What is a Life Coach?

What Does a Life Coach Do?

A life coach works with people to identify specific goals and come up with a solid plan to achieve them. They also help people navigate life transitions and keep them accountable.

For this reason, life coaches receive training in a variety of tool, from  Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to  Conscious Hypnosis and Matrix Therapy. 

What Makes the Life Coaching College Different?

Coaching sounds like a lucrative business, and it is. But life coaching in Australia requires a professional approach. This is where The Life Coaching College stands out. 

Our comprehensive courses empower our students to become life coaches in various niches, from peak performance to Kids Hypnosis Training.

But our real impact lies in our course delivery and the interactions with our students. Just read Rebecca’s experience,

“From the moment I started looking to start my coaching course, The Life Coaching College stood out for me. The amazing phone call I received only hours after I requested some information was the start of my journey with The Life Coaching College. The support I got from Glen was incredible. He made me feel so supported and comfortable when I finally said YES - possibly the best decision of my life so far. Since then, there has been a plethora of information given to me, through the post and online. So far, I have completed three live days. It is one of the main reasons I joined The Life Coaching College – the face to face support and learning.”

Common Life Coaching Misconceptions

The most common one has to be, “What training? Anyone can be a life coach.” Well, coaching isn’t for everyone.

The life of a coach requires emotional intelligence to handle an array of issues. So life coaches need the perfect mix of tools and intensive preparation. 

That’s why our coaching courses last for up to 12-18 months. This ensures a coach can impact lives by helping people set and achieve their goals.

Why Should You Work With a Life Coach?

The real question is, why shouldn’t you?

You have goals and aspirations, right? There’s a dream you’ve envisioned for yourself. So why not invest in the greatest component of that life? Yourself.

Learn how to identify your potential gaps then develop a plan to establish new patterns.

There are a lot of self-help articles and books out there. But coaching connects you with a professional trained to make your journey smoother. 

With such expertise at your disposal, why would you want to go it alone?

What Can a Life Coach Do For You?

Some of the common reasons people receive life coaching are:

• Identifying your “why” and establishing your core values.
• Establishing goals and vision mapping.
• Taking steps towards financial independence.
• Acquiring a work/life balance.
• Effective communication and setting healthy boundaries.
• Networking in your personal and professional life.
• Career development such as getting a promotion.
• Health and wellness.
• Business development; starting or upscaling.

How Does Life Coaching Work?

Step One: Why Are You Here?

Coaches start with the age-old question: “What is your why?” This helps to give you a new perspective on your own situation.

Next follows an intensive round of questions to help you break free of mental blocks. They may include:

• What negative self-talk have you been engaging in?
• How has this practice affected your success, and how can you overcome it?

At this point, coaches work with you to develop challenging but SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound) goals.

Step Two: Where Are You Now?

To move towards your new goal, you need to assess your current position. You want to be aware of all your potential pitfalls so you can adequately plan for them. 

Also, it helps you begin to change your patterns slowly. . You’re in control now, not the negative self-talk.

Step Three: What’s In Your Hands?

At this stage, you work alongside your coach to identify your available resources. This allows you to determine strategies and tactics to meet your overarching goal.

For instance, if your goal is to start a business, doubts are a common hindrance. So you may choose a trusted friend beforehand to call for help and encouragement. Remember, people can be resources too.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What Does a Life Coach Do Exactly?

A life coach is a dedicated professional. Coaches have the right tools and training to help people achieve their desired goals.

They seek to know:

• Your pain point and the reason behind your desired goal.
• The elements that hold you back.
• Your available resources to break the pattern.

Why Do You Need a Life Coach?

What is the point of a life coach? You can motivate yourself, right?

Well, whether you’re navigating a career change or want to be happier, coaching provides: 

• A safe environment to consider all your options.
• Preparation for risk; emotional resilience.
• Enhanced productivity as you’re working towards something specific.
• Accountability.
• Better communication skills.
• A confidence boost from achieving your goals.
• Access to experts trained in hypnosis and Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
• Increased self-awareness as you identify your strengths and focus on a specific goal.

What Skills Do You Need to Be a Life Coach?

Here are some essential skills for anyone aspiring to become a life coach:

• Trustworthiness because your clients need to feel safe sharing personal information with you.
• Active listening. Ask open-ended questions, not leading ones.
• Effective personal goal-setting.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Encouraging accountability through a focus on outcomes.
• Ability to deliver constructive feedback.
• Identifying individual strengths.
• Finding a balance between extrinsic and intrinsic rewards.

More on this in our free masterclass on how to become a life coach. Register now.

What Is the Role of a Life Coach?

The relationship between you and your life coach provides room for you to: 

• Determine and clarify the vision for your life.
• Use the coach’s skills to enhance your personal goal.
• Go on a journey of self-discovery.
• Willingly come up with a suitable plan of action based on your personality and core values.
• Have an accountability partner. You set the goals so you must achieve them.

What Is the Point of Becoming a Life Coach?

The life coach  empowers you to not only help yourself but impact the lives of countless other people. Not with mere quotes but solid skills that enable you to make better choices and reach new heights. 

Our free life coaching masterclass includes everything you need to know on how to become a life coach. 

Let’s help you just like we helped Rebecca. Contact us today.