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5 Proven Ways to Become a Successful Coach or Trainer

January 31, 2022 by Liz Carter

5 Proven Ways to Become a Successful Coach or Trainer

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You may know that NESTA and Spencer Institute have been helping people just like you since June 1, 1992. Yes, that long. Over these decades of working with 10s of thousands of trainers and coaches, we’ve learned a lot about what works…and what doesn’t work.

Would you like to speed up your success? Would you like to increase your knowledge? Would you like to serve and help more people? Would you like to enjoy each day even more? All these things are possible (and more) when you follow the proven strategies for success listed below. Before you read the list, promise yourself this….. BE HONEST! Be honest about where you are, what you know, what you need, who can help, how you want to live your life, what is currently bad, and what is most pressing to change and improve NOW!

Here are your top 5 proven ways to become more successful:

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: business development, coaching, coaching business, coaching career, improve business

How to Improve Communication With Your Coaching Team

August 13, 2021 by Liz Carter

Improving Communication With Your Team

How your team interacts with clients can make all the difference in whether your business grows. And helping your team realize how their communication skills affect clients, even if it’s just via nonverbal cues, can enhance their ability to understand the needs of your clients.

Tody we are sharing some of our favorite strategies for opening the lines of communication and foster an environment of collaboration. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: coaching business, coaching strategies, communication stratehies, communication with your team, how to communicate effectively, managing a team, running a team

How to Use Your Coaching Certification in Creative Ways

July 19, 2021 by Liz Carter

How to Use Your Coaching Certification in Creative Ways

Being a successful coach means more than relegating yourself to the confines of a gym, studio, or office. It means expanding your reach in creative and inventive ways. Here are 5 ways to creatively leverage your certified coach status. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: coaching business, coaching certificaton, how to use a coaching certification, online coaching classes, professional speaking, tiktik for coaches

Respark Your Excitement for Your Coaching Business

February 18, 2021 by Liz Carter

Respark Your Excitement for Your Coaching Business

Being a coaching professional takes far more than the surface knowledge required to sit for a national exam. It takes passion, intention, dedication, and a willingness to examine your own weaknesses and identify opportunities for growth.

Think back on what made you choose this profession in the first place. What made you feel excited when you first started? It’s likely that you still feel the same way you did at first, it’s just that you’ve grown used to these aspects of your career or business. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: coaching, coaching business, coaching certification, consulting, create a business from your interests, how to become a coaching professional, how to become a consultant, online coaching business, online consulting, professional consulting business

Increasing Your Focus And Work Productivity

October 19, 2020 by Liz Carter

Increasing Your Focus And Work Productivity

If you take a look at some of the most successful entrepreneurs and businesspersons, you will see that all of them have the ability to be able to focus perfectly on their work, which allows them to be more productive as compared to everyone else. High levels of productivity matter the most if you are trying to achieve success and do something great. And productivity cannot be achieved without sharp focus! A high level of productivity ensures that all the work is done in an effective and efficient manner. All of us know who Steve Jobs is. One of the key reasons for his success is known to be his ability to focus perfectly on the tasks. His sharp focus allowed him to be more productive and get the important work done fast and perfectly. Jobs always talked about the importance of being able to focus on important tasks.

Many people are unable to complete their daily tasks. This is a sign of not being productive and efficient enough. It also indicates a lack of focus. Constant focus is required to stay productive throughout the day. So, in order to tackle all those important tasks that you set for the day, you need to have constant focus, which will lead to higher productivity levels throughout the day.

So, if you are an entrepreneur or coaching professional, you need to improve your focus and your work productivity to succeed! There are many ways for improving the focus and work productivity.

What is focus?

In very simple and brief focus is the skill that makes it possible for people to start a task and then maintain and keep their attention and effort constant on the task, until it is completed. Focus helps people get rid of the distractions and helps them put all their energy and efforts in the work to complete the required tasks.

What is productivity?

Productivity basically refers to the ability of a person to be able to do lots of work that produces a positive overall result. Using the inputs to produce the greatest output is what productivity is all about.

Ways For Improving Your Focus And Work Productivity:

When you are able to focus on a task until it is completed, it indicates that you are going to be very successful in the future. All entrepreneurs need to have the ability to focus perfectly on their work. Focus and productivity matter the most. So, the following are some of the most effective ways in which you can improve your focus and your work productivity.

Daily tasks and goals.

