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Written by Diane Brennan

Books That Are Worth Reading

Here are a few books that I have in my library that I thought I’d share. I’ve made a few notes to give some insight into the value. You’ll find a longer list on my website. Please let me know what other books you think important to add. The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz ... Read More

Professional Liability Insurance – Do Coaches Need It?

I have carried professional liability insurance as a coach since 2002, a little over a year after I started my own business. I took the plunge into acquiring the professional liability insurance primarily because of my years of experience in healthcare where litigious activity is high. Shortly after initiating ... Read More

Coaching – A Possible Future?

A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking with a colleague and friend, Gerry Ryan, a Leadership Coach from Ireland. Gerry's leadership in the Irish Coaching Community over the past several years helped bring various coaching bodies together to define common purpose and further develop the awareness ... Read More

The Future of Coaching: Where Are We Going?

The past few years I have been intensely involved with the International Coach Federation (ICF) serving on the board since 2004, as President-Elect (2007) and President (2008). I have had the privilege of talking with or visiting with thousands of coaches in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and ... Read More