Embodying a coaching mindset

Embodying a coaching mindset is the coach sustaining an open, curious mental stance that is willing to learn. It is one of the ICF competencies and underscores that coaching is not a technique but a way of being. This mindset involves meeting the client without judgment, continually questioning one's own assumptions, and developing continuously. The coach is not an all-knowing expert but a partner who explores alongside the client. This stance requires the coach to reflect on and develop their own practice as well.