#16 Behind the Scenes of ICF Assessments and how to make them fun with MCC Coach Matthew Cintron-Quinones

Are you curious about becoming certified with the International Coaching Federation? Then you should definitely listen to this episode:

Christi and our guest Matthew Cintron-Quinones, both ICF assessors and MCC coaches, share an insightful yet humorous behind the scene view of ICF Coaching Assessments, and what makes them fun for Matthew. Together, they discuss the importance of individuality and uniqueness in coaching, and the need to move away from rote verbatim scripts. Matthew highlights several things he would like coaches to stop doing, such as unnecessary preambles, overusing phrases like 'tell me more,' and using nonverbal sounds while the client is speaking. He also emphasises the importance of deep listening and being present with the client as the human connection is what sets the foundation of the client’s personal transformation. Highlighting the limitations of standardised behaviours they emphasise the need for coaches to show up as real people and ask powerful questions that challenge their clients.

Their experiences with the MCC assessment process is revealed as they encourage coaches to have fun and be creative in their coaching sessions

Celebrating diversity, embracing different perspectives, and creating a world that values creativity and laughter is what can make a real difference in coaching.

Key Takeaways:

• Assessments and mentor coaching can be a fulfilling and meaningful aspect of coaching practice.
• Individuality and uniqueness should be valued in coaching, and coaches are encouraged find their own style and approach.
• Coaches are better off when avoiding unnecessary preambles, overusing phrases like 'tell me more,' and using nonverbal sounds while the client is speaking.
• Deep listening and being present with the client are essential skills for effective coaching.
• The ICF competencies provide a structure for coaching, but coaches should not be overly rigid and should use their creativity and interpretation. Coaches should show up as real people and ask powerful questions that challenge their clients.
• Coaches can allow themselves to have fun, be creative, and embrace humor in their coaching sessions.
• Diversity and different perspectives should be celebrated and valued.
• A world that values creativity, laughter, and human connection should be created.

About out guest Matthew Cintron- Quinones

Matthew is known for being generous, intelligent, clever, and resourceful, all wrapped up with a big caring heart and a lot of laughter. He bring expertise in assessing learning, measuring coaching skills, and delving deep into his passions, especially in the realm of creativity. What excites him most is helping others to embrace what makes them unique, tapping into creativity to bring out the fun in the mundane, sharing knowledge and learning with others, and building meaningful partnerships and relationships.

Connect with Matthew via LinkedIn or his website.

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