Coaching with Integrity: More Than Just Following the Rules
- Cindy Hosea
- Feb 14
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 8
If ethical coaching were just about following a rulebook, we’d all just memorize the ICF Code of Ethics and call it a day. But coaching with integrity? That’s a whole different level.
Integrity isn’t about ticking compliance boxes—it’s about how you show up when no one’s watching, how you handle the gray areas, and whether your actions match your words. It’s about being the kind of coach your clients can trust, not just because you follow the rules, but because you embody the principles behind them.
So what does that look like in real life? Here's a scenario to consider, along with three ways you can ensure you are coaching with integrity.