Episode 12: Finding Your First Coaching Clients

If you're a coach-in-training, a freshly certified practitioner, or simply someone who feels stuck between wanting to help and fearing you’re not “ready” yet, this episode is for you. You probably have a lot of questions about how to find clients, how to talk about your coaching, and whether it’s okay to charge for your services yet. As a coach educator, mentor and supervisor, I have worked with many coaches navigating these exact challenges. In this episode, I share honest, practical advice based on experience. Just the things that work. It is ok to be new. Being clear and transparent builds trust more than pretending to be an expert ever will. You’ll hear about: Ways to collect evidence of your skills, even early in your training; How to introduce yourself and your coaching authentically and ethically, with practical examples of phrases you can use; How to deal with rejection and why that’s not about you personally; Using CustDev interviews to connect and really understand what your future clients need; Practical ways to set your fees and offer packages that make sense for you and your clients. If this episode helped, share it with a fellow coach who's in the same boat. Let’s connect! Do you want to bring more presence, confidence, and clarity to your coaching? I am here for that. DM me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luba-diasamidze/) or visit upthinkcoaching.com to explore supervision, mentoring, or our accredited coach training programs. Our next PCC Path (Advanced Cohort) begins in September, and the ACC Path (Level 1) opens in November. Download our FREE workbook "Reflective Practice For Coaches" at https://upthinkcoaching.com/for-coaches/ Looking forward to supporting you on your journey.