Accountability: Why is it so hard?
August 15, 2025
11:30am - 1:00pm ET
CCEUs - CC .75 , RD.75
Do your clients struggle with accountability? Do you? Managers and leaders often do, including holding themselves accountable and holding others accountable as well.
When a culture of accountability at work is lacking:
In simpler terms, people don’t trust one another to do what’s expected of them. A lack of accountability can lead to a number of dysfunctions: micro-managing; broken promises; apathy; disengaged teams; and frustrated employees.
In this session we will explore some of the basic constituents of accountability, including making clear requests and agreements; effective communication; aligned collaboration; and clear consequences. Learning outcomes:
Participants outcomes Include:
Bio:
Mark Crouter, PCC, is a leadership and career coach. Mark provides leadership development and performance coaching to employees and teams in support of their professional and career development goals. He has developed and led training programs for emerging and experienced leaders and managers. He is certified in the Six Domains of Leadership Model and is a Gallup- certified Strengths Coach.
September 5, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm ET
CCEs - Core Competencies 0.0, Resource Development 1.5
Great connections start with a great introduction!
Join ICF Raleigh for a high-energy Referral-Ready Mixer where you’ll not only connect with fellow coaches but also walk away with a personalized referral message you can use to get better opportunities—faster.
Why join us? Expand your network in a room full of growth-minded coaches Learn how to follow up after networking without the awkward overthinking Use a free expert tool to create your custom Referral Intro paragraph Leave with a plug-and-play message that makes it easy for others to refer you
Led by former Disney storyteller, bestselling author, and brand strategist of 11+ years, Annie Franceschi, this interactive session is your chance to gain clarity in how others talk about what you do and confidently follow up fast—so more of the right opportunities come your way.
Come for the networking, leave referral-ready
RSVP now—space is limited!
Annie Franceschi is a former Disney storyteller-turned-branding strategist and host of the Establish Yourself® podcast. In 2013, she quit a dream job telling stories at The Walt Disney Studios to start her practice, Greatest Story Creative®. Since then, Annie has helped over 400 coaches clarify their brand message, package their offers, and grow their businesses with confidence. Along the way, she has advised hundreds, spoken for thousands, and been featured in Forbes. Annie's also the bestselling author of three books: The Service Business Roadmap, Establish Yourself, the guide to quitting your job to start a business, Permission to Try, and the children’s book, Small Biz for Kids.
Q3 Membership Meeting and Speaker Event:
September 15, 2025
11:00am - 1:00pm ET
CCEUs - CC 1.0, RD .5
The Confident Leader Workshop
The Confident Leader Workshop is the culmination of our extensive experience as executive coaches and leaders, designed specifically for coaching professionals. This program acknowledges a fundamental truth: while leadership challenges can vary widely, the need for tailored guidance and practical strategies is universal.
The Confident Leader Workshop equips you with the knowledge and tools to guide your clients effectively through the complexities of leadership. By blending universal leadership principles with actionable strategies, this program empowers you to deliver impactful, empathetic, and results-driven coaching.
By joining us, you’re not just refining your coaching expertise—you’re fostering a new generation of confident, capable leaders who can turn challenges into opportunities and achieve lasting success.
Key Outcomes
1. Tailored Coaching Strategies: Gain practical tools and techniques to address diverse leadership challenges with empathy and precision, empowering your clients to navigate complexity effectively.
2. Empowering Leadership Transformation: Learn how to foster confidence and capability in leaders, turn obstacles into opportunities, and drive sustained success for individuals and organizations.
3. Refining Coaching Expertise: Deepen your coaching skills by integrating universal leadership principles with actionable strategies. This will ensure that your coaching is impactful and results-driven.
Bios:
Divya Parekh, a Thinkers50 Top 50 Influential Executive Coach, and TEDx Speaker, empowers leaders to master metacognitive skills, integrate AI-driven strategies, and achieve transformational success. As a LinkedIn Top AI Voice, bestselling author, and global speaker, she blends neuro-leadership coaching and storytelling to inspire innovation and authenticity. Divya equips professionals to thrive in complexity while driving productivity, growth, and lasting impact.