One of the simplest and the most effective ways of being more productive and focused is to set daily tasks and goals. When you are aware of what you need to do in a day, you will be able to focus perfectly on the important tasks at hand and you’ll be more productive. Most people fail to plan and fail to set daily goals and tasks and it leads to getting caught up in distractions and the focus and productivity fade away. So, you should make sure that you set daily tasks and goals for each day, to be able to spend your energy and your time perfectly. This will help you in improving your ability to focus and will help you become more productive in your work.

Deadlines matter a lot.

Procrastination is very common among the entrepreneurs due to the fact that they always have a lot on their plate to deal with. Procrastination leads to lower productivity levels and a decrease in the ability to focus. One way to get rid of procrastination is to set deadlines for each task of yours. When you set a deadline, make sure that you follow it and complete the tasks within the time that you have set. When you work according to the deadlines for each task, you do not procrastinate and it leads to more focus and higher levels of productivity. So, set deadlines for the daily and important tasks, and meet them to be more productive in your work.

Break down tasks into small steps.

Most people are unable to handle big tasks. They cannot manage a very major task. This leads to lower levels of productivity and decreases the focus as well. There is one effective way to get rid of this issue. You need to break down a major task or project into small parts that you will be able to manage and handle with ease. When you complete all the small steps, you’ll end up finishing the major project with ease. This will lead to a higher level of focus and productivity. So, break down major tasks into small manageable steps.

Cell phone should be kept away.

Among the many distractions that entrepreneurs face on a day to day basis, cell phones are perhaps the worst of them. With so many notifications popping up all the time and the urge to check them all, entrepreneurs lose a lot of their precious time. The cell phones are able to break your focus and lower your productivity levels. So, when you are working, make sure that you keep your phone away so that it won’t be able to distract you and you’ll be able to maintain high levels of productivity by being able to focus on the work perfectly.

Breaks are necessary.

In the quest for being more productive and having super focus, make sure that you don’t end up burning yourself out. You cannot work for hours on end and expect everything to be smooth and functional. You need to make sure that you take small breaks when working to ensure that your mind gets the rest it needs to stay focused and productive. So, take breaks when working and it will help you be more productive and focused.

Take care of your fitness.

According to so many researches and studies, it has been proven that regular exercise can improve brain health. Improved brain health leads to the ability to focus better, which also leads to higher productivity. So, if you want to be productive and focused on the work, you should exercise on a regular basis to keep yourself fit. Good health leads to more productivity and ultimately, success!

Consume caffeine!

Caffeine is able to enhance cognitive functions significantly, which can help improve the focus and overall productivity. So, when you are about to work, make sure that you have a cup of coffee to get that boost you require for getting the work done, and achieving success! Coffee works wonders but make sure that you consume it in moderation for reaping its benefits! It can help a lot in improving the ability to focus!

Sleep is essential.

In order to be more productive, most people forget to take care of their sleep. Getting enough sleep is very essential for high levels of cognitive functions. If you don’t sleep enough, you won’t be able to focus on anything as your brain won’t be at its best. And this will result in lower levels of productivity. Make sure that you take care of your sleep so that you will be able to focus perfectly on your work and be more productive.

Consume the right foods.

Most people ignore the fact that the ability to focus well also depends on the type of food that they consume. When you consume healthy food with good nutritional value, it helps to improve the cognitive functions, which help in focusing better and being more productive. So, being able to focus well and being more productive might be as simple as eating the right foods. Fruits, vegetables and good sources of healthy fats and proteins are all you need to be at your best in terms of mental capabilities.

To-do lists.

The concept of a to-do list is very common but it is very beneficial. In terms of planning and setting goals for the day, if you make a proper to-do list, it can help you become more effective and can help you focus perfectly on the important things. Overall productivity has been proven to be enhanced when people follow their to-do lists well. So, plan your day and your daily goals and tasks in terms of a to-do list and you’ll be able to have better focus and higher productivity!

Don’t multitask.

Multitasking is not effective in any way. Most entrepreneurs try to multitask, only to end up with unimpressive results. Multitasking does not allow people to focus perfectly on important tasks. It leads to decreased focus and decreased productivity. The right way is to focus on only one task at hand and put all your efforts into that one important task. This will get things done in a productive manner and the result will be positive as well. So, do not multitask.

Get rid of distractions.

Entrepreneurs face a lot of distractions each day. These distractions can disrupt the ability to focus on the work. The most important thing to do is to get rid of all possible distractions before you get to work to make sure that you are able to stay focused and productive. Whether a distraction is major or minor, get rid of all of them to stay more focused and productive.

