TCC Programs
Real Coaching Real Business
Most coaches know what they should be doing to grow their practice—but don't always do it consistently. In this practical and reflective webinar, leadership strategist and certified coach Jaime Mann explores the self-leadership challenges that often stand between coaches and business growth. Participants will identify patterns such as avoidance, imposter feelings, emotional reasoning, and unclear business identity, and leave with a simple Business Identity Reset Ritual to support greater visibility, confidence, and consistency.
Ethics in Coaching: An Interactive Ethics Workshop
Join Triad Coaching Connection for an engaging and practical workshop on ethics in coaching with Steve Buisson, Founder & CEO of Executive Balance. Through real-world case studies and guided discussion, participants will explore how to navigate ethical ambiguity, protect client welfare, manage sponsor-client tensions, and apply the ICF Code of Ethics as a practical decision-making framework for modern coaching practice.
Existential Wellness Coaching
Most coaching focuses on goals. Most therapy focuses on symptoms. But many clients struggle in a different space altogether—the search for meaning, purpose, and authentic living.
In this May program, Eric Maisel introduces Existential Wellness Coaching, a model designed to help coaches work with clients at that deeper level. Grounded in existential philosophy and practical application, this approach offers a way to support those experiencing what Maisel calls existential distress—the unease that arises not from pathology, but from a lack of meaning.
Get Clear: Your Brand Story. The Right Clients.
Most coaching focuses on goals. Most therapy focuses on symptoms. But many clients struggle in a different space altogether—the search for meaning, purpose, and authentic living.
In this May program, Eric Maisel introduces Existential Wellness Coaching, a model designed to help coaches work with clients at that deeper level. Grounded in existential philosophy and practical application, this approach offers a way to support those experiencing what Maisel calls existential distress—the unease that arises not from pathology, but from a lack of meaning.
Annual Membership Meeting
Join us for Triad Coaching Connection’s Annual Membership Meeting—an important opportunity to pause, connect, and look ahead together.
We’ll share a clear update on the state of the organization, including progress toward our annual goals, organizational health, and priorities for the year ahead. Members will also be introduced to the new slate of Board candidates and invited to participate in the formal vote—an essential part of TCC’s governance and leadership continuity.
Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch That Grows Your Business
Many coaches rely on credentials to explain what they do—yet clients are listening for something else. This workshop explores how problem-first messaging helps potential clients recognize themselves in your work and understand the value you offer.
Presence-Based Coaching -- How to Include and Integrate the Body into Coaching (even virtually!)
Discover practical ways to bring the body into coaching in this interactive session with Bebe Hansen, MSSW, PCC. Explore how somatics and embodiment deepen client insight, why a coach’s own presence matters, and how working in the present moment supports real, sustainable change. The session includes a live coaching demonstration.
The Gift of Growth: The Journey Toward Coaching Credentials
Earning a coaching credential is more than checking a box—it’s an act of growth, learning, and professional integrity. In The Gift of Growth, a panel of credentialed coaches—from BCC to MCC—share their candid experiences with the credentialing process. They’ll discuss what motivated them, the challenges they faced, and the meaningful impact credentialing has had on their careers. Join us for an engaging and honest conversation that unwraps the true gift of professional development and helps you see your own credentialing path with new clarity and inspiration.
Transitioning with Purpose: Coaching Veterans Through the Toughest Mission Yet
Leaving the military is far more than a career change—it’s one of the most challenging and misunderstood transitions a person can face. In this engaging session, Emily King Grandinetta, MCC, a nationally recognized expert and bestselling author on veteran transition, reveals the unseen hurdles service members encounter as they reenter civilian life. Through compelling stories and practical coaching tools, she shows how to bridge the gap between military purpose and civilian success, helping veterans transform uncertainty into clarity and their commitment to service into meaningful new careers.
Belonging
Belonging is more than a concept—it’s the foundation of well-being and authentic connection. This October, Triad Coaching Connection members Val Boston, Joyce Richman, Harrell Roberts, and Jane Walter will lead an engaging program on the power of belonging and its role in strengthening Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Join us to gain fresh insights, share perspectives, and leave with practical ways to foster communities where everyone feels seen and valued.
Coaching ‘Real Play’
Join us in August for Coaching ‘Real Play’, where practice takes center stage! This innovative program is specifically designed to enhance the skills and capabilities of coaches of all skill levels. Through several rounds of coaching breakouts, you will have ample opportunities to apply your skills and adapt to different coaching styles, trying on new ways to effectively handle challenging coaching situations.
