Tuesday, August 30. 2005
You Are An Imposter!
Do I have your attention? Yes, you are an imposter- just like the executives you are coaching (or wish you could be coaching).
I’ve spoken with so many coaches that feel they don’t have the background or credentials to coach high level executives. They say they haven’t lived in the corporate world and therefore don’t believe they can (or should) work with executives. Dare they say that they feel like an imposter? Here’s my response- hooey!
When I was appointed Vice President of a Fortune 100 company at a very young age I kept waiting for the memo from my boss that said- “Just kidding! Do you think you are really V.P. material?!” Yes, I was that insecure. I felt like an imposter. Guess what, many (if not most) executives out there feel the same way.
But what does that have to do with you being an imposter? Everything!
Your executive clients (or prospects) are just as insecure than you may be feeling. They feel inadequate, overwhelmed and in over their heads. They don’t feel like they belong and/or deserve what they have achieved.
Rest assured, these people and the companies they work for need you!
Knowing this important fact should put you on equal footing with your executive clients. This should liberate you from feeling like an imposter. Be bold in marketing your services and know that what you bring to the table is sorely needed by countless executives and managers worldwide.
Carpe diem!
I’ve spoken with so many coaches that feel they don’t have the background or credentials to coach high level executives. They say they haven’t lived in the corporate world and therefore don’t believe they can (or should) work with executives. Dare they say that they feel like an imposter? Here’s my response- hooey!
When I was appointed Vice President of a Fortune 100 company at a very young age I kept waiting for the memo from my boss that said- “Just kidding! Do you think you are really V.P. material?!” Yes, I was that insecure. I felt like an imposter. Guess what, many (if not most) executives out there feel the same way.
But what does that have to do with you being an imposter? Everything!
Your executive clients (or prospects) are just as insecure than you may be feeling. They feel inadequate, overwhelmed and in over their heads. They don’t feel like they belong and/or deserve what they have achieved.
Rest assured, these people and the companies they work for need you!
Knowing this important fact should put you on equal footing with your executive clients. This should liberate you from feeling like an imposter. Be bold in marketing your services and know that what you bring to the table is sorely needed by countless executives and managers worldwide.
Carpe diem!
Monday, June 6. 2005
Uncovering Opportunities in Executive Coaching
by A. Drayton Boylston (Guest Author)
Does it all seem so hidden and mysterious?
You hear of executive coaches making excellent money, engaged with great companies, doing substantial work. It may even seem like they're in an exclusive club that you're not allowed to join. Establishing and growing a successful Executive Coaching practice can appear daunting (or even out of reach), but it doesn’t have to.
Let’s see if we can uncover a couple of secrets that will lead to great opportunities for you, right now!
1. Define. Understanding the true definition of Executive Coach can help you to hone in on ways to differentiate yourself from the pack. The sad fact is there are not many people who call themselves Executive Coaches that really are. Executive Coaching is working with business leaders on issues related to their performance and leadership in the business world. Yes, the work can address many “whole life” related issues as it affects their business performance, but the real focus is on values based (my bias here) business success. In the purest sense, Executive Coaching focuses on “profits through people.” Does this define what you do?
2. Refine. Once you determine that you are really committed to focusing on the Executive Coaching space, drill down further to a defined niche. The key here is to design a practice focused on your interests and skills. Figure out what really thrills you and have that determine what specific area to focus on. If a niche does not exist in an area that you really love, fill that need! Design and implement a personal leadership plan that defines a niche that you can call your own. Be bold. After all, isn’t that what you inspire others to do?
The key starting point to this journey is to know yourself extremely well BEFORE you package yourself for the marketplace. Play to your interests, your experience, and your passion. Uncover the opportunity and success will follow
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