What's your executive coaching research and trend update strategy?

1 Identify your sources

The first step is to identify the sources that provide high-quality, evidence-based, and timely information on executive coaching. You may want to consider a mix of academic journals, industry publications, podcasts, blogs, newsletters, and social media platforms. Some examples of reputable sources are the International Journal of Coaching in Organizations, Coaching World, The Coaching Habit podcast, Coaching at Work blog, and the International Coach Federation newsletter. You can also follow experts, thought leaders, and influencers on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Clubhouse.

2 Filter and prioritize

The next step is to filter and prioritize the information that is most relevant and useful for your coaching practice. You can use tools like Feedly, Pocket, or Evernote to organize and save your sources in one place. You can also set up alerts, keywords, and filters to narrow down your search and avoid information overload. You may want to prioritize the topics that align with your niche, your clients' goals and challenges, and your own learning objectives.

3 Analyze and synthesize

The third step is to analyze and synthesize the information that you have collected. You can use tools like MindMeister, Miro, or XMind to create mind maps, diagrams, or charts that help you visualize and connect the main ideas, concepts, and insights. You can also use tools like Grammarly, Hemingway, or Loom to write summaries, reviews, or reflections that capture your key takeaways, opinions, and questions. You may want to compare and contrast different perspectives, identify gaps or opportunities, and evaluate the validity and applicability of the information.

4 Apply and share

The final step is to apply and share the information that you have learned. You can use tools like Trello, Asana, or Notion to create action plans, goals, or tasks that help you implement the information in your coaching sessions, programs, or products. You can also use tools like Zoom, LinkedIn, or Medium to share the information with your clients, peers, or network. You may want to create value-added content, offer feedback or advice, or initiate discussions or collaborations.

5 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?