An Article On Working As A Certified Life Practitioner

By Patrick Long


You have just obtained your certificate as a life coach or are planning to do so. However, you do not know the next steps to take after accomplishing such a huge milestone. You want to put the certificate into good use. This write-up discusses how to work as a certified life practitioner.

Specialize in a certain area first. Situations differ all the time. It is hard for you to be a general coach. You cannot go from dealing with family issues to handling business or work cases. You need to identify yourself to one field that your clients can relate to. Research on the different specializations of a coach and determine which one suits you most.

Training is required for you to acquire the necessary skills to help you through. You need to have great communication skills to help you in your conversations. Being observant is also one skill you should have as it helps you properly assess the situation of the client. Learn about the etiquette involved with coaching and work in general.

Having completed a training program, get a certificate to show for your skills. It is a great way to earn the trust of the clients when you have a credential to prove your professionalism. This is especially true when the accreditation comes from a world known organization such as the International Association of Coaching. It shows that you are knowledgeable about the services you are offering and that you possess the required skills relating to the profession.

Any commercial activity needs registration. Even those that are non-profit have to be registered with the authorities. This should be a really important step to make to avoid having any troubles with the law. Check with the state authority for more details and the requirements that you should oblige to. You are likely to be informed to also register for taxes.

Figure out the best location for you to have your office. This is essential as you want to be in an area that most of your clientele comes from. Being far from them could discourage them from attending sessions as transportation could be costly for them. You want your customers to be satisfied with everything you offer. Being close to them makes it able for them to access you whenever they need to.

Figure out the costs to charge your clients. The prices should not be too high for services they could access from somewhere else at a cheap. You want to attract new customers and to retain your clientele as much as you can. Come up with charges that are not too low to run your company and not too high that the consumers cannot afford. A good way to determine your pricing model is to see how much most coaches charge.

Provide insurance for your business. Personally, as a coach, you do not require any insurance in connection with the company. However, it is essential for the company itself to have coverage. This will protect it against any losses that it may incur. This could be office damage or the loss of a partner if you have one. You want your operations to continue despite any difficulties that may arise, and having insurance could be of really great benefit.




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