What keeps you on the coaching trail?

Hi ,The ICF core competencies mention “Partners with the client” a lot. What does that even mean?If you have known me a while, you know I’m a metaphor maven. I don’t know why, but I tend to think of coaching sessions as exploring a trail with our cli...

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Feb 23, 2026
[Whatchamacallit] A new chapter for our group

Hey sweet friends,I am writing today to share a small but important update about our Wednesday Writers Whatchamacallit gatherings.For over eight years, this group has been a meaningful space for connection, encouragement, and creativity, and I’m incr...

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Feb 18, 2026
[Whatchamacallit] The lights are on...

...but no one's home. 😧Hey gang. The room is open for you today, but I will not be able to attend. Just wanted to let you know. So sorry for the last minute change of plans.The Wednesday Writers Whatchamacallit will meet today starting at 12 PM East...

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Feb 11, 2026
[Whatchamacallit] Happy February!

Hey there, ,I'm running behind, so apologies for the late reminder. Hope to see you on our call today.The Wednesday Writers Whatchamacallit will meet today starting at 12 PM Eastern, 11 AM Central, 10 AM Mountain and 9 AM Pacific. Hope to see you th...

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Feb 04, 2026
Partnering with clients without the pressure

Hi ,Are you working too hard as a coach?Even experienced coaches can fall into the habit of taking on too much responsibility for their clients. This can make coaching feel heavy—and harder than it needs to be. One place this commonly shows up is whe...

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Jan 30, 2026
[Whatchamacallit] It's open mic day!

Hey there, ,It's that time again. Bring your best humorous writing and share it with us today. Goodness knows we need some laughter to warm our hearts in the midst of these cold winter days. The Wednesday Writers Whatchamacallit will meet today star...

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Jan 28, 2026
[Whatchamacallit] Watcha readin'?

Hey there, ,I hope your new year is off to a fabulous start. 🥂My email program just gave me a D on that subject line. I guess it doesn't approve of purposeful bad grammar. 🤷🏼‍♀️I hope you are keeping your eyes open for humorous moments to write a...

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Jan 14, 2026
If session agreements feel clunky, this is for you.

Hi ,I hope your holiday season was lovely and your new year is off to a great start.One of my big intentions this year is to apply for the MCC credential by the end of October.How about you? I'd love to hear what you're working on.Just curious, do yo...

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Jan 12, 2026
[Whatchamacallit] Time for a little levity

Hey there, ,I hope your new year is off to a fabulous start. 🥂Back in October, we talked about writing scary stories. This month, we'll work on something more lighthearted.Start capturing anything funny you've either done or witnessed, and jot thos...

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Jan 07, 2026