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1) Jun 12, 2025 (classroom)
2) Oct 20, 2025 (classroom)
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An Introduction to Life/Career Coaching Essentials
- Empower Yourself and Others to Achieve Personal and Professional Success!
Coaching is a powerful tool for personal and professional transformation. Whether you're looking to become a certified life or career coach or simply want to develop coaching skills to guide others effectively, this 1-day course provides the foundational knowledge and practical techniques you need. Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises, you will learn how to help individuals set and achieve meaningful goals, overcome obstacles, and unlock their full potential. This is a foundation course that will introduce you to the world of coaching. N.B. This is not a certification course for coaching.
Coaching is a powerful tool for personal and professional transformation. Whether you're looking to become a certified life or career coach or simply want to develop coaching skills to guide others effectively, this 1-day course provides the foundational knowledge and practical techniques you need. Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises, you will learn how to help individuals set and achieve meaningful goals, overcome obstacles, and unlock their full potential. This is a foundation course that will introduce you to the world of coaching. N.B. This is not a certification course for coaching.
Objective
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand the core principles and ethics of life and career coaching.
- Develop essential coaching skills, including active listening and powerful questioning.
- Learn proven coaching models and techniques to facilitate transformation.
- Gain insights into goal setting, motivation, and overcoming limiting beliefs.
- Understand the role of emotional intelligence and mindset in coaching.
- Explore career coaching strategies to help individuals find clarity and direction.
- Build confidence in applying coaching techniques in real-life situations.
Outline
Module 1: Foundations of Life & Career Coaching
Module 2: Essential Coaching Skills & Techniques
Module 3: Goal Setting & Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
Module 4: Coaching for Personal Growth & Mindset Shift
Module 5: Career Coaching Essentials
Module 6: Conducting a Powerful Coaching Session
Module 7: Next Steps – Becoming a Professional Coach
- What is Coaching? How It Differs from Mentoring, Therapy & Consulting
- Core Coaching Competencies (Based on ICF Guidelines)
- The Ethics and Responsibilities of a Coach
Module 2: Essential Coaching Skills & Techniques
- Active Listening & Building Rapport
- The Power of Asking the Right Questions
- Providing Constructive Feedback & Encouragement
Module 3: Goal Setting & Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
- SMART Goals vs. Meaningful Goals
- Identifying & Challenging Limiting Beliefs
- Motivation Strategies for Long-Term Success
Module 4: Coaching for Personal Growth & Mindset Shift
- Understanding Emotional Intelligence (EQ) & Self-Awareness
- The Role of Mindset in Personal and Career Growth
- Coaching for Confidence & Resilience
Module 5: Career Coaching Essentials
- Helping Clients Identify Strengths & Career Paths
- Career Transition & Navigating Change
- Resume Building, Interview Prep, and Personal Branding for Clients
Module 6: Conducting a Powerful Coaching Session
- Structuring a Coaching Conversation (GROW Model & Other Frameworks)
- Handling Difficult Conversations & Coaching Challenges
- Practice Coaching Sessions with Feedback
Module 7: Next Steps – Becoming a Professional Coach
- Certification & Accreditation Pathways (ICF, NLP, Positive Psychology)
- Setting Up a Coaching Practice or Integrating Coaching into Your Career
- Marketing Your Coaching Services & Building a Client Base
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Individuals seeking personal growth & clarity in their career direction
- Aspiring life or career coaches
- HR professionals & managers who want to coach employees
- Entrepreneurs & leaders who want to develop coaching skills
- Anyone passionate about helping others unlock their potential
Methodology
- Interactive Workshops – Learn by doing, not just listening
- Live Coaching Demos – Watch real coaching sessions in action
- Practical Exercises – Practice key techniques with peers
- Group Discussions & Q&A – Apply insights to personal and professional situations
Profile of Alex Fong

- 20+ years of experience in mentoring, training, and career development
- Former Head of Digital Marketing at StarHub with expertise in guiding teams
- Passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential