by Kim Olver | Jan 8, 2020 | Coaching, Goals
Some links may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these Ask almost anyone if knowledge is power and they will answer yes—but I say knowledge is not power! People who are overweight know they need to eat...
by Kim Olver | Sep 25, 2019 | Coaching
Have you ever wondered what a coach does in an average day? While I haven’t done any research on the subject, I can tell you about a day in my life. I’m not sure if I even consider myself an average coach or not. I do not coach people all day long—not in the...
by Kim Olver | Feb 20, 2019 | Coaching
Coaching is a field that’s been rapidly expanding over the past two decades. Not only is it a profession, but also an important skill for people in leadership positions. Coaching requires an understanding of human motivation. Much research has been done to determine...
by Kim Olver | Jan 30, 2019 | Coaching
As coaches, it is our job to show our clients that there is hope. When they’re feeling like they’re ‘broken,’ we show them that their pain is temporary, that there are better ways to manage difficult situations, and that they can accomplish their hopes and dreams. In...
by Kim Olver | Apr 20, 2018 | Choice Theory, Coaching
As a helping professional, have you ever encountered clients who seem to revel in their misery? It’s not that they are having any fun—misery is miserable, after all. But if you understand Choice Theory, you realize that all behavior is purposeful. Even in the most...
by Kim Olver | Apr 5, 2018 | Coaching
For new coaches, it is frustrating when clients aren’t making the progress expected of them. Whenever clients aren’t successful, there are many things to explore. However, this exploration won’t happen if you forget to follow up on their actions. A rookie mistake is...
