles are explicitly stated in the context of coaching and fundamentally about the application of positive leadership characteristics in the hospital and beyond. In...

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Core Competencies outline skills and approaches used by professional coaches. These principles are explicitly stated in the context of coaching and fundamentally about the application of positive leadership characteristics in the hospital and beyond. In...

Physicians play the role of teacher in many ways during their daily routine, including with patients, staff, and trainees. While traditional teaching methods involve imparting knowledge directly, leveraging coaching skills offers two significant benefits that can profoundly enhance the...

Physician Coach Training focuses on learning the coaching mindset, an approach to working with others demonstrating commitment, and emphasizing connection. I didn’t fully embrace the coaching mindset until I attended coach training with a willingness to learn new things. That’s when I...

Physicians grapple with a distinct set of challenges caused by the intricacies of the healthcare system. These challenges have a direct impact on a physician’s well-being and performance, leading to serious concerns like burnout.

In response to my own burnout in 2013, I attended coach...

Physician coaching is a growing resource in healthcare used to support performance and wellness. In the past, coaching has been misapplied in healthcare and was often more closely aligned with a mentoring model. Instead of telling clients what to do, coaches facilitate critical thought,...

Are you a physician looking to foster personal growth, connect with peers, make a positive impact within your medical community, or strenghthen your soft skills? If so, Physician Coach Training might just be the transformative journey you've been seeking. Physician Coach Training is a...