Talking about Coaching

The conversation explores the fear of failure and rejection that many coaches experience, which prevents them from putting themselves out there and being visible. The hosts discuss the mindset and skill development needed to overcome this fear. They emphasize the importance of taking small steps, reframing failure as a learning opportunity, and shifting the focus from outcomes to the process. They also highlight the need to understand that a 'no' does not necessarily mean personal rejection. Overall, the conversation provides insights and strategies to help coaches overcome their fear and become more visible.Keywordscoaching, fear of failure, fear of rejection, imposter syndrome, mindset, skill development, small steps, reframing failure, focus on process, understanding 'no'TakeawaysThe fear of failure and rejection can prevent coaches from being visible and offering their services.Taking small steps and gradually building confidence can help coaches overcome their fear.Reframing failure as a learning opportunity and focusing on the process rather than the outcome can alleviate the fear of failure.Understanding that a 'no' does not necessarily mean personal rejection can help coaches handle rejection more effectively.Chapters00:00 Introduction and the Question of Fear and Rejection01:16 The Imposter Syndrome and Fear of Failure05:07 Taking Small Steps and Building Confidence08:02 Exploring the Story and Shifting Mindset11:03 Reframing Failure as a Learning Opportunity13:14 Understanding the Meaning of 'No'14:49 Focus on the Process and Continuous Learning15:43 Conclusion____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

The conversation explores the topic of self-disclosure in coaching. The hosts discuss the traditional approach of not disclosing anything about oneself and the potential benefits of sharing personal experiences. They emphasize the importance of maintaining focus on the client and being mindful of the intention behind self-disclosure. The conversation also touches on the potential risks and pitfalls of self-disclosure, such as projecting one's own experiences onto the client. Overall, the hosts suggest that self-disclosure can deepen the human-to-human connection in coaching, but it should be done thoughtfully and with the client's best interests in mind.Keywordscoaching, self-disclosure, client focus, human connection, intention, risks, benefitsTakeawaysSelf-disclosure in coaching can deepen the human-to-human connection and build trust.It is important to maintain focus on the client and be mindful of the intention behind self-disclosure.Self-disclosure should be done thoughtfully and with the client's best interests in mind.There are potential risks and pitfalls of self-disclosure, such as projecting one's own experiences onto the client.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Question00:30 Traditional Approach to Self-Disclosure in Coaching01:28 The Importance of Human-to-Human Connection03:02 Personal Examples of Self-Disclosure06:27 Different Types of Sharing09:07 Being Mindful of the Relevance and Usefulness of Sharing12:26 The Potential Power of Self-Disclosure15:33 Differentiating Between Personal Experience and Client Focus26:53 Closing Thoughts____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

To celebrate the launch of the online self-study version of my "Introduction to Existential Coaching" training, I'm very happy to finally release the first episode of my "Global Perspectives on Existential Coaching" series with Mexican Existential Coach and Therapist Yaqui Andres Martinez Robles, recorded at Yaqui's school in Mexico City in 2021.In this series of conversations with global thought leaders in existential coaching, Yannick Jacob, author of An Introduction to Existential Coaching, aims to broaden the scope of what existential coaching has to offer to the world. In this episode we're talking to Yaqui Andres Martinez Robles from Mexico City. Yaqui Andrés Martínez (PhD, PsyD, MA) is a mexican psychologist, Relational Gestalt Therapist, Existential Therapist and psychedelic integration therapist. Founder and Director of the Círculo de Estudios en Terapia Existencial, México and Colombia. Author of four books, and many articles on Gestalt Therapy for different journals. He works as a Gestalt and Existential therapist in México since 1996. Yaqui says: "I'm an Existential and Gestalt therapist, with a special interest in music. I'm a husband and with my wife we're "parents" of two beautiful cats. I like to play electric guitar. I'm also a speaker and trainer in some institutes around the world, teaching gestalt, group therapy and existential therapy. I have written five books on topics around existential therapy. I'm Honorary President of the Latin American Association for Existential Therapy. I'm founder and CEO of an Institute in Mexico were we offer training and a Masters degree in Existential Therapy. Since 2018 I'm offering Psychedelic Integration Therapy"_____________________________Never miss an episode by signing up to our mailing list:https://rocketsupervision.com/talking-about-coaching/Continue the conversation - Join the community!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/talkingaboutcoaching     Whatsapp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLEWkFImuk60UQO2JA8HpA Find more deep dives here.Short episodes of Talking about Coaching addressing specific questions are here.You can also find us on all major podcast platforms.If you'd like to support what we do, please consider a positive review, leave a comment or tell a friend or colleague about this episode.__You can see COACHING DEMOS from many of our podcast guests as part of Yannick's Coaching Lab. In the Lab you’re a “fly on the wall” for a 45min live coaching demo followed by Q&A and conversations with the coach and client and (optional) experimental breakouts in triads. Members of the Lab can re-watch recordings of sessions they’ve missed and VIP Members have access to the entire Vault of available coaching demos: https://gocoachinglab.com- 3 FREE taster sessions available via https://rocketsupervision.com/coaching-lab-coaching-sessions/ Thanks for being a coach. You're making the world a better place!Support the show