Vahbiz Shroff, PhD, MCC Featured amongst the Top 20 coaches in North Carolina, Vahbiz is an internationally credentialed leadership coach, facilitator and career consultant for healthcare and STEM industries. Her coaching philosophy is fueled by a deep commitment to nurturing self-awareness, fostering a growth mindset and driving sustainable results for individuals and organizations.Vahbiz has served on the Board of Directors for the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Raleigh Area Chapter and contributes to the global ICF leadership community. She is also a coach trainer and an ICF mentor coach.
The Art of the Coaching Agreement: Building Trust with Grace, Respect, and Efficiency
September 26, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm ET
CCEs - Core Competencies 1.5, Resource Development 0.0
A well-crafted coaching agreement is the foundation of a successful coaching relationship, yet many coaches struggle to establish and maintain it with clarity and ease.
In this interactive 90-minute workshop, we’ll explore key ICF Core Competencies related to the coaching agreement and how to approach it with grace, respect, and efficiency. Through discussion, real-world scenarios, and practical exercises, participants will learn strategies for co-creating agreements that foster trust, set clear expectations, and create a framework for meaningful coaching engagements. Whether you’re a new coach refining your approach or an experienced coach looking to deepen your practice, this session will provide valuable insights to strengthen your ability to navigate agreements with confidence and professionalism.
By the end of this session, participants will:
1. Understand the essential role of the coaching agreement in fostering trust and effectiveness.
2. Learn strategies for establishing agreements with clarity, efficiency, and respect.
3. Gain tools for adjusting agreements flexibly while staying aligned with client needs.
Kathleen O'Grady MCC, CALC, founder of the Authentic Intelligence™ Framework and Coaching Model, has nearly 20 years of experience in coaching. She has guided top executives, nonprofit leaders, and entrepreneurs to embrace authentic leadership and express their distinctive strengths.
Known for her confident humility and tailored “tough love” approach, Kathleen helps individuals overcome personal and professional barriers.
Co-Lab: Focusing on the "Who"
September 30, 2025
12:00 - 1:15 pm ET
CCEUs - CC 1.25, RD 0.0
This event is co-hosted with ICF NYC's Competency Co-Lab, a monthly series for coaches to elevate their mastery of the ICF Core Competencies.
Experience structured practice drills, interactive learning, and a supportive community. The Competency Co-Lab bridges theory and practical application, so you can seamlessly integrate your learnings into your coaching practice.
Each session unveils a drill specially designed around a Core Competency. Drill by drill, gain mastery over the full range of Competencies.
The September Co-Lab will be focused on Focusing on the “Who.”
We will move beyond the client’s story for deeper transformation and sustainable change by exploring their thinking, feelings, values, wants, beliefs, and behaviors.
Bring your adventurous spirit, your sense of play and fun, and of course, a coaching topic!
Please register for the event here: https://www.icfnycchapter.org/event/september-2025-co-lab-focusing-on-the-who/
The Simple System to Enroll Clients Every Time You Speak
October 17, 2025
CCEUs - CC .50, RD 1.0
Many coaches speak, but few know how to inspire their audience to take action. They end up over educating and not activating their audience. Does that sound familiar?
This happens because they're missing a proven process for turning each talk into clients. And lucky for you, that's what you'll learn when you join us. The great news is you're just ONE talk away from consistently full programs. The even better news is that in this session, you'll discover exactly how to apply this to your business.
Join us to Discover: - The 3 Simple Steps You Must Master to Fill Your Programs (skip one step at your own risk!)
Key Takeaways Include:
Krista Martin, MBA, CPCC, PCC, is the President & Founder of Make Your Mark. As a sought-after Business Growth Strategist and Coach, she teaches coaches how to attract ideal clients, make more money, and create a bigger impact. She's the founder of the Six Figure Impact Academy and takes a stand for helping her clients build thriving six (or multi-six) figure businesses. The reach, impact, and personal transformation that her clients achieve through the process are what make this level of success so important.
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