Coaching in Conversation

Staying Current and Relevant with Magda Mook

Tracy Sinclair Season 1 Episode 33

In this special episode of Coaching in Conversation during International Coaching Week (ICW), host Tracy Sinclair is joined by Magda Mook, CEO of the International Coaching Federation (ICF). They discuss the evolving landscape of coaching, the role of artificial intelligence, and the importance of staying current and relevant in a rapidly changing world. Magda shares insights on the future of ICF, the significance of specializations in coaching, and her personal journey as a coach. They also delve into the topics of neurodiversity and the broader impacts of coaching across various sectors. You don't want to miss this episode!

Magdalena Nowicka, CEO of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), brings a wealth of experience in consulting, coaching, association management, and fundraising. She is responsible for the strategic direction and growth of the organization by partnering with the ICF Global Board of Directors and its six unique family organizations that represent the ICF ecosystem. Through her leadership, the organization has become the leading voice for the global coaching community with more than 56,000 members and 50,000 ICF-credential holders worldwide.

Magda received her M.S. in Economics and International Trade from the Warsaw School of Economics, Poland. She holds a degree from Copenhagen Business School in International Management and Consulting. Magda was recognized as #1 Coach: Global Influence Thinkers50 and a finalist in the Thinkers50 Distinguished Award in Coaching and Mentoring. Most recently she was recognized as #10 of Top30 Global Gurus in Organizational Culture. She is also a trained professional coach and systems facilitator. 

Magda is a frequent keynote speaker, having presented on organizational culture, trends in coaching, cultural competencies, ethics, regulation, and systemic relevance all over the world. Magda is a regular contributor to Forbes Magazine, Harvard Business Review, and other major publications. She is a host of a monthly LinkedIn Live event, where she speaks to organizational leaders and major influencers.

00:00 Introduction

04:05 The Future of Coaching

09:16 Coaching Specialisations

15:49 Staying Relevant in the AI Age

21:04 Looking Ahead for the ICF

27:50 Closing Thoughts from Magda

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