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Mentor Coach Q & A Library
Below are previously answered questions from the coaching community. Check back often as this library grows every week.
Does it take past and present life experiences to be a great coach or is it just a natural gift?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers...
How do I choose a coach training school that gives me the essentials and ongoing collaboration?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
Does it take past and present life experiences to be a great coach or is it just a natural gift?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers...
What guidelines do I use for setting fees?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger, M.D. answers...
Many coaches have degrees in psychology or some other PhD. What about those of us that don't have a degree?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Life Coaching seems very close to therapy. Are the lines blurred on occassion?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger, M.D. answers...
What is the single most important quality or trait a new coach must possess in order to be successful?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers...
What process do you use to identify a market that you want to pursue for your coaching practice?
Mentor Coach, Rhonda Hess answers...
What exactly does a life coach do?
Mentor Coach, Jackie Black, Ph.D. answers...
I am brand new to coaching, what's the best way to overcome the question "How long have you been coaching?"
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
What do you know now that you wished you had known at the beginning of your coaching career?
Mentor Coach, Rhonda Hess answers...
I have a good background for coaching but what I want to know is, what makes Coach Training Alliance different from all the other coaching schools?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
What is couples coaching? How does a coach work with both partners at once?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
I would like to become a full-time coach. Is it better to work for a corporation first and build your practice on the side or become a full-time coach immediately?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
What's the monetary value of professional coaching?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Dave Krueger answers...
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I have a good background for coaching. I'm more interested in what makes Coach Training Alliance different from the rest, and what is the tuition?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
What is the need and role of a Wellness Coach?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger, M.D. answers...
As a coach it is important to keep boundaries, what are the red flags a coach should watch out for when boundaries are getting crossed?
Mentor Coach, Sue Brundege answers...
Do you have any advice for working with somebody who is tightly clinging onto their limiting beliefs?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers...
Do all of the CTA programs take place online?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
What is the next big evolutionary step in coaching in your estimation?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger, MD answers...
Guiding a person's life seems like a big responsibility. How do I know I am suited to coaching?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers...
How do you as a coach ensure your own physical, financial, and emotional well-being?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
I'm viewing the Certified Coach Program but I'm not sure I understand the modality: Is it all via phone and mostly digital material? How do you connect with the mentoring group? Are there any face-to-face meetings? Is there a final exam?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
How important is it to know ourselves and have our act together in coaching others?
Mentor Coach, Dr. David Krueger answers...
How does coaching differ from counseling?
Mentor Coach, Dr. David Krueger answers...
Many people are skeptical of the need for life coaches, their ability to attract clients and generate revenues. How can I respond?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Why do successful human beings turn to coaching?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
As a new coach, I often get asked to speak in front of groups. What can I do to gain new clients from these speaking engagements?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers...
How can I start doing workshops or seminars?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
I'm a very empathic person but identify too closely with my clients and take it personally when things don't work out. Any words of wisdom?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Dave Krueger answers...
What are some of the major issues beginning coaches face?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
Do you have any ideas for working with someone who is tightly clinging onto their limited beliefs?
Mentor Coach, Kristalyn Ryan answers...
What's an example of an undeniable benefit? What is a HUB statement?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
What steps lead you to become a coach and how did you obtain your first client?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Is there a strategy to deal with a client who routinely answers questions with the retort - I don't know?
Mentor Coach, David Krueger, MD answers...
When a person needs help or guidance, why not just go to a friend versus enlisting the help of a coach?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Why are bad choices so easy and good ones so hard?
Mentor Coach, David Krueger, MD answers...
How do you formulate a great opening question at the start of a session?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers...
I have put off becoming a coach for several years. The burning question is, 'Can I make a living as a Life Coach and how long will it take to launch a practice?'
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Many people are skeptical of the need for life coaches, their ability to attract clients and generate revenues. How can I respond?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
I feel like I have many of the traits to become a coach. However, I lack the ability to 'tell it like it is'. Is this a skill I can learn?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
People do not want to be coached unless they are asking for it. What are some ways to overcome this?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers...
How can someone make life coaching a lucrative career? Do you need a lot of connections and expensive ads?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Are people really willing to pay top dollar for coaching services?
Mentor Coach, David Krueger, MD answers...
How long does it take to become a certified life coach?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
Can you give us an example of the difference between making a suggestion and telling a client what they should do?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Some clients believe it is too difficult to make the changes that would help them. What do you suggest?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger, MD answers......
How does a new coach gain credibility with clients, business owners and others?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers......
How do you get people to change their minds when they are convinced that what has got them where they are is just the way the world is?
Mentor Coach, David Krueger, MD answers......
What makes a person enlist the help of a Coach versus talking to a good friend?
Mentor Coach, Kristalyn Ryan answers......
I am thinking of getting involved in coaching. Would it be a problem that I haven't been in the work force for many years?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers......
When setting up a complimentary sample session, how much information do you give away?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers......
