Business Development

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The 4 Types of Online Programs: How to Know Which One is Best for You

When discussing online program creation with coaches and practitioners, I am inevitably met with a lot of questions and even outright objections about how an online program could possibly work…

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How to Engage in a Successful Media Interview

As a professional coach and the face of your business, you may encounter opportunities to promote your business in the media, including digital and print interviews, radio and podcast appearances,…

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A Guide to Creating a Branding Kit for Your Coaching Practice

Establishing a brand is essential to creating your coaching practice’s identity and a strong, recognizable presence. A brand is a collection of visual elements and core messages that define your…

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Establishing Yourself as a Thought Leader

We all have the ingredients to establish ourselves as thought leaders. As coaches, we develop unique perspectives based on our personal experiences, expertise, and values. These unique perspectives become thought…

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How to Be the Best Spokesperson for Your Coaching Business

As a professional coach, you very well may be the spokesperson and face of your own coaching business. As such, taking advantage of opportunities to share your expertise with the…

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3 Major Reasons You Should Raise Your Coaching Prices Immediately

At some point in your coaching career, you are going to have a conversation with yourself about raising your fees. You know the value of an effective coach. You understand…

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ICF Brand Guidelines and Style Guide

The ICF Brand Style Guide is an essential document for maintaining the consistency and integrity of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) brand. This guide is intended for ICF staff, chapter…

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Empathy is Overrated: How Not Understanding Strengthens Your Practice

My private consulting business was thriving. I loved the work. I relished the flexibility. I assessed, advised, reported, and left. My clients were not accountable to me, nor was I…

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Importance of Emotional Self Regulation in Coaching

Last summer, I had a client who requested some coaching around their father’s recent death after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. At the time, my own father was in…

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Moving From Selling to Ethically Enrolling Clients

What if your coaching practice was fully booked without you ever having to do any sales? Isn’t this what we all dream of? While it almost sounds too good to…

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