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The Future of Coaching in Organizations

October 2025

Envision a future where coaching is integrated into both the culture and structure of organizations. How might coaching transform organizational potential?

I wonder if

The broader adoption of AI coaching and a coach aggregator adoption will change the definition of coaching in the public mind from a reflective practice to a behavior modification practice.

SandraUnited States
I am noticing that

as a Business coach teacher of university, my students come into coaching training with a wide range of qualifications and experience and more business coaches and tools mix coaching with advising, consulting or mentoring. Many Business coaches already bring expertise from second careers. Maybe the Business coach future is a “coachsultant” – someone who mentors, trains, and inspires.

JuditHungary
I have a feeling that

organizations need to stress, and keep stressing on the importance of coaching, rather than just award coaching credits to employees. Do employees feel that they have an issue hence they need to go for coaching? Organizations should also build the trust that the employees will have their full confidentiality and information will not be divulged.

PriyaASingapore
I have a feeling that

future of coaching holds in unlocking human potential in all dimensions and elevating humanity to the next level of collective consciousness.
I feel that coaching is still an underrated and underutilised skillset and domain . If harnessed correctly , can make a significant difference in the lives of people and thereby an impact to organisations and to the world around us.

Ranjini RaoIndia
I am curious about

…what if blockchain reinvented coaching credentials? Clients could review coaches and share the experience. Coaches in non-Western regions might benefit by showing their impact without needing traditional certifications.

AdityaIndia

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Ecosystem-centered Coaching: Futures Thinking for Real-World Impact

In this 4-part series, discover how futures thinking can empower you to navigate the evolving role of coaching within interconnected ecosystems. Through our four-phase framework—Observe, Envision, Anticipate, Act— you will learn how to prepare for the future of ecosystem-centered practices, integrate AI and new technologies, and embrace ethical, holistic approaches that create real-world impact for you, your clients, and your communities.

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Apply the futures thinking loop to coaching

Futures Thinking fosters a mindset that embraces change, encourages innovation, and empowers action toward desired futures.

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