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Editor’s Note: Are you one of the bazillion nervous and disheartened investors? Then the Chronicle has a few juicy investment tips this week. No, not the traditional equities, banks, bonds or certificates of deposit. This is the time to invest in – yourself. Start building equity in yourself, says an Atlanta executive coaching firm. You can never lose what you invest in your own talents and abilities. Bank on the fact that life will present crisis and change in everyone’s life. One life coach offers some simple steps to avoid being paralyzed by fear so you can continue living a richly optimistic and dynamic life. Bond with others who are moving through the same life/career changes and you’ll likely find coaches who are there to help, whether the challenge is weight loss, financial planning, job seeking, credit management or life purpose. Ready to dump some bad investments? There are also tips to eliminate the clutter ‚Äî that’s physical and emotional clutter ‚Äî that holds people back, weighs them down and makes them feel bad about their self worth. And there’s even a financial planner in the UK, who is bringing in a life coach to inspire his fellow financial planners!
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Executive/Business Coaching
Where to Invest? Look in Mirror
March 22, 2009, Atlanta Journal Constitution – GA, USA
‚ÄúThe best place to invest right now is in ‚Äî you,” said Darcy Eikenberg, owner of Coach Darcy LLC, an Atlanta leadership and executive coaching firm. ‚ÄúInvesting in your own talents and abilities is one thing no one can take away from you. It’s in your control. If you give time and attention to developing your ‚Äòpersonal portfolio,’ you won’t ever see the value of it go down.”
How Coaching and Mentoring Leverage Leadership Talent
March 20, 2009, The Complete Lawyer – Atlanta, GA, USA
Coaching has become a necessary leadership competency for lawyers. Mentoring is equally important. Having one or more mentors can dramatically improve your career path in the law firm environment.
Even in Downturn, a Brave Few are Taking the Plunge
March 20, 2009, Business Gazette – Gaithersburg, MD, USA
While Ingar Grev opened his business coaching franchise, The Growth Coach, before the recession began in late 2007, the Annapolis man said it was natural to harbor second thoughts about what he was doing in leaving a secure job. In corporate positions with companies such as Bell Atlantic Corp., which later merged to form Verizon Communications, Grev had to lay people off himself.
Life Coaching
Living Fearlessly in the Face of Financial Worries
March 24, 2009, ABC7Chicago.com – IL, USA
While the bleak outlook means that financial responsibility is more important than ever, it is vital to make sure that these worries do not override all the other positive aspects of life, advises Dr. Siegler of Full Life Coaching Center in Chicago. He offers some simple steps to avoid being paralyzed by fear, and to continue living an optimistic and dynamic life.
Cosmopolitan: How to Survive Life’s Sucker Punches
March 23, 2009, Seattle Post Intelligencer – USA
“When something bad happens, you need to take action to recover,” says life coach Christine Hassler, who offers the following tips to help you strengthen your coping skills.
Spring In To Summer Weight Loss Challenge
March 22, 2009, Examiner.com – USA
by Jaci Willoughby, an AFPA Certified Nutrition, Wellness, and Weight Management Consultant and Life Coach: The Biggest Loser League is an online Social Networking web site designed as a gathering place for those seeking support in their weight loss battles. The community allows members to create an online profile and join teams in an effort to earn points each week – a great incentive for those trying to lose weight.
Glassey to Introduce US Life Coach to British Financial Planners
March 20, 2009, CityWire.co.uk – London, England, UK
Edinburgh-based financial planner Duncan Glassey is hoping to introduce US clinical psychologist and coach Maria Nemeth, who he rates as ‚Äòbetter than George Kinder,’ to a UK financial planner audience.
What’s Your Type?
March 20, 2009, Longmont Daily Times-Call – Longmont, CO, USA
Lincoln, 71, said he has taught in ‚Äúalmost every major denomination,” though mainly to Baptist congregations. His first order of business as interim pastor was to start a Christian Life Coaching Center, which offers seminars and life coaching sessions for the congregation and the community.
Want to Be Happy? Take Out the Trash
March 19, 2009, MSNBC – USA
“If you want to grow, you gotta let go,” is the mantra of life coach Gail Blanke. In her book, “Throw Out Fifty Things,” she shares tips on eliminating the clutter ‚Äî physical and emotional ‚Äî that holds you back, weighs you down and makes you feel bad about yourself.
Has the Coaching Bubble Burst?
March 18, 2009, BusinessZone.co.uk – Bristol, UK
As more coaches than ever before join the profession, can it sustain them with enough work? Verity Gough discovers that, despite severe training cutbacks, coaching is thriving, even if there’s a little creative accounting going on.
Niche Coaching
Online Fitness Coaching
March 19, 2009, Sports Fashion Bookmark – USA
However, losing weight in the confines of your own home at your computer is not only possible, it’s a reality. What I mean is that you can use the advice that’s given to you through online fitness coaching to pursue a more productive way of burning off undesired fat and reach your fitness goals.
Matchmaking Specialists Open Selective Singles in Brandon
March 18, 2009, Brandon Valley Challenger – Brandon, SD, USA
The matchmakers say they do a lot of coaching, too. ‚ÄúPeople have a lot of dating questions,” assured Fenno, who has helped a client shop for an updated wardrobe. ‚ÄúIt’s coaching and holding their hand and giving them confidence.”
Life Coaching Blogs
When Is It Time to End the Coaching Relationship?
March 24, 2009, By All about Life Coaching
As a life coach, it is important to know when it is the best time for your clients to move on and continue working on their own. A good coach is responsible enough to know that the life of a coaching relationship is not a lifetime. Knowing that is how the best life coaches build their business.
