When people get stuck and confused about the direction they’re going in their lives, how in the world does becoming a life coach make it possible to make any difference in their desperate quest? Who Benefits From Life Coaching? It’s part of human nature to query who we are and where are we going. Depending on where we find ourselves in our lives when asking those questions, these questions can be overwhelming, even intimidating. People yearn for balance in their lives. They want their lives to … [Read more...]
Why Become a Coach—Ten Reasons
Five Top Reasons in Answer to The Question: Why Become a Coach? 1. Opportunity to help others: Becoming a coach gives you a chance to help others which is very rewarding. It is a great way to stay intellectually, emotionally and spiritually stimulated while helping others and making a significant and positive contribution to society and your community. 2. Great community: Once you become a coach you will have a amazing community of coaches to become colleagues and friends with. I find all my … [Read more...]
Do Gurus Over Play Inner Game Coaching Claims For Fame?
Inner game coaching claims made by the famous, highly paid gurus promise huge rewards if you just get yourself to believe that you can take charge and leap over a skyscraper like superwoman to rise above any preventing obstacle that has in the past stopped you cold psychologically like your fears, frustrations, and not only these petty frustrations gurus say you can run right over your addictions and attachments that you find it to be very painful to let go. I’ve heard it said that self … [Read more...]
How to Listen When You Become a Life Coach
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...]
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