What is iPEC’s Core Energy Coaching® methodology?
iPEC’s Core Energy Coaching® is a unique coaching methodology developed by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). It focuses on harnessing and managing a person’s energy to achieve personal and professional goals. The core idea is that individuals operate at different levels of energy, which influence their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and overall effectiveness.
Key Aspects of Core Energy Coaching:
Energy Levels:
The framework is built on the concept of seven energy levels, ranging from catabolic (destructive) to anabolic (constructive). Lower energy levels are associated with stress, fear, and conflict, while higher levels relate to creativity, collaboration, and fulfillment.
Catabolic vs. Anabolic Energy:
Catabolic Energy: This type of energy is draining and can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, or stress. It’s often reactive and short-term focused.
Anabolic Energy: This is constructive energy that fuels growth, creativity, and positive actions. It’s associated with long-term success and well-being.
The Energy Leadership Index (ELI)
A key tool in Core Energy Coaching is the Energy Leadership Index, an assessment that helps individuals understand their default energy levels and how they show up in various situations. The ELI provides insights into how a person views the world and reacts to stress, helping them identify areas for growth.
Shifting Energy Levels:
Through coaching, individuals are guided to recognize their current energy levels and learn strategies to shift to higher, more productive levels. This shift enables them to respond to situations with greater awareness and choice, rather than reacting based on old patterns.
The 7 Energy Levels:
Comprehensive Approach:
Core Energy Coaching goes beyond traditional coaching by addressing the root causes of challenges. It incorporates elements of psychology, emotional intelligence, and leadership development to create sustainable change.
Application:
This coaching method is often used for leadership development, performance enhancement, and personal growth. It’s effective in helping clients break through obstacles, improve relationships, and achieve higher levels of success and fulfillment.
iPEC’s Core Energy Coaching® is designed to create profound and lasting change by focusing on energy management and conscious leadership, making it a powerful tool for both individuals and organizations
Core Energy Coaching was created by Bruce Schneider, Ph.D., M.C.C., and is taught and certified through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, an International Coaching Federation (ICF)-accredited training program. This summary contains my interpretation of their copyrighted work.
