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You have a new client who has asked you for coaching in overall health and wellness. You received the “Getting to Know You Packet” and Pre-Call Coaching Form back from the client, and you notice the client has rated their relationships as a 3 and health as a 5 on the initial health assessment that …Read More
Newer coaches can experience self-doubt as they begin their coaching careers. “Can I coach those in a profession other that the one I have credentials in?” Yes, you can. …Read More
What do the “Great” coaches listen for? Perhaps few other professions are more familiar with the art of active listening than professional coaches. One of the highest compliments paid to great coaches by their clients is, “He/she hears me and isn’t just waiting for their turn to say something.” But for what, exactly, are the …Read More
How do you develop the heart of a coach? One of my favorite books on coaching is Leadership Coaching by Tony Stoltzfus and we list several of his books on our resource page. I believe that developing the heart of a coach is THE core competency of a Christian Life Coach, and this is the …Read More
Hi-Yo Silver, Away! Who was that coach and where did he or she go? God created us for relationship and as Christian Coaches, you cannot try to go the journey alone. Upon completion of the coach training, it is imperative for coaches to stay connected to other coaches. As in any profession, you want to …Read More
How does a coach work with clients to help them make a radical change – a true metamorphose? The Merriam-Webster’s definition of metamorphosis is “ a change by supernatural means”. A change that is truly transformational must start within the heart and work its way outward. It is not always going to be easy and …Read More
Taking that first courageous step toward something we want is often the most difficult. But if we ever want to achieve what it is we desire, it is necessary. Why is the first step so difficult though? What is it that so often hinders us so early on in our journey? The answer is simple, …Read More
What traits do great Christian coaches and great Christian leaders have in common? Although there are many we could identify in this brief blog post, I have chosen to focus on these seven traits: 1. Christ Centered: Christian coaches and leaders recognize Jesus Christ is the Center of their life. Christian coaches and leaders help …Read More
Coaching, mentoring, counseling and consulting are the same: truth or myth? MYTH 1: Coaching is the same as mentoring. Not. Mentors are those individuals who are considered SME’s (subject matter experts) in the areas in which they are supporting others. Mentors have been there and done that and can share how they achieved their success …Read More
As coaches, we support and encourage our clients toward achieving goals in areas where they feel stuck. Many times the reason for feeling stuck is “fear.” Fear of failure, fear of not being sure the timing is right, fear of rejection, and so many other self-sabotaging beliefs are holding them back. Some even fear success. …Read More
