Creating a successful life coaching business is a lot like mountain climbing.  You need to develop the strength to climb, which is what happens as you hike in the foothills.  At some point as you climb, you’ll likely to experience altitude sickness.  Headache, nausea, vomiting, etc.  You’re body’s reaction to the new environment.  It’s no joking matter, and in fact for many people the only way to get rid of the symptoms is to go back down to the bottom of the mountain.  If you can make it through the first few days, your body will start to adapt.  You’ll become used to the new way of life.  What was once difficult will become easier and you can start climbing to new heights.

You’ll also need supplies.  Supplies for your life coaching business means some way of supporting yourself through the start-up phase.  You’ll need food, shelter, and other miscellaneous business expenses.  Ration your resources and use them wisely.

Develop the right mindset.  If you see a storm coming, take shelter.  Just as you don’t want to become a statistic on the mountain, you don’t want to become a business failure statistic.  Don’t close your eyes to danger, but don’t let obstacles stop you from succeeding.

When you’re in midst of throwing up on the side of the mountain, it can look bleak.  But if you acknowledge yourself for where you’ve come from, and focus on where you want to be you’ll soon find yourself climbing to heights you never dreamed possible.

Colette Seymann

JTS Advisors Bi-Designated Strategy and Accountability Coach