Consultations arguably are the most important conversation coaches have with their clients, as they are instrumental in whether we will have more conversations or not. Without more conversations, we cannot help anyone. So in this conversation, Yannick and Siwash discuss the importance of consultations in coaching and the key elements of a successful discovery call: Having a plan, why we should stop trying to convince anyone, how we can manage time and structure, how to best set goals and avoid goal setting pitfalls, and how we can engage the client’s emotions and senses to create a powerful experience that makes it more likely that the client will want to move forward with coaching. We talk about the importance of exploring the cost of inaction and emphasize the need for coaches to slow down and create a safe space for clients and why it’s so important to respect their autonomy, rather than trying to influence them. The conversation concludes with a reminder to focus on building long-term relationships rather than just transactional interactions.Keywordscoaching, consultations, discovery call, goal setting, assessing, time management, structure, flexibility, cost of inaction, exploring emotions, serving vs pleasing, respecting autonomy, long-term relationshipsTakeawaysConsultations are crucial in coaching as they open the doors to potential coaching relationships.A discovery call involves setting goals, understanding the current situation, and identifying challenges.Engaging the client's emotions and senses in goal setting is important for creating a powerful coaching experience.Shifting from convincing to assessing helps create a sense of trust and authenticity in the conversation.Having a plan, managing time effectively, and being flexible in the conversation are key elements of a successful consultation. Explore the cost of inaction with clients and ask them how they would feel if they're in the same place years from now.Create a safe space for clients to explore their emotions and make decisions.Focus on serving clients rather than pleasing them and respect their autonomy.Build long-term relationships with clients and prioritize the value of the relationship over the transactional time spent.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Importance of Consultations11:30 Engaging Emotions and Senses in Goal Setting34:18 Exploring the Cost of Inaction44:24 Building Long-Term RelationshipsSee alsoEpisode 62 - The DOs and DON’Ts of a coaching consultationEpisode 16 - Am I giving too much value during my coaching consultations?____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Yannick and Siwash discuss whether coaches who have just finished their coaching qualification are ready to take on paid clients. They address the hesitancy coaches often feel about charging for their services and provide insights on when and how to start charging. They emphasize that everyone can charge for their time and that clients want to invest in their own journey. The conversation also explores the importance of transparency, setting up a review process, and overcoming personal money stories.TakeawaysCoaches who have just finished their coaching qualification are ready to take on paid clients.Everyone can charge for their time, regardless of their level of experience as a coach.Starting with free sessions and then reviewing the value provided can help coaches gain confidence and determine their rates.Clients want to give something back and feel more committed when they invest monetarily in the coaching relationship.Coaches should be transparent about their charging process and be open to non-monetary forms of repayment.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:32 Hesitancy in Charging Clients01:30 Everyone Can Charge for Their Time03:25 The Importance of Monetary Investment05:23 Starting with Free Sessions06:26 Setting Up a Review Process07:33 Clients Want to Give Something Back08:02 Playing a Game to Overcome Money Concerns09:29 Being Transparent About Charging10:07 Charging as a Coach in Training11:03 Receiving Non-Monetary Repayment12:39 Dealing with Personal Money Stories15:03 Closing and Call for Conversation____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

