How do you define leadership? Is it a skill set? Is it a role? Everyone has their own definition of leadership. The Merriam-Webster Online dictionary defines a leader as "a person who has commanding authority or influence” and leadership as "a position of leader of a group, organization, etc.” That is, of course, how most [...]
In 1996, a young US marine corporal named Joey Mora was standing on a platform of an aircraft carrier patrolling the Iranian Sea. Incredibly, he fell overboard. His absence was not known for 36 hours. A search and rescue mission began, but was given up after another 24 hours. No one could survive [...]
Leadership is influence. Period. The question is not whether you are a leader, but what sort of leader you will be. Leadership in its fullest form is not a one-dimensional approach, but an ever expanding and deepening way of being. We’ll begin to break this down further so that we understand the various spheres or [...]
Wellness coaches focus on the health and wellness of their clients. Given the broad spectrum of areas that fall under the category of wellness coaching, some coaches narrow their focus further. Some wellness coaches might choose to focus on physical fitness while others concentrate on nutrition or self-care. Wellness coaches help clients: Set health and [...]
As a coach, you will face situations throughout your career when it’s necessary to refer a client to a professional counselor. For example, a client may divulge that he or she struggles with a life-controlling problem or a serious mental health issue. Although it can be tempting to blur the lines between coaching and counseling, [...]
Looking for ways to better manage your time? If so, you’re not alone. Time management is a critical skill for running a successful business. But if you’re like most coaches, you went into coaching because you love working with people—not because you’re passionate about running a business. The truth is running a business is hard [...]
No matter how strong your coaching skills, your coaching business will only grow with regular planning and goal setting. A business without a plan will never realize its full potential, not to mention you’re setting yourself up for endless disappointment and frustration. So in an effort to make this your best year yet, consider using [...]
It’s hard to believe it’s that time of year again…a time to reflect on your successes and challenges as a coach and entrepreneur as well as a time to look to the future. In true coaching fashion, here are some powerful questions to help you assess the year behind and chart the course ahead: As [...]
Recent research underscores the role that presence plays in the coaching relationship. While the research was specifically focused on executive presence, we can still learn a great deal from these studies. Consider the ICF core competency describing presence. It states: “Being fully conscious and creating spontaneous relationships with clients, employing a style that is open, [...]