Success Coaching

If I get a dime for every time that I am introduced to a "Success" or "Life" or "Transition" coach, then I will soon be driving a new Bentley.

Today I met a room full of coaches in the above genres. Each person that has raised a child and now has a successful son/daughter seems to think that he or she is a qualified Life, Success and Transition coach. Similarly, many people who have been laid off believe they are now qualified to coach other people.

I certainly have news for untrained, unqualified and clueless coaches. When you have survived parenthood, it means that you have survived parenthood. If you have been laid off (and who hasn't?) then it means you have been laid off. Neither situation implies that I want to model my life or take advice from you, or even care about your psychological issues. See a therapist - don't try to convince me that you are the best coach in the world.

Disclaimer - there are many very good qualified coaches helping clients every day. It is hard to determine at face value whether a coach is a wannabe or bona- fide coach. Look for ICF Accreditation to help you select a coach.