Find the full transcript for this episode and other resources at ProsperousCoach.com/349.

Also mentioned Episode #229.

A client of mine went home for a family reunion and was relentlessly picked on for becoming a coach.

People she loves who love her said things like:

“Coaching is not a real profession. It’s a pyramid scheme—an unethical line of business.”

“You’ve gone to the dark side.”

“There are a lot of dodgy coaches out there taking advantage of people and stealing their money.”

Brutal!

I’ve heard similar things from other coaches and experienced some of that myself. You too?

People love to poke fun at life coaches, especially. And coaching is often the butt of TV jokes.

In the last few months, I’ve heard snide comments about coaching in a few audiobooks I’ve listened to.

That’s ONE of the reasons I say:

Don’t sell coaching session packages.

Yes, use the skill for good in your business but don’t call yourself a coach.

I realize this is controversial. How can a coach think about this dispassionately?

Let’s talk about it and I’ll share some creative personal titles coaches use that help them attract and enroll ideal clients.

I'd love to hear from you. Stay inspired and make things happen! - Rhonda Hess, Prosperous Coach

• Rhonda Hess helps new coaches leverage their zone of genius into a profitable coaching niche and launch with confidence.
• For VIP step-by-step support apply for Rhonda's VIP Coaching Business Breakthrough Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you a discovery call.
• Or if you're stuck on your coaching niche, grab a Nail Your Niche Strategy Session with Rhonda here.

Find the full transcript for this episode at ProsperousCoach.com/348.

Also mentioned in this episode:

• Episode #141 about INTEGRITY
• Episode #187 about your AVATAR for your ideal clients
• Episode #324 about the downside of automation and pushing for a fast 'yes'

What moves a potential coaching client over from ‘maybe’ to ‘YES’?

Your website? Low pricing? Free coaching?

No. Nope. And definitely not.

I asked my clients what made it easy for them to hire me for over two decades now.

It comes down to 6 simple, somewhat surprising things that have more to do with how you’re being than what you’re doing.

Although, make no mistake—strategy and visibility are what bring prospects to maybe.

After all, people have to know you exist and perceive that you understand them before they even consider hiring you. You need a consistent presence in the marketplace.

Let’s dig into these 6 simple things that can help tip the scales in your favor. This will bring you hope because it’s all about being a good human.

I'd love to hear from you. Stay inspired and make things happen! - Rhonda Hess, Prosperous Coach

• Rhonda Hess helps new coaches leverage their zone of genius into a profitable coaching niche and launch with confidence.
• For VIP step-by-step support apply for Rhonda's VIP Coaching Business Breakthrough Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you a discovery call.
• Or if you're stuck on your coaching niche, grab a Nail Your Niche Strategy Session with Rhonda here.

Find the full transcript for this episode at ProsperousCoach.com/347. USE THESE QUESTIONS FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR COACHING CLIENTS.

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It’s an art to know how ask powerful questions.

You know your questions are landing when you hear “that’s a great question!”

Or, when your coaching client’s answer reveals something to them.

It unlocks a door, opens a window and lights a path.

The right inquiry can raise your client’s self awareness and zoom them past obstacles.

And follow up questions, at right time, deepen the conversation and revelation.

The best questions come from a place of presence and genuine curiosity.

They won’t come to mind if you’re trying to manipulate your client or be the smartest person in the room.

You can’t form pithy questions if you’re in performance mode.

You have to be connected to the human being you’re coaching.

I’m about to share 8 tried and true questions that you can ask when the time is right. And I’d love to know other questions you rely on.

I'd love to hear from you. Stay inspired and make things happen! - Rhonda Hess, Prosperous Coach

• Rhonda Hess helps new coaches leverage their zone of genius into a profitable coaching niche and launch with confidence.
• For VIP step-by-step support apply for Rhonda's VIP Coaching Business Breakthrough Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you a discovery call.
• Or if you're stuck on your coaching niche, grab a Nail Your Niche Strategy Session with Rhonda here.