How long do I have to train before I become a Certified Coach?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers......
I don't have a degree. How do I get the training to coach about the simple things in life to everyday people?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers......
Where can I get a list of questions to ask my client?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers......
I've heard of 'life coaches' and 'executive coaches', but I'm not really sure what the difference is. Can you help me figure this out?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers......
People tend to repeat known behaviors, even if they're limiting. How can coaches help someone change?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger, M.D. answers......
Besides asking powerful questions, what else can coaches do to help their clients achieve success?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers......
I am brand new to coaching, what's the best way to overcome the question 'How long have you been coaching'?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers......
What is the most effective way to get your name known in the market place?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers......
What's the general demographic of a person seeking life coaching support?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers......
What are the common mistakes made in setting professional coaching fees?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Dave Krueger answers......
How does one choose the appropriate coaching program?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers......
I know I can do this but don't know where to begin. I have an Med. In Adult Education but feel like I need a Life Coach myself right now!
Mentor Coach, Kristalyn Ryan answers......
How long does it typically take to get a coaching practice up and running and to become profitable?
Mentor Coach, Laurie Cameron answers......
I have noticed that many of your coaches have some degree in psychology or other PhD. What about those of us who do not have a degree? How will that impact our business?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers......
Will I have to sabotage my own religious beliefs if they come in the way of helping the client?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers......
Can joining your certified coach program be accomplished over the phone from any location?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers......
For someone just starting out in coaching, what are some of the key mindsets that need to be changed?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers......
How can the one hour per week of coaching, on the phone and NOT face-to-face, be effective for a client?
Mentor Coach, Kristalyn Ryan answers......
Can a coach bring their own wisdom and experience to a coaching session?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers......
Can I start coaching as a part-time business? The fear of losing my steady income is overwhelming.
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers......
What is the difference between Mentoring and Coaching?
Mentor Coach, Kristalyn Ryan answers......
How long does it take to establish a livable income by coaching?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
Is it possible to pursue this profession in a rural community of less than 4,000 people
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
I would like to become a coach. Is it better to work for a corporation first and build my practice on the side, or to become a full time coach immediately?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
What do I need to do to become a successful coach?
Mentor Coach, Adam Guzkowski answers...
Do you see your clients in person? Why or why not?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
How can I ask better coaching questions?
Mentor Coach, Adam Guzkowski answers...
How do you market yourself before you get to the point where clients refer other clients?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers...
What sorts of things should I include in my website?
Mentor Coach, Jackie Black answers...
I am 53 years old. Is it too late to start on this path?
Mentor Coach, David Krueger answers...
I understand that all coaching relationships are different, but what generally determines how long a coaching relationship lasts?
Mentor Coach, Sue Brundege answers...
What are the advantages of being a "certified coach" in an arena that is unregulated?
Mentor Coach, Kristalyn Ryan answers...
What does a client really want from a professional coach?
Mentor Coach, David Krueger answers...
How do you build a coaching practice from an abundance of personal experience?
Mentor Coach, Adam Guzkowski answers...
How do you deliver a plan of action without hurting the client's feelings?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
How long does it take to become a Certified Life Coach?
Mentor Coach, Dr. Jackie Black answers...
What is the best way to take notes during a session?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
What is the best way to end a coaching session?
Mentor Coach, Adam Guzkowski answers...
What would be the first question you would ask in a sample session?
Mentor Coach, Adam Guzkowski answers...
Can I start coaching as a part-time business? The fear of losing my steady income is overwhelming.
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
I am just starting out in my coaching practice. How do I get past the feelings of - can I be really good at this?
Mentor Coach, Jennifer Powers answers...
How do you decide what area of coaching to go into?
Mentor Coach, Sue Brundege answers...
How can spirituality and charging a fee for coaching be compatible?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger answers...
My passion is assisting people in reaching their goals. However, I am an introvert and not a dynamic speaker. Can I become a successful coach?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
What are some warning signs that someone might not be coachable?
Mentor Coach, Adam Guzkowski answers...
I'm brand new to coaching. What is the best way to overcome the question "how long have you been coaching?" and yet still be able to attract a reasonable fee?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
I am a therapist considering switching to coaching for a number of reasons. How can I keep the boundaries between the two separate?
Mentor Coach, Dave Krueger answers...
How come one hour per week is enough for coaching? What can you do for one hour so that it can be effective for your client?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
How can I be a good coach for others when I'm still working on so many things myself?
Mentor Coach, Adam Guzkowski answers...
Does being an extrovert give one an advantage in coaching and building a successful coaching practice or is coaching an optimal career choice for an introvert?
Mentor Coach, Nan Einarson answers...
I am totally confused about where to obtain certification to become a coach. What should I look for in a training program?
Mentor Coach, Dave Meyer answers...
I am a therapist considering switching to coaching for a number of reasons. How can I keep the boundaries between the two separate?
Mentor Coach, Sue Brundege answers...