Many consultants offer their services and might not be sure how to refer to what they offer: training, coaching, mentoring? There are similarities in these services, ways in which they overlap, and yet there are clear differences in approach and definition between the three. Here Are the Similarities in Training, Coaching, Mentoring Those of us involved in any of these practices do it in service to others. As a coach, I want to impart my experiences, expertise, and understanding of certain … [Read more...]
To Become a Spiritual Coach or Not?
The phrase ‘become a spiritual coach’ could be threatening, or scary, or not even something you’d want to consider. After all, coaching is about holding your clients accountable, supporting them in moving forward, helping them become successful in their lives. That can be done by using a step by step method that is very straight forward, taking them from point A to point B. Generally the client is expected to reach a tangible result like a new job, more money, a car, etc. Isn’t this enough? How … [Read more...]
As The Success Coach Do You Approach Your Clients Like You’re An Angel Investor?
It may not seem that as the success coach, your job has anything to do with angel investing. After all, isn’t an angel investor someone who backs a business with a nice investment of money? Seems a bit backwards since you’re probably the one getting paid by your client, rather than the other way around. But consider what you do and maybe you’ll agree that the success coaching approach is strikingly similar to angel investing in many ways. What Drives an Angel Investor to Back a … [Read more...]
Are You The Success Coach or An Angel Investor?
It may not seem that as the success coach, your job has anything to do with angel investing. After all, isn’t an angel investor someone who backs a business with a nice investment of money? Seems a bit backwards since you’re probably the one getting paid by your client, rather than the other way around. But consider what you do and maybe you’ll agree that the success coaching approach is strikingly similar to angel investing in many ways. What Drives an Angel Investor to Back a … [Read more...]
How to Become A Certified Relationship Coach and Fill a Real Need
Have you ever wondered how to become a certified relationship coach? Maybe you’ve had great luck in relationships. Or maybe you just know the keys to making relationships work. Are you thinking about becoming a coach? Maybe you’re already coaching others and want to expand your practice to address relationship issues. I don’t know about you, but relationships are at the top of my list when it comes to affecting my life. Many of my friends and family want to know how to make their … [Read more...]
My Personal Coach is Like the Statue of Liberty
If you haven’t already heard, the Statue of Liberty is closing down in October for renovations, the day after her 125th birthday. During the year-long closure, her insides will be restructured, spruced up and brought to code. How would you like to stop all that you’re doing and let someone renovate you, kind of like the Statue of Liberty? For me, I can’t wait to meet each week with If you haven’t already heard, the Statue of Liberty is closing down in October for renovations, the day after … [Read more...]
Coaching Tips: Being an Amazing Coach!
Without a doubt, the most important coaching tips I learned in my life coaches training were about how critically important it is to maintain a conscious presence in each coaching session, and this is attained by practicing first-rate self care and personal management. The key coaching questions to ask, outstanding inquiries to pose, and remarkable processes to use can fall flat if I don’t approach each session with my own tank filled to the max! Self Management is the Key It takes just a few … [Read more...]
Careers in Wellness Coaching: Real Alchemy
Opportunities abound out there for careers in wellness coaching. Wellness coaches work with individuals and groups in supporting them to engage in healthy living. This includes areas of health such as weight management, fitness, diabetes management, nutrition, and others that impact an individual’s health. You can work individually with clients and support their healthy lifestyle changes; or work for a coaching company that contracts wellness coaching to corporations; or you can work directly … [Read more...]
Integrating Coaching and Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology is a fairly new approach, and the alliance between coaching and positive psychology is a natural one. Positive psychology is the scientific exploration of the conditions and processes that lead to optimal health, well being, and performance. It is an applied science that has a developed body of research, theory and practical tools. The Connection Between Coaching and Positive Psychology As a coach, you know that your clients are their own greatest resource. You help them … [Read more...]
