If you love helping people solve their problems, then you may have the right stuff to become a life coach.
Understand what a life coach does by researching this profession online and visiting coaching schools and programs.
Good coaches are active listeners who help their clients develop coping skills, goals, and strategies to reach their goals.
Make sure this profession is a match for your temperament and abilities. Sign up for sessions with a life coach to get a deeper understanding.
Interview two to three coaches before making a decision. Choose the one you feel most comfortable with.
Set goals for yourself. Are you interested in coaching occasionally or do you want to earn your living as a life coach?
Research training programs to determine which one best suits your needs and interests. Ask for testimonials from students who graduated.
Get your training from a program accredited by the International Coach Federation in Lexington, Kentucky.
Complete your training at the program you selected.
Begin your new career as a life coach. You’ll find it very rewarding.
Did you know? In 2006, there were more than 15,000 personal and business coaches in the United States.
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Comments (2)
Great graphics in Step 4!
over 2 years ago by HeatherM
maybe i should set a goal first,,,
about 1 year ago by leafly
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