When Am I A Recovery Coach?
I am often asked, “When am I a recovery coach?” It’s a hard question to answer. I’ve noticed the role of the recovery coach shifts […]
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CCAR Foundational Principles
Several years ago, still finding my way in a new leadership role, I realized the importance of work culture. I asked myself, “What type of
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Our Two Most Powerful Questions
By Phil Valentine CCAR Recovery Coaches wield two questions that have the power to alter perspectives, to change opinions, and to permanently affect the landscape
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RIGHT Conduct
By Phil Valentine (with input from the entire CCAR staff) As the Recovery Coach field gains momentum, it’s imperative that we recovery coaches conduct ourselves
Oil & Water
Recently, I attended an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, specifically a Step meeting, and we were on Step 3. After the step was read, a gentleman across
Leading from a Place of Faith
By Phil Valentine Many years ago, Carol Kardas, my executive coach asked me three powerful questions that permanently altered my leadership style. “What type of
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Fear-Based Management
By Phil Valentine Every time I facilitate one of our trainings, I listen to people describe working environments that demean, devalue and diminish the recovery
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Recovery Coaching and Friendship
By Phil Valentine The CCAR Recovery Coach Academy© reviews the following roles associated with recovery coaching. Motivator and cheerleader Ally and confidante Truth teller Role
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Conquering Katahdin
When I climbed Katahdin on September 23, 2015 I was in a lot better shape than this past time (June 12, 2018). 2,000 miles of
The Casserole Measure
By Phil Valentine When it comes to evaluating the effectiveness of the recovery advocacy movement maybe it’s time to use The Casserole Measure. In 2010,
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