Learn to say no.

In order to be productive, you need to be able to say no to the things that don’t matter. Most people end up saying yes to a lot of things just for being more productive but it can be very bad in the long run. In order to be highly productive, you need to say no to the insignificant things and do only those things that matter the most. So, think about the things that can help you achieve your goals and focus on them only.

Shift between tasks.

Most of the time, a single task can take up a lot of time and energy and it can lead to a decrease in productivity levels and focus. In such a case, the best solution is to switch to another task to avoid burning yourself out. When you will switch to another task, you’ll be able to maintain your productivity and high levels of focus. But this should only be done with a task is being too difficult to be completed with ease.

Keep practicing!

You cannot master the ability to focus perfectly in one day. It will take a lot of time. But the point is that as long as you keep practicing and keep doing everything that you can for being more focused and productive, you will succeed. Just don’t give up and do a little bit more each day to be very successful in the long run.

These are some of the most effective ways in which you can increase your focus and work productivity.

Getting Started

In today’s time, an entrepreneur and businessperson need to be very productive for succeeding in the competitive marketplace. Focus and productivity are the two factors that differentiate between successful and unsuccessful entrepreneurs. You need to have the ability to focus on the important tasks perfectly, to get them done in the least amount of time. In order to succeed, you need to be productive and focused. All the successful figures in the business world emphasize the importance of focusing and being productive. You need to use your time, energy, and focus wisely to be more productive. Whatever it is that you do, being productive will only help you achieve more. The ways shared in this blog are some of the most effective, so make sure you follow them to be productive and have perfect focus.

So, make sure that you do everything that you can to improve your work productivity and focus!

If you’ve been thinking about going online, or if you tried before and just lacked the needed skills, this is the time to get everything you need to become highly successful. The Online Coaching Certification is your step-by-step blueprint to build a highly profitable online coaching business.

Spencer Institute certification programs are open to anyone with a desire to learn and help others. There are no prerequisites.

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The Importance of Relatability as a Professional Coach

August 20, 2020 by Liz Carter

Why Relatability is Important as a Coach

As coaches, we know that we have a specific role and function in support of our clients who are trying to be healthy and well.  We also know that we are part of something bigger – a service to the global community that is constantly trying to maintain optimal wellness.  With this task, we are usually working one-on-one in session, as we encourage and support each client on a journey of behavior changes, and all that is required to be well. [Read more…]

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How To Determine If An S Corp, LLC, or Sole Proprietorship Is Right For Your Business

March 14, 2019 by Liz Carter

Decide If An S Corp, LLC or Sole Proprietorship Is Right For Your BusinessYou’ve finally decided to go into the coaching business. Through hours and hours of research, you picked your niche, picked your target market, and decided what products or services you will be offering through your coaching. Now it’s time for the fun stuff!

Oh, wait… Business legalities and government jargon? Taxes? This doesn’t sound fun at all.

You’re right. It is a nightmare for most people (it was for me at first). In fact, it’s not fun at all… if you don’t understand how it all works.

But if you know a couple little tips and tricks when it comes to understanding how business entities work, you can use them to your advantage. Oh and trust me… once you discover the loopholes and tax advantages, this information could be worth tens (if not hundreds) of thousands to you.

Here are the advantages and disadvantages of each of the three main business entities: [Read more…]

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7 habits to turn your coaching and training business from good to great

July 2, 2014 by John

1)     Don’t be advised by too many people. I love being coached – nothing makes me happier, seriously – but that has been one of my downfalls in the past. I enjoyed it so much that I signed up for coaching by anyone and everyone. The problem is that each coach has their own take on things, meaning you often end up going around in circles. At the moment, I have two coaches: one for my offline business, and one for my online business. I’ve found that coaches with specialties give me more bang for my buck.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: coach business plan, coach marketing plans, coaching business, wellness business development

Student Success Stories

Becoming a Certified Life Strategies Coach at the Spencer Institute has been a great way for me to grow my coaching business. I really liked that I could work full time while learning life coaching on my own time schedule. Now I have coaching clients, and also attract more psychotherapy clients who choose me because I can offer coaching in addition to psychotherapy.
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www.JeanneAsma.com
Earning the Spencer Institute's Wellness Coach Certification was an excellent addition to existing education and experience. I now have a highly successful blog, healthy cooking business, cook books and much more. The sky is the limit.
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