I recently discovered: there’s no such thing as time management. I like productivity. I like checking things off my to-do list. And I absolutely love getting to the end of my day and realizing I got a whole lot accomplished. So it comes natural to me to want to try and do several things at [...]
Coaching continues to extend its reach with more and more churches exploring the ways in which coaching can serve the mission of the church, especially with regards to leadership development. In a culture rife with change, a new breed of leader is rising to the top —one that is culturally aware and not afraid to [...]
As I coach clients, I often wonder: what would Jesus ask? The Gospel of Mark contains a powerful question, which Jesus asked in ancient times. About six years ago, it changed the trajectory of my life. The back story At the age of sixteen, I knew what I wanted to be when I grew up—a [...]
Have you ever considered how emotional intelligence supports your coaching presence? Psychology Today defines emotional intelligence as “the ability to identify and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others.” The International Coach Federation notes a key component of coaching presence (competency #4): “demonstrates confidence in working with strong emotions and can self-manage and [...]
Have you considered adding multiple streams of services and products to build your income? When I started coaching, I imagined I’d make enough money from individual coaching sessions or monthly coaching packages to justify owning my own business. I structured my fees. I found prospects that wanted to do an inquiry session. I converted prospects [...]
Have you ever been in a Mastermind Group where participants fade away and lose momentum? Would you like to be a part of a Mastermind Group that is committed to the process? Consider starting your own Mastermind Group Step 1: Keep it specific Craft a vision statement for your group, which speaks to the specific [...]
When I launched my coaching practice, the secret to charging what you’re worth eluded me. I scanned coaches’ websites. Most didn’t list rates. I talked to coaches. Most gave me a wide range of fees. So I picked a price, based on my level of experience, and scheduled inquiry calls. You know how it goes—everything [...]
I reached a point in my coaching practice where I felt locked up. And while I knew there was a way out, I simply couldn’t find it. I’m not even sure I knew where to find the lock, never mind that I couldn’t locate the first key to freedom. Me. A coach. A person called [...]
Do you work hard at living forward: investing time, energy, talent and money into projects, yet it feels like nothing gets accomplished? Are you ready to give up because you’re frustrated, overwhelmed and exhausted? If you answered yes to either or both, it might be time to create a life plan. Where to Start It [...]
Most mid-life career changers tend to think about what they have done in the past to shape their next career. They take those experiences and find a job to which they can apply learned skills. But what if there was a different approach that might actually land them their dream job? Powerful Question #1 If [...]