From its humble beginnings as a niche profession employing only a few hundred people, coaching today has evolved into one of the fastest-growing industries not only in the United States, but also worldwide. Introduction When coaching was still in its infancy in the mid-2000s, there were only a handful of coach training programs that could […]

As a new coach, the most effective way to establish your personal brand is by earning your coaching certification from a training program accredited by the International Coach Federation (ICF). The ICF has established science-based best practices and a comprehensive code of ethics that seeks to unify the coaching industry worldwide. Any training program that […]

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. “I haven’t experienced enough in life to become a life coach.” “I’m still working on my own life. Who am I to coach others on theirs?” “I’ve made every mistake in the book. Who is really going to listen to me?” The three statements you’ve just read […]

The coaching industry is booming. Consider this: in 1999, only about 200 coaches worldwide held a credential from the International Coach Federation (ICF). By 2010, this number had grown to 6900. By 2018, a whopping 25,000 individuals from 119 different countries held an ICF credential. As of January 2021, this number has reached 34,000 and […]

The iNLP Center is an internationally renowned coaching center specializing in Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Life Coach training. It offers a wide array of supporting programs and has built an impressive reputation for success in the coaching industry. After nearly a decade in business, iNLP Center has worked with coaches in more than 70 countries, and […]

Once you decide to pursue a career as a life coach, you are faced with many decisions that will affect the training you receive and the way you set up your coaching practice. The self-paced learning model that online courses provide, paired with the flexibility to learn from your home, are huge benefits to people […]

How much does a life coach make? This simple question can be answered in several different ways. If you’re looking for just one number, the average life coach in North America makes $61,900 per year, according to the most recent study conducted by the International Coach Federation. In reality, though, the real answer to this […]

Life as an executive comes at you fast. All at once, the powerful men and women at the top of the corporate ladder face a dizzying array of competing forces. How do you achieve the goals of today while keeping an eye out for the challenges of tomorrow? How do you reach short term financial […]

Becoming a self-employed life coach is a huge undertaking. It’s a decision that can be both emotionally fulfilling and financially rewarding. Not only are you the master of your own fate, but working for yourself brings with it scheduling flexibility and personal freedom that many people long for, especially when compared to the rigors and […]

Given the cost of some of the most popular life coach certification programs on the market today — some of them even carrying a price tag of $10,000 or more — the idea of a free online life coach certification has been used as a marketing ploy by some training programs to lure in students […]

Launching a career as a life coach is a path filled with hours of study, training, and mentorship, all facilitated via either in-person classroom sessions or online learning programs. Many of these are part of strenuous 4-year degree programs at universities or accredited coach learning centers, often costing tens of thousands of dollars to complete. […]

Learning in the digital age can come in many forms, including via traditional classroom settings, audio recordings, webinars, educational software, and live or pre-recorded training events. Still, the age-old practice of simply reading a book hasn’t yet gone out of fashion. Whether you want to learn how to be a better communicator, find a step-by-step […]

You may be at a crossroads in your career. You feel a calling to a certain profession or you desperately want a change in your career altogether. Whatever it may be, you start asking the questions to yourself: “What do I want to do with my life? What profession would bring me joy? I have […]

If you’ve come across this article, it probably means you’re interested in becoming a life coach. Congratulations! At Life Coach Path, we think becoming a life coach is a worthwhile investment of time and resources, yielding skills and knowledge that you can use to build a coaching business and help countless clients improve their lives […]

The road to becoming a certified life coach is filled with dozens of hours of learning and even more hours of practice and training. It requires both a mental and financial investment, both of which are rewarded handsomely once you have your certification in hand and are ready to begin serving clients. But the question […]

Becoming a life coach is an incredibly fulfilling and rewarding career choice. Effective coaching requires tremendous focus and effort to perfect, and has the potential to help countless people find personal growth and peace. Thanks to the widespread availability of internet resources and training programs, it is easier than ever to get your life coach […]

Universal Coach Institute is an ICF-accredited coach training program whose goal is to certify and train you with the expertise to be an effective leader and coach, allowing you to transform other’s lives. Employing budget-friendly, hands-on training, Universal Coach Institute teaches you to work with and grow individuals, businesses, and communities so that they will […]

Carin Rockind Founder, PurposeGirl carinrockind.com Life Coach Path and the National Coach Academy are conducting a Coach Interview Series showcasing professional coaches from all across the country and from all different backgrounds and specializations. The purpose of the series is to provide a window into the world of coaching and to show aspiring coaches what […]

Katrina Julia Wellness and Lifestyle Transformation Coach www.fitlifecreation.com To kick off 2020, Life Coach Path and the National Coach Academy are conducting a Coach Interview Series showcasing professional coaches from all across the country and from all different backgrounds and specializations. The purpose of the series is to provide a window into the world of […]

Coaching over the past 30 years has evolved from a poorly understood career choice to an increasingly standardized profession. What began as professionals from a variety of industries branching off to help others improve their lifestyles is now a well known branch of the mental health field. As an indication of how far coaching has […]