Code of Ethics

We adhere to the codes of practice of the EMCC & ICF.

XecCoach Standards of Ethical Conduct:
Every XecCoach accredited Executive Coach operates within our Code of Ethics

They have committed to:

conduct themselves in a manner that reflects well on coaching as a profession and will refrain from doing anything that harms the public's understanding or acceptance of coaching as a profession.
accurately state their coaching qualifications, expertise or experience as a coach to their clients.
ensure that coaching clients understand the nature of coaching and the terms of the coaching agreement between them.
not intentionally misleading or making false claims about what the client will receive from the coaching process, or from them as their coach.
will respect the confidentiality of client's information, except as otherwise authorised by their client, or as required by law.
will obtain informed permission from each of their clients before releasing their names as clients, references or any other client identifying information.
will be alert to noticing when clients are no longer benefiting from the coaching relationship. If they would be better served by another coach or resource, they will encourage my client to make that change.
seek to avoid conflicts between their interests and the interests of my clients.
whenever any actual conflict of interest, or the potential for a conflict of interest arises, they will openly disclose it and fully discuss with the client how to deal with it, in whatever way best serves the client.
disclose to clients all anticipated compensation from third parties that they may receive for referrals or advice concerning that client.
honour all agreements they make in their coaching relationships, and construct clear agreements that may include confidentiality, progress reports and other particulars. They will obtain the express consent of the person being coached before releasing information to another person compensating XecCoach.
not give clients, or any prospective clients, information or advice they know to be misleading or beyond their competence.