Episode 335: Bonus Episode for Coaches

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I don’t very often write about or talk on the podcast specifically to coaches. Personal development is my game, BUT, I know there is a decent amount of you that listen to the podcast as well as those of you who are interested in pursuing this profession.  </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">First, the world needs more great coaches. This pandemic has whispered in all of our ears how precious and fragile life is, that no one gets out of here alive, and the time to live our lives is NOW. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Second, many newer coaches might be worried their business isn’t viable right now. You may believe that life coaching is a luxury afforded to few. But, just like there are many ways to coach, there are many ways to offer value and help your clients and audience.    </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And before I jump in, we do offer consulting here (both with me and my team),</span> <a href= "http://yourkickasslife.com/consulting" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">click here if you’re interested</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here are ten things I highly recommend doing if you are in the beginning stages of your coaching business, and many of those hold true even if you’re a seasoned coach. </span></p> <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Get training.</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Since the coaching industry is currently unregulated, anyone can call themselves a coach, hang a shingle outside and be open for business. And I know some good coaches who have no training, only years of experience. However, coaching requires specific skills that matter for your clients. Plus, clients tend to bring emotional and heavy topics to sessions, and an untrained coach can end up causing more harm than good. So, please, get trained. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Get support.</strong> <span style="font-weig