ICF Singapore Chapter

ICF Singapore Chapter The Singapore Chapter of ICF is part of the International Coaching Federation.

It aims to advance the art, science & practice of professional coaching in Singapore.

Our Mentor Coaching Lens journey advanced from foundational concepts into the true essence of PCC-level mentoring.This r...
11/08/2026

Our Mentor Coaching Lens journey advanced from foundational concepts into the true essence of PCC-level mentoring.

This regional learning experience was made possible by our cross-chapter collaboration. Thank you to our partner chapters from Malaysia, Philippines, Hong Kong, and Taiwan for uniting with Singapore to elevate our coaching community.

A heartfelt thank you to our speaker, Jedidiah "Jedi" Alex Koh, MCC, ACTC, MCS (ACC, PCC, and MCC). Jedi opened with a vital reminder: the core competencies do not change between the ACC and PCC levels. What elevates the practice is a coach's depth, consistency, and responsiveness. A PCC coach is not assessed on simply saying the "right words," but on ensuring those words arise directly from what the client just offered.

We clarified the distinct roles of educator, mentor, and assessor, noting how conflating them can undermine a safe mentoring space. Through real-world examples, we explored PCC quality reflection learning the profound difference between a summary that merely proves the coach was listening, and a reflection that genuinely helps the client hear themselves.

Key takeaways from our session:
🎯 PCC markers are indicators, not instructions. They highlight what to listen for, not what to say.
🎯 Coaching models do not change lives. Coaching does.
🎯 "Coaching is the experience of being experienced," not a race toward perfect markers.

We also reviewed the ICF guidelines regarding AI use in mentor coaching. A timely reminder to navigate recordings, transcripts, and data privacy with the utmost care.

Thank you, Jedi, for beautifully grounding a dense, technical topic into actionable language our community can use. Appreciation also goes to our dedicated Credentialing and Practice Team: Janice See, Nedheya, Kat Chan, and Yan Mei (Tan) for gracefully supporting this monumental event behind the scenes.

One final session remaining to complete our full arc from foundation to mastery. Whether you are just starting out or are experienced, Part 3 is suitable for all coaches looking to refine their craft.

We cannot wait to see you there!

👉 Part 3 · Mastery: Mentor Coaching at the MCC Level
đź“… 17 August 2026, 8:00 PM SGT
📍 Register here: https://icfsingapore.glueup.com/my/events/187091

Dive into Systemic Team Coaching What happens when we shift our focus from internal dynamics to how a team creates value...
07/08/2026

Dive into Systemic Team Coaching

What happens when we shift our focus from internal dynamics to how a team creates value for its entire ecosystem?

At our recent Team Coaching Community of Practice (CP), we explored that. We dive into Systemic Team Coaching (STC), embracing a structured, adaptive way to harness collective intelligence.

To every participant who joined us: thank you. Your curiosity and vibrant engagement fueled the session. Together, we unpacked Peter Hawkins’ Five Disciplines, navigated the SIDER process, and tackled real-world case studies. Your dedication to expanding your systemic lens and elevating your coaching practice is what makes this community impactful.

Our gratitude to our speakers:
• John Leary-Joyce illuminated foundational STC methodologies and Gestalt philosophy.
• David Kesby delivered systemic frameworks for navigating complex organizational goals.
• Sharon Tan bridged corporate reality with people development to guide teams through complexity.

A milestone session requires vision and support.
Heartfelt appreciation to our Team Coaching CP Committee for their effort: Tan Swee Heng - CP Lead, Cheong Choy Kiew, Dr. Josephine Ong, Madhuri Kale, Richard Ng, and Sharon Tan.

Sincere appreciation also goes to the ICF Singapore Credentialing & Practice team, Janice See and Faye Chong. Your behind-the-scenes dedication is the engine that keeps our community thriving.

Looking Ahead:
Our next Team Coaching session on September 21, 2026, will be a special combined event with the Coaching Supervision Community of Practice!
👉 Stay tuned for details at: https://buff.ly/6FlDTHp

ACC Pathway Live at The Foundry 🌱On July 9, we took our practice off the screen. We stepped into The Foundry. This histo...
04/08/2026

ACC Pathway Live at The Foundry 🌱

On July 9, we took our practice off the screen. We stepped into The Foundry. This historic venue was intentionally reimagined into a vibrant hub for social impact. That same spirit of transformation filled the room. Across two in-person ACC Pathway sessions, our coaching community evolved. We built deep connections. We united under a shared purpose.

To every coach who stepped into the room: Thank You!

By showing up, you unlocked incredible value for your professional journey. Together, we leveraged a psychologically safe space to:
• Sharpen Core Competencies
Actively test and expand your coaching boundaries.
• Accelerate Growth
Gain immediate, real-time feedback through hands-on peer practice.
• Build Confidence
Solidify the practical experience vital for securing your Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential.

