When you become a life coach you have the opportunity to give others the gift of listening and silence, which is one of the greatest gifts we can give our clients. So many people in the world are seldom truly heard in their life. People long to be heard, and this is one of the special gifts you, as a coach, can bring to the table. Become a life Coach--Become a Great Listener One of the core competencies required when you become a life coach, is that you become an active listener. Only the … [Read more...]
Can I Become a Life Coach?—You’ve Got to be Kidding.
Consider The Following Questions When Asking Yourself ‘Can I Become a Life Coach?’ Do I have a genuine interest in people? Do I actually want to add value to people’s lives? Am I a good listener? Am I willing to coach even if I don’t make any money? If you answered yes to these questions what are you waiting for? The next step to becoming a life coach is to find a coaching school that resonates with your needs and your pocket book. Overall, coaching methodologies are similar, so find what … [Read more...]
Can Anyone Tell Me the Definition of Coaching?
My musing on the definition of coaching Can you define what a coach is? When thinking about what the definition of coaching is it got me wondering how did we ever get pegged with the title “coach”? The main picture that comes to mind when I think of a coach is a sports coach. You know, the coach is the loud guy on the side lines yelling out commands to the players... the one who pushes them hard through their workouts... the guy who expects more of his players than they think they are capable … [Read more...]
Struggles When You Become a Life Coach
One of the biggest struggles of becoming life coaches. Probably one of the biggest struggle for those who are aspiring to become a life coach is battling negative self chatter—doubts and questions such as: Do I have what it takes to become a life coach? Will people really be willing to pay for my services? Who would really need my help? Will I be able to learn how to market myself? Can the economy support another coach? Do I have the right niche? Is the coach field glutted? Blah, blah, … [Read more...]
The True Meaning Of The Question “How Do I Become a Life Coach?”
Chances are if you are asking the question “how do I become a life coach?” you already are a coach at some level, or are well on your way to becoming one. Most people who become life coaches have been coaching their friends and family for as long as they can remember. So what does the question “how do I become a life coach?” really mean? Does “how do I become a life coach” mean “Do I need formal training?” When someone asks “how do I become a life coach?” it’s often a question about formal … [Read more...]
So just who the hell is YOUR life coach?
That’s right. Who is your life coach? Got an answer? Well here are three good reasons why you had better have a damn good answer to that question – if you ever expect to be a successful coach. Do what I Do – Don’t Waste Your Time Doing what I only Say If you have ever given council to a client, and have them look back at you – look back at you, past your eyes, down deep into your soul – and ask “is that what you would do?” And then you said “Yes.” But it wasn’t what you were actually doing … [Read more...]
How Becoming a New Coach Is Like ‘Bearfooting’ in Alaska
The idea of “Bearfooting” around Alaska is really not so different than embarking on the journey as a new coach. In fact, most successful new coaches are probably already bearfooting without knowing it. According to one of Alaska’s travel magazines, Bear Foot, “Bearfooting” is a verb that means having a good time while on the road. It can also mean a state of mind where the journey is more important than the destination. The Snares of Becoming a New Coach One of the biggest pitfalls of new … [Read more...]
Tough Coaching Questions: Can You Coach Happiness?
One of the most controversial coaching questions is whether coaching can help people reach their goals of being happy? A better coaching question is what is happiness and how do you achieve it. According to Stephen P. Robbins PhD’s book, “The Truth about Managing People and Nothing but the Truth,” there is a happiness gene. Robbins goes on to say that 80 percent of people’s differences in happiness are attributable to their genes. Is Happiness Genetically Determined? Some people are just … [Read more...]
Using Your New Coach Skills On Friends And Family Safely
Why not practice your new coach skills on friends and family? Sure, some people say they know you too well, they’ve changed your diapers, and you’re still just a kid to some of them. I’m not saying coaching everyone in your family would be a fit or that they will pay you; but in some cases you can do a lot of good. New Coach Guidelines For Friends and Family While your mother-in-law might not want your coaching, there will be some people who are at least open to it. When I was a new coach I … [Read more...]
A New Coach Tip: Never Coach Friends and Family
Well of course “never” is a big word. But for the new coach, “never” is a good place to start. As a coach grows in experience and also grows more than a little grey hair, well then it may be a different story. But in the beginning and for now, “never” really is a very good place to start. Friends and Family Knew You “Back When” The fact is – like it or not – your Aunt Josephine DID change your diapers. And your Cousin Fred DID see you cry when your vanilla ice cream fell out of your cone and … [Read more...]
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