Feb 04
Introducing the new IAPLC membership framework Over the past several years in the IAPLC membership, I’ve had thousands of conversations with certified life coaches at very different stages of their journey. Some are newly certified and asking, “Where do I even start?” Some have been trying for years and are quietly wondering why nothing seems …
Dec 01
I’m going to do a series of articles that connect you to articles from other coaching experts that I have found valuable for your coaching practice. This first one is on hypnotherapy techniques for coaches, from the Transformation Academy blog. Hypnotherapy is a powerful mind–body technique that helps clients access deeper levels of awareness, clarity, …
Nov 01
Does this sound familiar: You begin to write a blog post, and before you know it, your “quick update” has turned into a rambling, 3,000 word novelette that covers everything from where to find a graphic designer to how to design a business card. Now, a 3,000-word blog post can be great for traffic, but …
Aug 05
(and How to Overcome Them) Many coaches know that collaboration could help them grow their business—but they still avoid it. Why? Because mindset blocks often hold them back without them even realizing it. If you’ve ever found yourself resisting the idea of working with other coaches or business owners, this article will help you spot …
Jul 23
When I started my coaching business the last thing I wanted to do was “stand out from the crowd.” That’s probably because I was taught to blend in for most of my life. I was encouraged from an early age to not call attention to myself – the kids who did were considered to be …
Jul 14
I recently visited the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, and I took a lot of photos. It was really like visiting a museum with all the fine art and architecture. To give you some background, George Vanderbilt was the eighth child of William Vanderbilt, who was the second child of Cornelius Vanderbilt, who created …
Apr 30
How Speaking the Right Language Can Help You Convert Leads One of the most important aspects of business is developing a full understanding of your audience so that you can speak their language. When you can do that, you build greater trust with your audience and begin to foster a close community. Getting to know …
Jan 14
How can you turn annoyances into opportunities with the power of thought? Recently, I received an email from my coach about how she overcame a challenge by stepping out of her comfort zone. She was finding another attendee at a spiritual retreat obnoxious. My coach found it difficult to tolerate the person until she suddenly …
Nov 01
Last month we talked about optimizing your sales funnels for increased cash flow. (Read it here.) Today let’s talk about how to elevate your business. Once you’ve got your sales funnels back in full swing, next decide which products can be completed or reworked to bring in more cash. So, let’s examine what you can …
Oct 08
Success Tip: Consistent, regular emails are important at every stage in your customer and client journeys—starting with new subscribers. Plan for regular emails, otherwise you risk them looking at your name and saying: “Who’s she? I don’t remember subscribing.” And in the trash you go, even if they don’t actually unsubscribe. If your tracking …
