Youth Coaching Expert Insights

Alumni Spotlight Series – Margrita van der Hoek Get to know our Youth Coaching Institute alumni community. This column will feature the stories from our network of 500+ youth coaches spread throughout the world. YCI alumnae are diverse, but they share a common commitment:  transforming the lives of adolescents and young adults. Read about their experiences with YCI here. Series #1 Name: Margrita van der Hoek, MA, ACC Business: Veredas

Youth coaching may sound like a niche space, but the demand and opportunity to make a difference in the lives of adolescents and young adults continues to grow. Here is a list of 4 places where a YCI certified coach can positively impact the lives of adolescents and young adults. 1. Schools Who (could become a YCI certified coach): Teachers, counselors, administrators, career guidance staff from grade school to the

Introduction: Mornings can be hard for anyone of any age, but especially for families with adolescents. Now that school is back in session, it’s time for the morning rush out of the door, which can cause a lot of stress for both the teen and caregiver. But with a few changes, mornings can become easeful and stress-free. Are you a caring adult looking to upgrade your morning experience with your

What is self-awareness? Self-awareness is the conscious knowledge of who we are and why we do what we do. Psychologists Shelley Duval and Robert Wicklund put it this way: “Self-awareness is the ability to focus on yourself and how your actions, thoughts, or emotions do or don’t align with your internal standards. If you’re highly self-aware, you can objectively evaluate yourself, manage your emotions, align your behavior with your values,