In this special episode of the WHAT? Not Why podcast, Coach Academy Founder Nathalie Blais reflects on the journey that brought our global coaching community to where it is today—and the ripple that continues to expand because of it.Nathalie shares what it means to build a gold standard in coaching: a community of graduates who chose not only to learn, but to stay and lead. Together, our admissions coaches and alumni have turned this movement into something much bigger than certification—a collective belief that coaching changes the way we think, listen, and live.With warmth and candor, Nathalie offers a look behind the scenes of the year that was, the clarity that comes from setting crystal clear goals, and the energy fueling what’s ahead. Her word for the year? Wow.She explores:What’s possible when you move toward your goals every single dayHow coaching clarifies what truly matters—and accelerates resultsThe shift from outcomes as identity to outcomes as feedbackThe ripple effect of community, gratitude, and shared purposeWhy clarity, curiosity, and courage remain the foundation of transformationThis is a moment of reflection, celebration, and vision—a heartfelt thank you to every coach, student, and dreamer shaping the future of this profession.“If I leave you with one thing, it’s this: if nothing else, coaching helps you clarify your goals—and that practice alone can accelerate your possibility of achieving everything you want to achieve in your life.” – Nathalie BlaisChapters00:00 The gold standard in coaching—what that really means04:00 From graduate to guide: the heart of our admissions team08:00 The ripple effect of community12:00 Setting crystal clear goals and why clarity changes everything17:00 Coaching as the language of possibility22:00 Gratitude, reflection, and the energy of wow27:00 What’s next for Coach Academy—and for all of usWhere to Find Coach AcademyWebsite: canadacoachacademy.comNathalie on Instagram: @nathalieblais.ceoNathalie on LinkedIn: @nathalieblaisCoach Academy LinkedIn: @coachacademygroup#CoachingCommunity #Leadership #Clarity #CoachingCulture #CoachAcademy #Gratitude #GoalSetting #EmotionalIntelligence #Mindset #Connection #HumanCentered #ProfessionalCoaching #LanguageOfInfluence #TorontoCoach #GoldStandard #CoachingMovement