Issue 1 2021

Acquisition International - Issue 1 2021 75 “It is not enough to know how to coach,” statesHolly. “Regardless of whether you plan to become a standalone professional coach or want to integrate coaching into your current role, we help students think through how they will introduce coaching to others, attract clients and grow their practice.” Coach Training Alliance’s ideal clients are those who have an interest in coaching but have never been formally trained. Many may have had limited experience and are curious to learn more and further develop their skills. All potential clients are invited to witness a live coaching session and participate, which gives them an opportunity to see what it is like to work with Holly and the dedicated team. “A key element of coaching is establishing trust and intimacy with a client – this is critical to our environment,” she says. “Without this, people are unable to safely explore possibilities and grow. This is also true for our students. The faculty plays a critical role establishing trust and intimacy so that our students feel safe to step outside their comfort zone and to be open to new opportunities.” As Coach Training Alliance’s coaching programs have always been distance-delivered and aligned with the International Coach Federation (ICF) Core Competencies, the Covid-19 pandemic did not pose as much of a problem as it did for competitors, many of which only offer on-site training and were forced to pivot and re-design their strategy for the short-term. However, Holly believes that the future is bright as the programs she and her team offer have been specifically designed to be taught remotely. The company also has plans for growth and will be launching a suite of programs geared exclusively for executive coaches which will include a workshop to introduce existing coaches to this new world. “Our mission is to continue to share the gift of coaching broadly with others and to equip individuals to competently and confidently guide that process.” Contact: Holly Hutchinson Osborn Email: info@coachtrainingalliance.com Web Address: www.coachtrainingalliance.com Aug20475 oach Training Alliance trains and certifies individuals in the art and science of coaching, helping those new to coaching to become confident and competent. The coaching programs offered address both the skills required to coach, as well as the structure to launch a coaching practice. The firm also provides training to companies to equip their leaders with coaching skills in efforts to better develop talent, respond to change and create new opportunities. Its unique training has been distance delivered for more than 12 years now and has a 100% success rate with more than 10,000 students becoming professional practicing coaches. “Coaching is a partnership where client and coach engage in a thought provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential,” explains Program Development Director, Holly Hutchinson Osborn. “The power of coaching impacts not just the client, but the coach and all extended touchpoints as well.” The Certified Coach Program uses live hands-on coaching to build collegial relationships with other classmates and a facilitator. Students receive immediate feedback on their progress and begin to build a coaching community that is supportive and fun. Throughout the course, students will have the same instructor and attend class with the same cohort of students to foster community, build trust and develop relationships in a consistent supportive environment. Holly touches on how the ‘just in time’ learning system allows students to experience the power of coaching first-hand while simultaneously developing their ability as a coach. Each week, live coaching sessions are conducted under the supportive guidance of a mentor coach. Students practice new skills and concepts in a safe environment before moving on to more complex and dynamic concepts. As well as this unique approach, what also distinguishes Coach Training Alliance from competitors is that throughout the program, students also work on their business plan for how they will launch their own coaching practice. C Revolutionizing the professional coaching industry is Coach Training Alliance - a leading, global coach training organization. We speak to Holly Hutchinson Osborn about the company and its prerogative to help maximize client’s potential through the medium of coaching. Exploring Possibilities And Growth