The conversation explores the question of whether to lead with problems or results when selling coaching services. Yannick and Siwash discuss the effectiveness of selling a solution to a problem and the alignment with positive psychology. They also explore the power of leading with a vision and inspiring clients to move towards their desired outcomes. The conversation delves into the different approaches of being a painkiller or a vitamin, and the importance of choosing the type of clients and work that align with one's values. The hosts also discuss the five stages of awareness and how to create content for each stage. The conversation concludes by emphasizing the importance of finding a marketing frequency that works for each coach.TakeawaysSelling a solution to a problem can be effective, but it may not align with positive psychology and the desire to inspire clients towards their dreams and aspirations.Leading with a vision and focusing on the desired outcome can be more powerful and impactful in the long run.There is no one right way to sell coaching services, and it depends on the type of clients and work that align with one's values and goals.Understanding the five stages of awareness (unaware, problem aware, solution aware, product aware, and most aware) can help in creating targeted marketing content for different stages of the customer journey.Finding a marketing frequency that works for each individual is important, and it is not necessary to constantly create new content but rather focus on creating valuable and impactful content.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Question01:09 Selling with Problem Focus02:07 Positive Psychology and Vision Focus03:04 Tapping into Positive Experiences04:28 Combining Problem and Vision Focus05:03 Being the Painkiller or the Vitamin06:29 Choosing the Type of Clients and Work07:39 Different Approaches for Different Coaches08:13 Focusing on the Desired Outcome09:46 Leading with Vision and Meaning11:24 Long-Term Impact and Lifelong Work13:09 The Five Stages of Awareness15:18 Creating Content for Different Stages20:40 Inviting People to Take the Journey25:02 Choosing the Frequency of Marketing26:24 Conclusion____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

In this conversation, Siawash and Yannick discuss the question of whether holding space is enough to create results in coaching. They explore the importance of holding space and being fully present as a coach, as well as the practice of holding space effectively. They also discuss the balance between doing less and doing more in coaching, and the role of action and intervention. The conversation delves into different philosophies on intervention and the importance of including the client in the decision-making process. The episode concludes with a reflection on the coach's motivations and the different perspectives on coaching.TakeawaysHolding space is an essential aspect of coaching, allowing clients to do their best thinking and tune into themselves.Doing less can often be more effective in coaching, as it allows clients to tap into their own resources and find their own answers.Intervention and action can be valuable in coaching, but it is important to consider the client's needs and preferences.Including the client in the decision-making process and checking in with them regularly can help ensure that the coaching is aligned with their goals and expectations.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:49 The Importance of Holding Space03:20 The Practice of Holding Space05:17 Doing Less is Doing More06:40 The Role of Action and Intervention08:08 The Power of Asking Questions09:34 Adapting to the Client's Needs11:00 Different Philosophies on Intervention12:14 Making Decisions as a Coach14:08 The Client's Expectations15:12 Including the Client in the Process17:11 Reflecting on the Coaching Session18:39 Exploring the Coach's Motivations19:36 The Coach-Client Partnership21:38 Different Perspectives on Coaching22:12 Conclusion____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

The question of how far coaches can go is an increasingly pertinent one. The limits and boundaries around what coaching is and can be quite blurry. In today’s episode of talking about coaching our resident coaches Yannick, Siawash and Nicki discuss whether coaching is the right approach to support someone who’s lost a loved one, or grieving some other significant loss or ending, or whether that sort of work is best left to a therapist. The episode with grief coaching expert Julia Menaul that Yannick referenced can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDweULQZqEg&list=PLEK9UENWT66CUcOyiLjUuEZ6281D6A47M&index=31&t=10s&pp=gAQBiAQB See also: Episode 08 - What if my coaching client needs therapy?_____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

