Dear ICF Hong Kong Members and Coaches,
September is a time for new beginnings, and here at ICF HK, we’re excited to kick off a quarter focused on the power of member engagement. We believe that a thriving coaching community is built on strong connections, shared learning, and a collective commitment to making a difference.
This month, we’re thrilled to introduce our new ICF HK Peer Coaching Program! This program, developed with your feedback, provides a supportive space for ICF HK members to sharpen their skills, build a strong peer network, and gain valuable paid coaching hours towards their ICF credential. We are delighted to have one of our member coaches as our Ambassador to run this program.
We also wish to highlight the incredible work of our Volunteer and Lead Coaches, whose dedication and expertise is truly inspiring. Join us for our ”Coaches Coffee Connect” morning on 5th September and learn more about their work as they share their authentic experiences.
We invite you to dive into this month’s newsletter, learn about these initiatives and other opportunities for you to get involved! Together, we can create a vibrant and impactful coaching community in Hong Kong.
Sincerely,
Mehroo Turel
Member Engagement Director,
ICF Hong Kong Charter Chapter
Practice ICF Core Competency 5 & 6, Earn CCE Units
Maintains Presence and Listens Actively – Fundamental coaching competencies. Let us use this opportunity to learn and practice these skills together in a safe environment.
How do we maintain presence and listen actively? By being fully conscious and present with the client, employing a style that is open, flexible, grounded, and confident. Focus on what the client is and is not saying to fully understand their communication in the context of their systems and support their self-expression.
Understand and consistently apply these skills: Maintains Presence and Listens Actively. Together, let us learn, practice, and apply!
Time: 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm HKT, Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Host: Helen Tse, ICF PCC, and Wu Yue, ICF HK Board Member
Format: Interactive Zoom discussion
Fees: Complimentary for ICF members; non-members welcome with a fee
CCE Credits: Earn 1.5 CCE credits for Core Competencies.
Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to gain insights and stay ahead of the curve in the coaching industry!
Launch A New Peer Coaching Program
We’ve been listening to our member’s feedback and are excited to announce a new peer coaching program designed specifically to meet your needs.
This program is all about creating a supportive environment where you can:
- Sharpen your coaching skills through hands-on practice and constructive feedback from fellow ICF HK members.
- Build a strong peer support network for ongoing learning, collaboration, and encouragement.
- Gain valuable paid coaching hours towards your ICF credential in a friendly and supportive setting.
Timeline:
– Registration – September 3- 30, 2024
– Peer coaching in trios – November 2024 – May 2025 (6 months)
Format: Coaches will be put into groups of three (trio). Each coach shall complete 6 sessions as coach and 6 sessions as coachee. Total 12 sessions for each coach both as a coach and coachee. More details in the registration form.
Program Coordination Fees: ICF HK Member – HKD 100
Non-members, members of other ICF chapters – HKD 250
At this stage the program is only open to ICF HK members and non-members in HK and China.
- We encourage you to join us for this exciting opportunity to grow and develop your coaching skills.
Invitation to ICFHK Board Membership 2025-26
Many thanks already to those who have already signalled their interest.
We wanted to ensure you didn’t miss our earlier invitation in the newsletter and extend another opportunity for any ICFHK members interested in joining the board. If you’d like to apply, please send your completed application form and your CV to vicepresident@icfhk.org by September 15, 2024.
Thank you to everyone who has already expressed interest.
Coaches, Coffee, Connect ☕️
Calling all Hong Kong coaches to join us for a casual coffee meetup! This event is a great opportunity to connect, share insights, and learn about the exciting activities and initiatives from the ICF Hong Kong board.
Hear from Lead Coaches, Volunteer Coaches, and Ambassadors who are helping us bring coaching to various parts of our local community and culture. Whether you’re new to coaching or a seasoned professional, this is your chance to network, build relationships, and deepen your involvement in Hong Kong’s vibrant coaching ecosystem.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, September 5
🕙 Time: 10:00-11:30 AM
📍 Location: The Hive, 33-35 Hillier Street, Sheung Wan
Are you due for credential renewal? We can help with education and mentor coaching. Join our Level 2 – Accredited Coach Training programme and earn up to 40 hours of ICF-accredited training. If you have completed a Level 1 or equivalent training then you could enrol and gain CCE’s or complete our Level 2 programme.
Mentor Coaching: Through themed group sessions, observed coaching sessions and individual mentor coaching you will develop the capability to reflect on your practice and develop your coaching work. Our Navigating Ethics session fulfils the ICF ethics requirement and can be taken on its own.
🌟 ICF HK August Board Meeting 🌟
🌟 Practice Makes Perfect – ICF Core Competency 5&6 🌟
Helen Tse and Yue Wu hosted an inspiring gathering of coaches, all focused on honing our skills by practicing ICF Core Competency 5 & 6. The energy in the room was incredible as we engaged in on-the-spot coaching, reviewing, and, most importantly, learning from each other.
🌟 A Powerful Session on Theory U and Coaching!🌟
Crystal Liu and Patrick Mak hosted an insightful session on Theory U and its application in coaching. The discussion was incredibly engaging and provided a deep dive into the application of Theory U in Organizational Development.
Exclusive professional indemnity insurance
We’re excited to announce that for the 6th consecutive year, we’re continuing our partnership with an external insurance provider to offer Professional Indemnity Insurance for the upcoming period from 2024 to 2025.
There are coverage options for coaching services in Hong Kong only, or worldwide. We also provide our members the flexibility to sign up each quarter, with premiums pro-rated for those who join after September 2024.
Don’t miss out on this valuable benefit—secure your coverage and protect your practice today!
🌟 Join ICF Hong Kong and Elevate Your Coaching Career! 🌟
At ICF Hong Kong, our mission is to connect our diverse community through partnerships and growth, building an inclusive and sustainable future. We bridge the gap between East and West, creating value for our local community through coaching, benefiting both givers and receivers alike.
By joining the ICF Hong Kong Chapter, you’ll access:
- Professional Development: Attend regular ICF Core Competencies CCEU events and coaching tools learning sessions.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect at quarterly in-person social events with like-minded coaches, industry leaders, and potential clients.
- Credentialing Support: Engage in ICF Credentialing Tutorial sessions.
- Peer-to-Peer Coaching: Join a supportive group of coaches for mutual professional growth.
- Exclusive Indemnity Insurance: Enjoy discounted rates for better professional protection.
- Member Materials: Access exclusive content, including research, tools, and best practices in coaching.
- Discounted Fees: Save on ICF credentialing, events, conferences, and training programs.
- Leadership Opportunities: Contribute to the coaching community in Hong Kong through chapter leadership roles.
- Social Impact Initiatives: Participate in pro bono coaching projects and social impact initiatives.
- Partnership Projects: Collaborate on low bono coaching projects and partnership initiatives.
Act Now: Join ICF Hong Kong today and start enhancing your coaching journey immediately!
Join us at ICF HK Social Media Groups
To better connect with our members, we created two social chat groups: WhatsApp (link as below) and WeChat (name: ICFhongkong, QR code as shown on the right). Welcome to click the link or scan the QR code to join the social communities. If you have any questions on WhatsApp or WeChat groups, please contact us at communications@icfhk.org.
Building on the momentum of growing our community of coaches and increasing our presence and visibility across channels, ICF HK invites you to follow us on Instagram where you can stay updated on the trending news on coaching and leadership development. Tag us at @icfhongkong if you have anything valuable to share!