Coaching in the Context of Neurodivergence
In 90 minutes, neuroinclusion coach and consultant, Hayley Brackley will help you shed assumptions and build truly inclusive coaching spaces. You’ll learn a simple framework for mapping your client’s strengths and struggles, plus a two-part model for both affirming who they are and adapting your approach. Leave with ready-to-use questions and tools that make every session more neuroinclusive.
The Business of Coaching - Fusing Purpose and Profit
Join us for an interactive session with Chris Chaia, ACC. It will focus on the key findings from the recently released groundbreaking study, The Business of Coaching—a global study focused on the entrepreneurial behaviors and business development practices of coaches worldwide.
Navigating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Today’s Environment
The program will invite participant conversation about challenges and strategies in today's workplace environment as it relates to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
TCC‘s Annual Member Business Meeting
Join us for a meaningful and energizing gathering as we reflect on the past year and look ahead to what’s possible for our coaching community.
The Marriage of Form and Substance: Essentialism in Coaching
What are the forms of coaching and how do they help us launch into connection with our clients? What is the substance of professional coaching?
Cultural Sensitivity & Competence in Coaching Practice
Join us for an engaging and insightful discussion led by industry experts, where you'll gain valuable tools and perspectives to enhance your coaching practice.
Navigating the Future: Strategic Planning for Your Coaching Practice
Sarah Arnett will demystify strategy by defining it and distinguishing it from planning and visioning.
The Gifts of Coaching: A Reflective Journey into Purpose & Fulfillment
Celebrate the essence of coaching as a gift in this interactive and reflective program designed to deepen your connection to the coaching craft and community.
Unlocking the Mystery: Exploring Beyond Current Thinking
Delve into advanced coaching competencies, including often-overlooked ICF PCC markers.
Coaching ‘Real Play’
Elevate your skills, expand your network, and gain valuable insights from your peers!
Grow Your Coaching Business
Struggling to find clients for your coaching practice? Ready to take your coaching practice to the next level? We've got you covered!
Essentialism in Coaching: The Marriage of Form and Substance
How do we intentionally grow and develop our 'essence?' Participants will explore and share the marriage of form and substance in their own practice, and score themselves on a simple balance tool.
Coaching to Navigate & Overcome Toxic Work Environments
Delve into the complexities of toxic work environments and learn strategies to help clients navigate effectively in toxic workplaces.
TCC’s Annual Member Business Meeting
Annual member meeting in which we provide Board updates to the members and elect board members for 2024.
Psychometrics in Coaching: Now and In the Future
Do coaches need psychometrics and, if so, how do they go about choosing the right assessments for their clients and their brand? I’ll map how psychometrics developed, why coaching and psychometrics have always treated each other with suspicion and how that’s changing. I’ll suggest questions practical ways of sorting snake oil from true science in the testing area. I’ll also suggest what your assessment ‘tool kit’ should look like.
After a breakout, the second half will look at the future of testing, how a number of influences - digital tech and AI in particular – are already transforming the area and whether this will benefit you and their clients.
Session goals
Evolution of psychometric instruments
Understanding when, if and which, psychometric instrument to use
Additional resource
Ian has kindly provided us with a published article about the rigor that substantiates the science behind psychometric instruments. Read the article in full.
Ian Florance
Ian Florance studied at Leeds and Reading Universities in the UK. After a time in general publishing he spent two decades at NFER-NELSON, the leading UK supplier of psychometric tests as well as training and consultancy in the clinical, educational, and business markets. Ian was publishing, international and business director for the company. He established his own business, Only Connect, in 2002. This provides marketing, consultancy, coaching and product development services to test developers and publishers. He has written interviews with psychologists for over 20 years: they appear in The Psychologist, the British Psychological Society (BPS) journal. Ian qualified as a business coach with Meyler Campbell. He is an observer on the Board of Assessment of the European Federation of Psychological Associations (EFPA) and is involved in revising its framework for test reviews. Ian joint-founded the European Test Publishers Group in1991. He is Executive Director of the group and is presently planning their 2024 conference in Bordeaux, France.
He co-edited with Professor Mary Watts two books on coaching for Taylor and Francis and Sage and has published a book on assessment in coaching for McGraw-Hill’s Coaching in Practice series. Outside this work, Ian is a poet, novelist and writes words for choral music.
Coaching Leaders in the Nonprofit Sector
Coaching nonprofit leaders, including educators, can be quite a rewarding experience. However, the coaching experience is more than just “giving back” and walking away “feeling good” about having worked with this particular audience. There are key differences between nonprofit and for-profit leaders as well as additional DEI considerations among members of the sector. Two leaders who have had extensive experience coaching nonprofit leaders will present lessons learned. Using various case studies, participants will be exposed to questions/prompts and considerations that can be applied when coaching members of this sector.
