“Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.” (Rudyard Kipling) If you have been following this blog on twitter you will have noticed a regular number of quotes tweeted throughout the day. These are quotes that often prompt a response from those reading. It’s not at all unknown for one person to … Read more
When to make a transition to start charging for your coaching? Last week I discussed what’s stopping you from charging for your coaching? This week I want to continue that conversation and look at some different approaches people can take to making the transition to easily asking for an exchange of money? I’m not going … Read more
This was originally published as a bonus article in the Coaching Confidence weekly email during October 2011. To start getting your very own copy each week enter your details under “Don’t miss a thing!” to the right of this page. Crazy combinations When channel hopping on the TV recently I came across an item on … Read more
Are you transitioning, or thinking of moving from being a Non-Coach to a Coach? Are you uncertain about how you will do that? One big problem I’ve noticed that many coaches struggle with is the transition between being a non-coach to a coach. They’re often busy focusing upon what they think they “should” be doing. … Read more
One of the common questions asked by those at the start of their coaching journey is a variation of “How do I move from doing pro-bono/free coaching to charging?” Before I go any further I invite you to consider why I selected the wording of that specific question. For example, one of the variations of … Read more
This was originally published as a bonus article in the Coaching Confidence weekly email during October 2011. To start getting your very own copy each week enter your details under “Don’t miss a thing!” to the right of this page. The self-publicising cat One of our cats appears to have developed a love for self-publicity … Read more
This is the second of two coaching posts with some pointers if you get “stuck” motivating a client. Last week’s coaching post “Coaching and motivating clients, part one” talked about who was asking about motivation, asked what motivation means and assisting your client to tap into their natural desire. Notice the impact of your words … Read more
This was originally published as a bonus article in the Coaching Confidence weekly email during February 2011. To start getting your very own copy each week enter your details under “Don’t miss a thing!” to the right of this page. Laughing babies You may have seen a YouTube clip of a baby laughing as his … Read more