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Cision Canada
27-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
EZRA & MICROSOFT SET GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ TITLE BY COACHING NEARLY 5,000 EMPLOYEES
NEW YORK, May 27, 2025 /CNW/ -- EZRA, the digital coaching platform, has set the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title alongside Microsoft for the most people to complete a business coaching programme in one year after engaging with 4,816 Microsoft employees in virtual coaching sessions. The programme was designed by EZRA to make career development the primary reason for employees to stay at Microsoft. While it achieved World Record status along the way, the tangible business results and effect on the people involved are staggering: Core career behaviours increased by 34% including: 51% increase in ability to define career steps 37% increase in articulating goals Increases in ambition, skill development, and network-building in 27% of participants Career confidence rose by 14% Participants gaining greater awareness of available resources (+16%) understanding of internal options (+16%), and confidence to apply for new roles (+13%) Career conversations with managers also improved by 15% And the quality stayed consistent: Microsoft employees gave EZRA coaches an average rating of 98%. Nick Goldberg, founder and CEO, EZRA says: "Microsoft is making career development the number one reason for people to join and stay. And we're proud to help them do it. We've worked with Microsoft for four years and know each other well. This programme is a great example of how we work with global companies to give them a customised, yet scalable, experience." "A GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title shows that we're achieving something nobody else is." The GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for "The most people to complete a business coaching program in one year" was presented at an EZRA and Microsoft event on AI upskilling in London on April 28 th. Ready for those record-breaking numbers? In one year EZRA: Coached 4,816 Microsoft employees Ran 13,704 individual coaching sessions, an average 430 a week across 80 countries Engaged with 294 of EZRA's International Coaching Federation Accredited coaches Panos Malakoudis, coaching centre of excellence lead at Microsoft, says: "Our career coaching programme is an industry first, offering personalized support to over 70,000 employees worldwide. What sets this programme apart is its approach to democratizing coaching and supporting employee development within large organisations. With EZRA's support, we're redefining the standard for integrating learning with work, and making career development a priority for our people." How does this help Microsoft achieve their goals? EZRA runs the 1:1 coaching part of Microsoft's wider in-house coaching programme. They offer their teams internal and external coaching, group and individual sessions and the chance to qualify as coaches themselves. In total, the tech company is offering a 12-week coaching programme to 70,000 people. These sessions are all supplemented with exercises and advice held on Microsoft Teams, an added element which 83% of people are finding valuable. Results of EZRA's 1:1 coaching at Microsoft: 18% more people understand their career options in the company 38% more people can define the next step in their career 13% more people feeling confident to apply for an internal job 11% more people can see a long-term future at Microsoft 68 internal coaches achieved ICF Level 1 certification, bringing the total to 115 About EZRA A leading global virtual coaching and learning provider, EZRA is revolutionizing the way businesses approach employee development by leveraging the power of behavioral science to break down barriers and make professional coaching accessible to everyone. Through its global network of over 2,000 world-class, accredited coaches, EZRA has already helped thousands of companies and teams across 127 countries quantifiably improve performance, employee retention and promotion rates with more than 600,000 sessions delivered. Companies using EZRA today include AstraZeneca, Coca-Cola, General Electric, Kraft Heinz, Microsoft and Spotify. Established in 2019, EZRA is the coaching arm of LHH, part of The Adecco Group, the world's leading talent advisory and solutions company.
Cision Canada
15-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Chaos to Clarity: Business Strategist Launches CLIMB Framework to Tackle Burnout and Stabilize Coaches' Growth
Industry Strategist Katie Hahn Launches Groundbreaking Program to Address Burnout, Operational Chaos, and Inconsistent Income Among Women Entrepreneurs TOLEDO, Ohio, May 15, 2025 /CNW/ -- As the global coaching industry ascends to around $6.25 billion in 2024 in value and women continue to dominate online coaching spaces, a critical gap has emerged: the lack of operational and strategic infrastructure needed to sustain that growth. Today, seasoned business strategist Katie Hahn announces the launch of The CLIMB Framework — a comprehensive, systems-based program designed to help women-led coaching businesses stabilize, scale, and thrive without burnout. While the coaching space is booming in visibility, data paints a sobering picture behind the scenes. According to a report by the International Coaching Federation, approximately 72% of coach practitioners globally are women. Many are highly skilled in their craft, but struggle with the business backend — from clunky tech stacks to unclear offers to reactive sales processes. "We're in a time where more women than ever are stepping into entrepreneurship, but most are still running their businesses with hustle and guesswork. CLIMB meets that moment with clarity and strategy." said Hahn. The CLIMB Framework is built around five strategic pillars: C – Clarify your business model & client strategy L – Leverage systems & automation for stability I – Implement key metrics that drive growth M – Measure & optimize sales performance B – Benchmark for continuous improvement CLIMB isn't just tactical, it's transformational. The program includes a digital workbook, weekly live training, and a peer-supported community, giving women coaches the tools and accountability to lead their business like a CEO. Designed for service-based entrepreneurs ready to move out of survival mode, CLIMB speaks to post-pandemic shifts in business expectations where women are no longer chasing hustle culture, but demanding freedom, clarity, and predictable income. "CLIMB isn't just a framework—it's a roadmap out of burnout. It gives women the structure and confidence they need to grow without sacrificing freedom," says Hahn.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chaos to Clarity: Business Strategist Launches CLIMB Framework to Tackle Burnout and Stabilize Coaches' Growth
Industry Strategist Katie Hahn Launches Groundbreaking Program to Address Burnout, Operational Chaos, and Inconsistent Income Among Women Entrepreneurs TOLEDO, Ohio, May 15, 2025 /CNW/ -- As the global coaching industry ascends to around $6.25 billion in 2024 in value and women continue to dominate online coaching spaces, a critical gap has emerged: the lack of operational and strategic infrastructure needed to sustain that growth. Today, seasoned business strategist Katie Hahn announces the launch of The CLIMB Framework — a comprehensive, systems-based program designed to help women-led coaching businesses stabilize, scale, and thrive without burnout. While the coaching space is booming in visibility, data paints a sobering picture behind the scenes. According to a report by the International Coaching Federation, approximately 72% of coach practitioners globally are women. Many are highly skilled in their craft, but struggle with the business backend — from clunky tech stacks to unclear offers to reactive sales processes. "We're in a time where more women than ever are stepping into entrepreneurship, but most are still running their businesses with hustle and guesswork. CLIMB meets that moment with clarity and strategy." said Hahn. The CLIMB Framework is built around five strategic pillars: C – Clarify your business model & client strategy L – Leverage systems & automation for stability I – Implement key metrics that drive growth M – Measure & optimize sales performance B – Benchmark for continuous improvement CLIMB isn't just tactical, it's transformational. The program includes a digital workbook, weekly live training, and a peer-supported community, giving women coaches the tools and accountability to lead their business like a CEO. Designed for service-based entrepreneurs ready to move out of survival mode, CLIMB speaks to post-pandemic shifts in business expectations where women are no longer chasing hustle culture, but demanding freedom, clarity, and predictable income. "CLIMB isn't just a framework—it's a roadmap out of burnout. It gives women the structure and confidence they need to grow without sacrificing freedom," says Hahn. To book a free clarity session, visit: About Katie HahnKatie Hahn is a business strategist with 16+ years of experience in operations, consulting, and sales leadership. She now helps women coaches streamline systems, simplify sales, and scale sustainably through her signature CLIMB Framework. Katie is known for turning business chaos into clarity—empowering entrepreneurs to grow with confidence, structure, and freedom. Contact: Hello@ Photo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Katie Hahn View original content to download multimedia:
