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 […]

If you are a life coach or thinking about becoming one, you probably already know that an ICF coaching certification isn’t needed to practice as a coach. And yet, most coaches would agree that in today’s world, it is highly advantageous to be certified. Background Unlike becoming a psychologist or clinical therapist, there are no […]

According to an ICF Global Coaching Study, 99% of individuals and companies who hire life coaches are “satisfied” or “very satisfied” with the results of their experience. While the reasoning for seeking out a life coach can vary from client to client, it’s critical for coaches to continue providing quality coaching time and time again. […]

An ADHD diagnosis can be difficult to navigate, but with the help of medical professionals and certified ADHD coaches, people with ADHD can access the support they need to lead wonderful, fulfilling lives. Learning how to understand the unique challenges that come with ADHD becomes much easier with the right support. For coaches considering entering […]

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. […]

Founded in 1999, the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) was one of the first ICF-accredited life coach training programs in the world. With a unique approach to coaching and extensive resources for its students, iPEC has made a name for itself, and rightfully so. In this article. we’ll be exploring the iPEC coach […]

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 Certified Life Coach Institute (CLCI) has been offering ICF-accredited coach training for over 11 years. In that time, it has certified over 9,000 coaches. One of the unique appeals of CLCI is that it offers a 3-day certification course. (Yes, just 3 days!) Though CLCI offers faster certification than many other programs, it offers […]

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 over a decade in business, iNLP Center has worked with coaches in more than 70 countries and […]

Breaking into the world of life coaching can feel daunting. No matter how committed you are to helping your future clients and how much preparation you have done, life coaching is an industry that offers complex challenges to new coaches. Aside from getting your business up and running, you have to consider your specific training, […]

Learning in the post-COVID digital world can come in many forms, including audiobooks, podcast, webinars, educational software, live or pre-recorded training events held over Zoom, and yes — traditional classroom settings, as well. Still, the age-old practice of simply reading a book hasn’t yet gone out of fashion. Whether you want to learn how to […]

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 $62,500 per year, according to the most recent study conducted by the International Coach Federation. In reality, though, the real answer to this […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 July 2022, this number has reached 46,619 and […]

According to the International Coach Federation (ICF) Global Coaching Study, there are over 70,000 practicing life coaches worldwide and as a whole, the coaching industry brings in nearly $3 billion in revenue every year. Simply put, the coaching industry is thriving. For many, though, the question remains: What Does a Life Coach Do? What is […]

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 […]

When beginning our journey as life coaches we are often excited at the idea of helping others, following our passion, and making a positive change in the world. Even though there are several paths you can take to become a Life Coach, each school has their own step-by-step guide to training and the ICF provides […]

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 […]

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 […]