While every coach has their own style, ICF certified executive coaches bring their rigorous training and experience to each coaching engagement, incorporating distinct roles and functions into their practice. Here are a few of the essential ones.

  1. They listen thoughtfully and carefully to fully understand the individual’s or team’s situation, and they ask deep questions that generate new insights. 

Executive coaches provide a confidential and supportive sounding board for their clients. They ask probing questions, challenge assumptions, help the client achieve clarity, provide...