How to Coach
March 24 2009, By Charlie Reese
Coaching and mentoring has always come very easily to me. I’ve always loved working with Little League teams and organizations like that to help them play the best game they can play. I’ve been a coach and mentor for softball, football, baseball, and basketball teams, but until recently I never thought about making a career out of it. When I went to a life coaching seminar, however, it changed everything.
I’m Bored. Now What?
March 22, 2009, By Sheri
In the middle of a recent coaching appointment, both the client and I had a huge realization. She was completely bored with her life! As we were talking about a decision she was facing, it wasn’t the opportunity that was appealing; it was the thought of welcoming change – any change – into her life that had caught her attention.
Coaching Introspection
March 22, 2009, By Emme Rogers
A number of you have been asking what it’s like seeing a personal coach. Well I can honestly say I love it! I only wish I’d done this sooner. Jennifer Priest is really giving me focus and clarity. And even though it’s only been four sessions, people (my parents, Raul, Tris ‚Ķetc) have been noticing a difference in me – clarity of direction, well thought out decisions, clearer understanding of those in my life.
Purpose Driven Life – What Is My Purpose?
March 21, 2009, By Kozan Ur Success Coach
I went for my walk today, as I like to do. I prefer it better than running! What was interesting is that when I left home, I heard a mother ask her child – ‚ÄúWhat are you going to be when you grow up?” The child replied ‚ÄúEverything will come out ok!”
What’s Stopping You?
March 21, 2009, By Paula Kirsch
The above is a question I won’t soon forget! It would have been a great question to ask my client during a coaching demo this afternoon… but alas it was not.
Nice Friday: Welcome Credit.com’s Money Coach!
March 20, 2009, By Deborah Price
As a Money Coach, I work daily to help guide people through their financial issues and challenges, both individually and in their relationships. In the midst of this economy, there are more people who need help than I could possibly attend to, so my hope is to provide a forum here on CreditBloggers.com that provides readers with a safe place to go for money coaching, advice and encouragement.
The Origins of Life Coaching
March 19, 2009, By Ronnie Slade
Like a sports or physical fitness coach, the mentor has often ‘been there and done that’. Effective coaching does not require that the coach have the personal hands-on experience of the client’s job, profession or occupation. Some would even claim that it is the very absence of this experience that adds to the effectiveness of the coach who, by standing apart, can still see the wood from the trees.
Getting to Know All About You
March 18, 2009, By Amy Hedin
One theme surfaces frequently these days in our presentations to leaders of organizations, and consumes those of us who are trying to help create best-practice companies that attract and retain top talent. That theme is, know your employees well, better than they know themselves.
Disorganization or Something Else?
March 18, 2009, By Margit Crane, The Gifted Teen Coach
I just came from an IEP (Individualized Education Program as with ADD/ADHD children) meeting with a client and his parents. The principal was clearly well educated and more than competent. What bothered me though is that she kept referring to the young man (my client) as ‚Äúdisorganized.”
Executive/Business Coaching Blogs
DC and Northern Virginia Business Coaching – Benefits For Everyone
March 24, 2009, By Northern Virginia and Washington DC Business
There’s no replacement for someone who can work for hours on end – on suspect diets of caffeine and Twinkies. There are also folks who have been around the workforce for a while, but who may have pigeon-holed themselves into a certain job type or role. Many of these folks could use some serious business coaching.
10 Common Email Mistakes
March 23, 2009, By Terry Dean
Are you making any of these 10 common email marketing mistakes? Any of these can cut your income dramatically.
‚ÄúWe Don’t Need Any Coaching!” And Other Myths
March 23, 2009, By Small Business Admin
Have a look at these typical statements regarding coaching and decide whether you think they are true or just myths.
Guide to Recession Proof Credit Management
March 21, 2009, By Ron
Business coaches say that failure to put the following steps into place could result in failure for cash hungry SMEs (small or medium enterprise). Implementing a good credit control system may be distractive when you are trying to bring in new business to ensure the business’ future sustainability. It can be a Catch 22 (a no-win) situation.
Types of Business Coaching
March 20, 2009, By Steps to Success Made Simple
Every successful individual accomplishes his goals with the support and guidance of his coach or mentor. The coaches’ ability to motivate, communicate and establish a relationship with the students is a remarkable trait that brings out the individuals core values.
The Future of Coaching: Where Are We Going?
March 18, 2009, By Diane Brennan
A legitimacy and respect were not very common when I started coaching in 2000. The public knows more about what coaching is today than they did a few years back. When I say, ‚ÄúI’m a coach,” I am not asked, ‚Äúwhat sport” anymore. There is respect for this emerging profession building outside the coaching community. What is happening within the community?
Note: Diane Brennan is a new contributor to the Coaching Commons.
Books, Products, & Services
The Perfect Storm for Online Executive and Life Coaching
March 19, 2009, PR Web (press release) – Syracuse, NY, USA
The site allows anyone the ability to work with an experienced life coach or executive coach for a very affordable price.
Note: This is a press release, not a recommendation or review of this site.
Publicity Releases
Fonville Morisey & Barefoot Announces Chris Mengel as Sales Coach
March 24, 2009, Carolina Newswire (press release) – Raleigh, NC, USA
Audie Barefoot of Fonville Morisey and Barefoot is pleased to announce that Chris Mengel has been selected as the sales coach for the company. Mengel will be responsible for driving all training and development initiatives for Sales Associates, Marketing Managers and Sales Managers.
Nutritional Expert and Inspirational Author Lisa Buldo Retains WDC Media as Agent
March 19, 2009, MediaSyndicate (press release) – New York City, NY, USA
WDC Media, the nation’s fastest growing faith and values public relations firm, announced it has been retained by Lisa Buldo, nutritional expert, life coach, and author of the new inspirational book It CAN Be Done! You Can Live in Victory 24/7.
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