What are the 3 biggest problems with life coaching and how do you become a coach who is prepared to handle any challenge?  The 3 biggest problems with life coaching are not knowing where you are in your path, not knowing your destination, and not having a clear, detailed plan.  Most coaches have one or two of these items covered, but unless all three are mastered the challenges faced on your path to become a coach are likely to throw you off course.

The First of the 3 Biggest Problems With Life Coaching: Not Knowing Your Strengths and Weaknesses

The first of the 3 biggest problems with life coaching is lack of clarity about your strengths and weaknesses as a coach.  If you don’t know what you don’t know, how are you going to learn?  Become a coach who can look at your weaknesses as opportunities for growth, instead of letting your weaknesses discourage you.  Much like a butterfly is able to fly because of the muscles it builds while working to break out of its cocoon, overcoming our weakness and challenges makes us stronger.

The Second of the 3 Biggest Problems With Life Coaching: Not Knowing Where You Are Going

Lack of clarity about where you want to be is the second of the 3 biggest problems with life coaching.  Become a coach who is clear about your ultimate vision and purpose.  Most people have some ideas, but you need your goals to be detailed and in writing.  This part of the process takes more time and soul searching than most people are willing to invest.

The Third of the 3 Biggest Problems With Life Coaching:  Not Knowing How to Get There

The third of the 3 biggest problems with life coaching is lack of a detailed plan.  Most coaches and small businesses run without a business plan.  Some small business owners are so busy working in their business that they fail to take time to work on their business.  Michael Gerber’s The E-Myth explains the key ingredients to developing a prosperous small business.  This book is a great resource for anyone wanting to become a coach.  If you don’t become a coach who knows how to run your business; your business will run you.

Awareness is the first step to overcoming the 3 biggest problems with life coaching.  Now, you are ready to start developing a plan; your detailed map of how to get from where you are to where you want to be, as well as the strategy to make it happen.  By taking the time to complete this process, you will become a coach who is prepared to weather any storm.

Colette Seymann

JTS Advisors Designated Accountability Coach