Stay informed, inspired, and engaged in mentoring and coaching tweens, teens, and young adults with the Youth Coaching Institute blog. Here you’ll discover expert strategies, research, and tools to empower your practice or organization and foster growth and resilience in adolescents.
As a career coach, you know that the journey to a fulfilling career is more than just matching skills to job descriptions. It’s about tapping into the deeper “whys” that drive a person forward. To help our clients succeed at challenging goals, we must first help them develop and envision a desired future. Identifying what we want to grow into is a vital first step to igniting the drive to
As an educator, coach, or parent you know that some students seem to navigate their academic journey with ease while others face significant hurdles. The difference often lies not in their inherent ability but in their capacity for self-regulated learning (SRL). This set of skills allows students to take charge of their own learning process. Academic coaching provides a powerful, personalized framework to help students develop these essential skills, transforming
Evidence-based coaching represents a transformative approach that combines the art of human connection with the science of behavioral change. Unlike traditional coaching methods that can rely solely on intuition or common techniques, this methodology integrates research-backed strategies with professional expertise to create meaningful, lasting outcomes for clients. For educators and youth-serving professionals, understanding evidence-based coaching offers a pathway to enhanced credibility, improved client outcomes, and more effective practice. This comprehensive
Adolescent lying often leaves parents and educators feeling frustrated and confused. Understanding the complex developmental factors behind teen lying can transform how we approach these challenging moments and help build stronger, more trusting relationships. Research reveals that lying during adolescence represents far more than simple defiance or moral failing. Instead, it reflects a complex intersection of brain development, identity formation, and the natural push toward independence that defines this crucial
As educators and coaches working with young people, we stand at a pivotal moment in history. The AI revolution is transforming how we learn, work, and connect—and our role as caring adults has never been more crucial. This guide will help you understand AI’s impact on youth and equip you with the knowledge to lead confidently in this new landscape. Many of the young people we serve are already using
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace at an unprecedented pace. While many professions face uncertainty, one group of professionals stands uniquely positioned to thrive: coaches, educators, and health professionals. These human-centered roles aren’t just surviving the AI revolution—they’re becoming more valuable than ever. As AI systems become increasingly sophisticated, they excel at data processing, pattern recognition, and routine task automation. However, they fall short in areas that require emotional intelligence,