A milestone event of this caliber requires exceptional dedication. A massive thank you to Jim Livingstone, MCC, ACC Pathway CP Lead , for his visionary leadership in driving these sessions.

Heartfelt gratitude goes to our volunteers, Janice See; Eileen Sim; Faye Chong ; Yan Tan ; Leong Soo Yee ; Gina Yeh; Kevin Kan who supported the sessions.

Keep the Momentum Going
Continue refining your craft and expanding your professional roots at our upcoming online session on August 11, 2026.
👉 https://buff.ly/sE2virK

Looking Ahead
You Asked, We Listened
Driven by your overwhelming requests for more face-to-face practice, we are organizing one final in-person ACC Pathway event in November to wrap up 2026!

This closing session will be dedicated to immersive practice. It is designed to deliver hands-on experimentation and live feedback you need to step confidently into your credentialing goals.

Stay tuned for registration details at https://buff.ly/6FlDTHp

Let’s continue to elevate the standard of coaching together! 🙌

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On 16 July 2026, we wrapped up another session of Coaching Skills Enhancement (CSE) Community of Practice (CP) where coa...
03/08/2026

On 16 July 2026, we wrapped up another session of Coaching Skills Enhancement (CSE) Community of Practice (CP) where coaches gather monthly to sharpen their skills through a structured 4-stage process created by Tony Latimer, MCC, BCC.

Key takeaways from participants after they emerge from the practice are - “mind-blowing”, “stretches the mind and heart”, “very structured”, “I got to think on my feet”

The process is designed to systematically elevate our coaching standard by learning how to trigger fresh thinking, shift perspectives, and to turn advice into questions. The monthly community of practice serves as a safe space to stretch our skills under pressure and to learn and grow.

Not enough words can describe the experience and so we invite you to join us in the next community of practice:

👉 Next Session: August 20, 2026
👉 Register/Stay Updated: https://buff.ly/3K3RIcE

Heartfelt thank you to all the participants and facilitators - DJ, Gina Yeh, Jenson Goh, Kat Chan and Winston making this possible.

Sincere appreciation to the ICF Singapore Credentialing & Practice team Janice and Faye for their continuing support to the coaching community.

Your commitment to elevating the standard of coaching in Singapore is what makes this community thrive! 🙌

1H 2026 Highlights: Strategic PartnershipsEvery collaboration opens new doors for our members, creates opportunities for...
31/07/2026

1H 2026 Highlights: Strategic Partnerships

Every collaboration opens new doors for our members, creates opportunities for shared learning and extends the reach of professional coaching across organisations and communities.

Thank you to our partners for helping us make coaching a powerful force for positive change. We are unlocking potential together while advancing coaching excellence, impact and value.

At ICF, we shape the future of coaching by elevating its standards, expanding its reach and deepening its impact around the world.

The Singapore Chapter of ICF is a volunteer-led and volunteer-run community, powered by members who step forward to serve. We warmly welcome you to be part of our Ambassador community and play an active role in shaping a Chapter of over 1,200 members.

If you're keen to join the team, reach out to us at [email protected] or apply directly here https://buff.ly/7WO4OrZ

28 July 2026 marked a significant milestone for our Credentialing and Practice pillar. We opened a new chapter through a...
30/07/2026

28 July 2026 marked a significant milestone for our Credentialing and Practice pillar. We opened a new chapter through a landmark cross-chapter collaboration. Coaches from ICF Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Hong Kong, and Taiwan united for this event. It was the first regional session exploring the Mentor Coach Specialization (MCS) following the ICF Global updates on June 24 and 30.

Our facilitator, Jedidiah ""Jedi"" Alex Koh, MCC, ACTC (MCS - ACC, PCC, MCC), set the tone early by dispelling common myth. Many assume coaching is asking and mentoring is telling. Jedi reminded us that both disciplines are irreducibly complex. Reducing either to a single behavior misreads the craft entirely.

Across borders, we unpacked the new ICF MCS framework. We explored its regional impact and why the shift toward 2027 matters today. Participants worked through a composite coaching extract. We practiced the critical skill of separating evidence from interpretation. The focus was on delivering feedback that develops a coach, rather than rendering a verdict.

Key Takeaways:
Specific beats global: Vague praise provides nothing to repeat.
The brain hears threat first: Psychological safety is essential for feedback to land.
Self-generated insight sticks: Coaches retain what they discover for themselves.

We examined the biases that shape how we listen. These include accents, fluency, pacing, and first impressions. This discussion served as a powerful reminder for our rich multilingual and multicultural region.

Our sincere thanks to Jedi for grounding a technical topic in such practical, reflective terms. Our gratitude to the Credentialing & Practice Janice See, Faye Chong, Kat Chan, and Yan Mei (Tan) for putting this event together.