It is not uncommon that coaches have dual relationships with their clients. The coaching client may also be a colleague, a parent from the community, or a friend of a friend that they sometimes meet in social circles. Some coaches even coach family members or close friends. And sometimes it’s difficult to tell at what point we’re crossing the line between being a friend and coaching a friend. In this episode our resident coaches Nicki, Yannick and Siawash explore the benefits and pitfalls of coaching people who are close to us, as well as the ethics involved in such relationships. _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Many coaches are thinking about, or experimenting with scaling their coaching business to reach more people. But once we market at scale, many of us coaches find ourselves stretched too thin in the face of having to create content, write, sell, and engage a growing social media. If you’re committed to still be the one who’s delivering the work, it can feel impossible grow the business unless you’re working with a team. And once you hire content creators, copy writers or sales people, it’s inevitable that your business is not going to feel 100% like you anymore. The copy doesn’t quite sound like you anymore, the content may be not be exactly what you had in mind, and the website would look different if you had designed it yourself. This presents a number of challenges for those with high values of authenticity, and so in today’s episode of Talking about Coaching our resident coaches Siawash, Yannick and Nicki go on a personal quest to share their experiences, advice, and curiosities around what it takes to scale authentically in an effort to serve more people, but without losing your integrity in the process.See also: Episode 24 - How can I scale my coaching business? Episode 38 - Do I need to be obsessed or grind long hours to be a successful coach? _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Working with a coaching supervisor is the gold standard of maintaining professional standards, figuring out ethical dilemmas, and to continuously grow as a coach. Most coaches look up to their supervisor as someone that they respect and whose approach to working with people they would want to emanate. You could say that a coach doesn’t have to have experience in their client’s area in order to coach them well. Could you also say that a supervisor doesn’t need to be someone with experience in your style of coaching in order to supervise you well? Or is a coaching supervisor invariably someone who’s further ahead on your journey, and hence always some sort of role model for your own practice? And what then would be the difference to mentoring? In this episode of talking about coaching our resident coaches Yannick, Siawash and Nicki will be discussing the role of supervision and the role of a coaching supervisor. _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Daniel asked us whether coaching still works if the clients aren’t paying any money for the coaching. This applies to pro-bono coaching and also to circumstances like Daniel’s where it’s not appropriate to charge due to how coaching has been set up within the organisation or institution. In this episode of Talking about Coaching, Nicki, Siawash and Yannick hence discuss the crucial importance of commitment in the coaching relationship, and what other ways there are besides money to create commitment. _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Metaphors can be a powerful way to unlock your clients’ thinking and progress in a coaching session. In this episode, our resident coaches Nicki, Siawash and Yannick discuss how to work with metaphors in coaching. _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Following question was sent in: “Hi guys. Would love to hear your take on "money back guarantee" policy for your coaching. And possibly why you choose to implement it in a particular way.” So here we are, talking about whether money back guarantees are a great way to create the kind of confidence that gets clients through the door, or whether they add a huge weight to coaches and make it difficult to stay present and let the client do the work. _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Welcome to this episode of Talking about Coaching, the podcast from coaches for coaches. This episode is one of Yannick's deep dives into one topic or person and we're talking to Clare Norman. "With over 20 years of coaching experience, Clare is highly sought after by other expert coaches, as well as successful coach training companies as a Master Mentor Coach. Clare looks to continually sharpen individuals’ coaching edge and upskill mentor coaches so they can deliver high-quality feedback to their coaches-in-development. Her laser focus on mindset shifts and her knack for spotting marginal gains has made her a go-to person for coaches looking for mentorship and practical, meaningful ways to improve their practice.With an international following from both her coaching peers and senior leadership, Clare is making a difference to the world of work via the professional application of coaching. Her mission across all her work is to encourage leaders to put people and the planet before profits. "_____________________________Continue the conversation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/talkingaboutcoaching     Whatsapp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLEWkFImuk60UQO2JA8HpA Find more deep dives into coaching athttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEK9UENWT66D6uqPJhCznXNhc9Ba9jiteShort episodes of Talking about Coaching addressing specific questions: https://www.youtube.com/talkingaboutcoaching You can also find us on all major podcast platforms.If you'd like to support what we do, please consider a positive review, leave a comment or tell a friend or colleague about this episode.You can also become a Patreon athttps://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoachingYou can see COACHING DEMOS from many of our podcast guests as part of Yannick's Coaching Lab. In the Lab you’re a “fly on the wall” for a 45min live coaching demo followed by Q&A and conversations with the coach and client and (optional) experimental breakouts in triads. Members of the Lab can re-watch recordings of sessions they’ve missed and VIP Members have access to the entire Vault of available coaching demos:- Become a member: https://gocoachinglab.com/- Check out upcoming Labs:https://bit.ly/FutureCoachingLabsThanks for being a coach. You're making the world a better place!Support the show

