In this episode of How to Get Ahead by Millennial Life Coaches, host Lorna Taylor welcomes Dr. Aikyna Finch — Vice President of DEIB at the International Coaching Federation (ICF), TEDx speaker, educator, and Professional Certified Coach (PCC).
Together they explore the evolving coaching landscape and share powerful insights for millennial coaches and young professionals navigating their careers.
Dr. Finch shares her remarkable journey from earning her doctorate at 31 to becoming a university dean at 32 and eventually rising to Vice President at the International Coaching Federation.
The conversation dives into:
• How young professionals can create opportunity early in their careers
• The role of DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) in coaching
• Why video content is one of the most powerful tools for coaches
• How AI can help coaches grow their businesses while keeping the human connection at the center
• The value of volunteering within the ICF community
• Strategies for visibility, collaboration, and leadership in coaching
This conversation also highlights the growing collaboration between Millennial Life Coaches (MLC) and the International Coaching Federation (ICF), strengthening connections between global coaching communities and empowering the next generation of coaches.
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