There is still time to catch the next two installments.
Join us to build a fuller picture of mentor coaching across the credentialing levels.

👉 Part 2: Mentor Coaching at the PCC Level
đź“… 3 August 2026, 8:00 PM SGT
📍 Register here:https://buff.ly/YtvCdTb

👉 Part 3: Mentor Coaching at the MCC Level
đź“… 17 August 2026, 8:00 PM SGT
📍 Register here: https://buff.ly/DDEE2DT

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1H 2026 Highlights: Social ImpactCoaching becomes most powerful when it reaches beyond individuals and strengthens the c...
30/07/2026

1H 2026 Highlights: Social Impact

Coaching becomes most powerful when it reaches beyond individuals and strengthens the communities they serve.

Through pro bono and low bono coaching programmes, our ICF credentialed coaches have supported social service agency leaders across Viriya Community Services, MINDS and St. Andrew’s Autism Centre, helping leaders build greater clarity, confidence and capacity to create meaningful impact.

A heartfelt thank you to our volunteer coaches, programme partners and participating leaders for making professional coaching more accessible where it can make a real difference.

At ICF, we shape the future of coaching by elevating its standards, expanding its reach and deepening its impact around the world. We collaborate with Social Service Agencies, NGOs, and social enterprise partners to expand access to ICF credentialed coaching that empowers leaders and accelerates community outcomes.

The Singapore Chapter of ICF is a volunteer-led and volunteer-run community, powered by members who step forward to serve. We warmly welcome you to be part of our Ambassador community and play an active role in shaping a Chapter of over 1,200 members.

If you're keen to join the team, reach out to us at [email protected] or apply directly here https://buff.ly/7WO4OrZ

1H 2026 Highlights - Marketing and CommunicationsA proud milestone for a growing digital community engaging with profess...
29/07/2026

1H 2026 Highlights - Marketing and Communications

A proud milestone for a growing digital community engaging with professional coaching and the work of ICF Singapore.

By strengthening our voice and expanding our reach, we are creating greater visibility for our members, programmes and the value of coaching in Singapore.

At ICF, we shape the future of coaching by elevating its standards, expanding its reach and deepening its impact around the world.

The Singapore Chapter of ICF is a volunteer-led and volunteer-run community, powered by members who step forward to serve. We warmly welcome you to be part of our Ambassador community and play an active role in shaping a Chapter of over 1,200 members.

If you're keen to join the team, reach out to us at [email protected] or apply directly here https://buff.ly/7WO4OrZ

1H 2026 Highlights: Professional DevelopmentOur members’ commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence c...
28/07/2026

1H 2026 Highlights: Professional Development

Our members’ commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence continues to inspire us.

Through a diverse range of professional and business development programmes, we are creating opportunities for coaches to expand their skills, deepen their business understanding and strengthen their practice.

A heartfelt thank you to our members for showing up with curiosity and commitment, and to our speakers for generously sharing their expertise across different topics, perspectives and areas of practice.

At ICF, we shape the future of coaching by elevating its standards, expanding its reach and deepening its impact around the world.

The Singapore Chapter of ICF is a volunteer-led and volunteer-run community, powered by members who step forward to serve. We warmly welcome you to be part of our Ambassador community and play an active role in shaping a Chapter of over 1,200 members.

If you're keen to join the team, reach out to us at [email protected] or apply directly here https://buff.ly/7WO4OrZ

It was a pleasure to be part of Singapore Polytechnic HR Learning Fest, where we partnered with SHRI to host a joint Ski...
27/07/2026

It was a pleasure to be part of Singapore Polytechnic HR Learning Fest, where we partnered with SHRI to host a joint Skills Clinic on coaching skills for the AI era.
In an AI-driven workplace, what makes us irreplaceable? It's our ability to be deeply human — to listen with intention, ask questions that spark insight, and be fully present in conversations.

During the interactive clinic, participants had the opportunity to practise three core coaching competencies:
đź‘‚ Active Listening
âť“ Powerful Questioning
🤝 Deep Presence

Through paired exercises and discussions, we explored how these skills can elevate workplace conversations, strengthen interviews, build trust, and create more meaningful professional relationships. Whether leading a team, partnering with stakeholders, or considering coaching as a career path, these are practical skills that can be applied immediately.

A heartfelt thank you to SHRI for partnering with ICF to make this session possible, and to everyone who participated so openly and enthusiastically. Thank you Matthew Sum, for opening the session, and to Dr Josephine Teo and Janice See for facilitating the session.

At ICF, we shape the future of coaching by elevating its standards, expanding its reach and deepening its impact around the world. Through strategic partnerships, we’re building something greater. Our collaborations open doors to new opportunities, helping us make coaching a powerful force for positive change.

Here's to creating workplaces where coaching isn't just a skill, but a way of leading and working together.

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