"Life Coach" Defined: Merriam-Webster Gets It Wrong

Merriam-Webster Dictionary recently published its definition of “Life Coach.” Unfortunately, they got it wrong. While it’s gratifying to have our profession recognized, the critical noun they used to define it is woefully inaccurate. Webster’s Dictionary defines “Life Coach” as "(noun) an advisor who helps people make decisions, set and reach goals, or deal with problems." [...]

By |2013-09-02T07:58:46-05:00September 2nd, 2013|Articles|

Advice for Starting Your Coaching Business

“It’s easier to steer a moving vehicle.” That’s the response I give to questions about how to effectively launch a coaching business. It may sound trite and even foolish but, truly, my best advice when starting your coaching business is simply to start. Engage people you already know in conversations about how coaching could help [...]

By |2013-08-27T08:39:42-05:00August 27th, 2013|Articles|

Growing Your Coaching Business in Tough Economic Times

"I’m afraid people won’t pay for coaching now. They can’t afford it, and unemployment is too high." I’ve heard these words repeatedly over the past couple of years, and based on what I see in the news, I understand why. It’s conventional wisdom. “Everybody knows it.” The problem is this: It is simply, and absolutely, [...]

By |2013-08-20T07:49:36-05:00August 20th, 2013|Articles|