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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 2023, this number has reached 49,603 and […]

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, even in 2023, the age-old practice of simply reading a book hasn’t yet gone out of fashion. Whether you want to […]

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 […]

As a life coach, you want to find as many ways as possible to reach new clients. While you may be unsure of which strategies to apply or where to begin your outreach, there are a number of marketing methods you can begin to implement right away. As you familiarize with each strategy, you will […]

The concept of Life coaching first emerged in the 1980’s and steadily grew in popularity during the 1990’s and 2000’s. Today, it is a nearly $3 billion dollar industry with an upward trajectory that shows no signs of stopping. Thousands of people have chosen life coaching as a career path in various niches. So, what […]

These days, it seems there’s a podcast for every topic that exists, which is great news if you are a life coach looking for guidance, inspiration, and encouragement for your chosen career path. Not surprisingly, many coaches find that they are much more effective at helping others when they have taken the time to fill […]

While the idea of coaching may seem best suited for entrepreneurs, business owners, and other high achieving individuals, almost anyone would benefit from working with a life coach. Every person has goals and desires and most people need encouragement, support, and guidance in order to reach those goals. By working with a life coach, clients […]

All coaches have one thing in common: they help their clients to create change. While every person has different goals and desires, coaches use their individual skills and expertise to guide and support clients along their journey. At the end of every coaching partnership, there should be a clear sign of progress made toward a […]

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 […]

Whether you’re just starting your coaching journey or you have coaching experience under your belt, it’s always a great next step to narrow your focus and become more specialized. Luckily for coaches, the list of specialties is nearly endless, but one of the most popular options is spiritual coaching. Spiritual life coaching uses a lot […]

When we use the term holistic in the concept of life coaching, we are referring to the entirety of the individual or the whole being: the mind, the body, and the spirit. Interestingly, the term holistic in terms of life coaching is often misinterpreted as being synonymous with naturopathic. It can be that for sure, […]

Although life coaching has been around for quite some time, many people are unaware or unclear about how it works and how it may be different from traditional therapy. While there is some overlap between the two, there are distinctive features that uniquely separate one from the other. Past vs. Future Focus One of the […]

Do you have a desire to help others change their lives and wish that was your profession? You may be interested in becoming a Christian Life Coach for those looking at how they can use accountability, goal-setting strategies, and their faith to better their lives. The following are three important steps you can take to […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]