Session goals
Explore key differences that often emerge when coaching nonprofit versus for profit leaders
Be exposed to questions/prompts that can be applied when coaching nonprofit leaders
Examine the importance of knowledge about and having sensitivity to DEI (including race, culture, gender, socio-economic status, age, ability, etc.) when coaching nonprofit leaders.
Mona Edwards
Mona G. Edwards is the founder and owner of LIFT Coaching and Consulting where she coaches executives and leaders to improve performance, achieve career goals, enhance working relationships, make behavioral changes while also connecting to their identity and context. She also provides planning and facilitation services, and consultation on organizational human resources needs. Mona serves as an Adjunct Feedback and Executive Coach for the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) and has experience with several assessment instruments.
Mona holds a J.D. degree from Washington and Lee University School of Law and a B.A. degree from the University of Virginia.
Karen Dyer
Karen M. Dyer, a Partner in On Point Leadership, was formerly the Director of the Education and Nonprofit Sector for the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL), responsible for leading the work that insured CCL’s portfolio of programs, products, and resources were made available to social sector executives and senior leaders - enterprise wide. In addition, Karen was a facilitator for the African American Leadership Program, Women’s Leadership Program, and recently named Honorary Senior Fellow – one of CCL’s highest honors.
Karen holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley, a Masters of Education degree from Holy Names University in Oakland, California, and a Doctorate from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California.
A New Era of Personalized Coaching
The coaching world is abuzz with the potential of generative AI, but what is real and what is hype? In this presentation, we'll explore the current landscape and delve into how AI is already transforming coaching practices, from personalized goal setting to on-demand support.
We'll dive into what we’re learning from research exploring the boundaries and implications of human-AI collaboration in coaching. We'll examine open questions that challenge us to think beyond the hype, prompting critical conversations about ethics, bias, and the irreplaceable role of human connection in the coaching journey. You’ll explore your own perspective on the potential and pitfalls of a future where AI empowers coaches and clients to reach their full potential.
Session goals
To explore and identify the seven key behaviors we seek from our clients as we deliver value to them and their experience
Gain greater awareness of strengths and (current) limitations of AI
Surface and expand our implicit theories about the risks and potential of how AI could intersect with coaching
Understand key topics and new research insights related to the use of AI
Dr. Shonna Waters
Dr. Shonna Waters is an organizational psychologist and executive with over two decades of experience in human capital transformation. She is a prolific writer, having published peer-reviewed journal articles, handbook chapters,magazine articles and blogs. A recognized thought leader, she is a sought-after speaker and ICF certified coach. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and is the author of two award-winning books.
The Gifts of Coaching: Understanding the value we deliver to our Clients
As we embrace the season of giving and receiving, and reflect upon the year's end, our session in December focuses on the intrinsic value of coaching. "The Gifts of Coaching" is not just about tangible outcomes but also about understanding and appreciating our profound impact on our clients. This session is designed to align with the spirit of the season, emphasizing reflection, gratitude, and recognition of the value we deliver in our coaching roles.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
Overview of Customer Experience and Value: We will delve into the seven behaviors we seek from our clients and how we can foster an environment conducive to these behaviors. Understanding what clients value most can often be best discerned by continually co-creating that goal.
Panel Discussion: This panel includes clients themselves, offering a unique perspective into the client-coach dynamic.
Breakout Sessions: Participants will engage in smaller groups to discuss practical strategies and personal experiences in delivering value. These sessions aim to foster a deeper understanding of how we can gauge the impact and effectiveness of our coaching services.
This session is a reflection of our professional journey and a celebration of the value we have created throughout the year. As we step into the new year, let us carry these insights forward, continually striving to enhance the value we provide to our clients and the broader community.
Session goals
To explore and identify the seven key behaviors we seek from our clients as we deliver value to them and their experience
Recognition of us as a provider of diverse services and opportunities
Consideration for all relevant opportunities
Recommendations and referrals to expand our reach
Preference in selecting us for future opportunities
Utilization of our expertise as a resource for information
A gradual increase in investment, whether in terms of time, trust, or additional opportunity
Mutually beneficial fiscal relationship
Martha Kesler
Martha is an Executive Coach and Organization Development Practitioner who helps others identify possibility, align to their values and ignite the passion to propel forward. She co-chairs the TCC Programming Committee, and she is on the TCC Board.