Michael C.
My experiences with HPI
When I reflect on my experience with HPI, the most obvious area of learning has been around the skills and competencies of coaching. I came into the program with preconceived ideas of what coaching was, but very little actual knowledge. The program exposed my incorrect assumptions, while showing me the profound impact of real coaching in accordance with the ICF competencies. I believe that my abilities to facilitate transformational sessions for clients have been strengthened in ways that I would not have accessed without this program. Another area of discovery was the depth of educational resources and links to further exploration of topics and subject matter. I was admittedly surprised by the amount of material. This sparked my curiosity in a number of topics, which I have further researched. Finally, I want to mention the learning and growth I have experienced professionally and personally. I am now on a clear path towards self-employment as a professional coach, utilizing many of the examples and frameworks offered in the program. More importantly, I have grown as a person. This course has challenged me to be curious about my own values, fears, limiting behaviors, and strengths. Although sometimes uncomfortable, I have been open to the personal work and development. I believe that I’ve made great strides in terms of self-awareness, and continue to practice and apply this daily. I would not hesitate to recommend this program to someone seeking a professional coaching education. I would also like to thank everyone at HPI.