Sounds a little click-baitey perhaps, but we thought it was time to tackle this question head-on. With a number of episodes on related topics you will find plenty of practical tips on how to grow your business, and we may well do a more classical series of practical advice on how to get 6 figures in your coaching business, but today we wanted to shine a light on the question itself, what it means to be a 6-figure coach, why that may or may not be important to someone, and what’s crucial to reflect on before committing yourself to such a journey. Our resident coaches Siawash and Yannick both turn over well over the minimum threshold (though with quite different mindset around the topic), and Nicki has never really found such figures appealing or worth striving for, so in best TaC style we’re sharing our different perspectives on the topic and hope you’ll find it helpful!See also: Episode 32 - I want to charge more, but I don't feel confident that I'm worth it. Help!Episode 34 - How can I create a steady stream of clients? _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Here’s the full question we’ve received from SY, which I took some editorial liberty with. They asked: “I feel like a fraud sometimes when I'm coaching others on topics that I personally struggle with. I know my coachees are the expert of their own life and I am not a mentor, but can't help feeling a little ashamed/ fear of being judged when I am not at a flourishing, thriving state.”So here we are talking about feeling like an imposter when we feel we don’t have all our ducks in a row, or aren’t quite as aligned to ourselves as we feel we are expected to be. _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

The question came up in a recent Coaching Cabinet and lots of helpful advice was offered to a coach who’s just starting out, so we figured we’d add to that list and share a few rounds of things we would have liked to have known when we started out as coaches, and some learnings that we’ve gathered along the way. See also:Episode 01 - Is it important to be qualified, accredited and certified?Episode 05 - How much should I charge for coaching?_____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Our colleague Steffano asked us about what to do differently when clients seem excited about working together, but then fall off the bandwagon in the weeks following the consultation. So in this episode of Talking about Coaching our resident coaches Siawash, Nicki and Yannick discuss the DOs and DON’Ts of that first conversation with a prospective client. We share a very much non-exhaustive list of relevant theory mixed with our own experience of what works and what doesn’t when it comes to successfully signing up new coaching clients. See also: Episode 16 - Am I giving too much value during my coaching consultations?Episode 32 - I want to charge more, but I don't feel confident that I'm worth it. Help!_____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show

Stephen brought up the question around preparing for coaching sessions. While it can be helpful to have a set of questions, tools or exercises on hand, it can also distract from being fully present. Moving beyond how to prepare yourself as a coach mentally for a session (see episode 19), in today’s session our resident coaches Yannick, Siawash and Nicki are discussing the benefits and pitfalls of preparing content and questions for your client.  See also: Episode 19 - How do you prepare for a coaching session?Episode 36 - How do you start a coaching session? _____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show