I have an Internet Marketing coach and a personal coach!!

Andrew

Having successfully worked in 54 countries during my career, Ican readily "parachute" into most any country in the global marketplace with established contacts with key decision-makers and as a VIP member of two (2) International Registries of Professionals and Executives (fees paid by a business colleague in the Middle East), I "laugh" at the many so-called "Business Coaches" I have met during the many events I have attended since returning to "the area of my birth to make a difference" (SE Michigan) from a 6 year Consultant contract in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (began as a 1 year contract).

I coach many local company business owners and one thing they always comment on: "Why do the other coaches always require "upfront" monies prior to coaching and my response is always "Not IF, but WHEN we are successful, then you can pay me for my services". WHY you might ask? Well, I only pick those that I know from my global experience will be successful in MY world, the global marketplace so it is a "No Brainer" and of course, the confidence that comes with working in virtually every culture in the world!

As a note, if anyone is interested in the 2007 World Igbo Congress Convention scheduled for late August at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, please send me a private email. I am looking for Presenters/Sponsors in very specific market sectors for possible opportunities in Nigeria.

Isn't life grand!!!!! To all, have a grrreat and successful week.

Joe the Road Warrior

I like the term "Accountability Coach" better than business coach or success coach because that's what my coach does for me.  As an entrepreneur I am already motivated and tenacious enough to solve my own problems, but because I am so ambitiuos, I tend to add too much to my to-do list.  So my coach keeps me accountable to completeing important tasks! ~;o)

I love my coach, she's awesome!!!

www.lifeempowermentcoach.com

I think the definition of 'coach' has diminished over the past few years. In all honesty, I think it's far too easy for someone to become a life/personal/business coach. Some of the certification courses don't even require a high school degree...never mind college! (As long as the check clears...)

If I get to a point in my career where I am just simply stuck, I would want someone with a background in counseling to help me through it. I'm not saying I would need in-depth therapy, but I think that working with someone who understands behaviors would be very beneficial. I've seen enough examples of people who hit a brick wall, to know that simple goal-setting and cheer leading will not even scratch the surface; sometimes you get stuck because of real-life issues that need to be addressed.

I would strongly urge anyone considering the services of a business or life coach to ask about their credentials and career background.

Yes I would consider it. But coaching seems to be the big fad right now, and there are so many people posing as "coaches". Their marketing doesn't have any method of separating themselves from the pack of other consultants, so it's hard to know who the market leader is. And the really great ones must be in high demand and un-affordable to those that really need them. And each learner's personality and situation is different, so how can you be sure that the same coach that helped 1 business person become successful will be able to do the same thing with you?

Joe the road warrior: Can you share with us your criteria for "picking" guaranteed winners, based on your experience? Maybe we can evaluate ourselves against your template and see if we come close to the mold.

> I only pick those that I know from my global experience will be successful in
> MY world, the global marketplace so it is a "No Brainer" and of course, the
> confidence that comes with working in virtually every culture in the world!