I have an obligation to myself and to the coaching community to be an ethical coach. As a member of the International Coach Federation (ICF), I adhere to their standards. Part of my ethical stance is to be honest with clients, to keep their information confidential, and to put their needs above my interest in financial success.
I want to know what my clients want to achieve. I will then encourage self-discovery and client-generated solutions to their goals. By putting my best foot forward, I can lead by example and be a good model for my clients. By asking powerful questions, I can help my clients think about ethical dilemmas so they can make smart choices.
Doing the right thing benefits me and my clients will benefit too when they make ethical decisions.
