The New ICF Code of Ethics: What Coaches Need to Know

The ICF Code of Ethics just got updated, and every coach needs to know what's changed.

Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux sits down with beloved Lumia instructor and former CIA executive Bonnie Stith to break down the new ICF Code of Ethics updates that every practicing and aspiring coach should understand.

(Spoiler alert: The changes are mostly reorganizational, but they're important for understanding coaching's evolution as a mature profession.)

We dive deep into what these updates really mean... from the new section headings that make ethics more accessible, to how technology and AI are changing our responsibilities around client confidentiality.

Bonnie shares her wisdom on the "mortal sins" of coaching... the ethical missteps that coaches must avoid, like setting the client's agenda, giving advice, or making the session about the coach's wisdom instead of the client's.

Whether you're preparing for your ICF credential exam or simply want to understand how to practice coaching with the highest ethical standards, this episode provides the clarity and confidence you need.

Ethics is about bumpers on the bowling lanes that help you coach with confidence and protect both you and your clients.

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Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.