Path to Purpose: Julie Steiger’s Journey To Becoming A Coach

In this episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh engages in a compelling conversation with special guest Julie Steiger. Julie was in the inaugural cohort of coaches who took Dr. Singh's NBHWC exam review course. Julie, a national board certified health and wellness coach and founder of Hearts Quest Coaching, shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from a 20-year career as a hardware store inventory manager to becoming a coach. Julie recounts the unexpected gift that led her to pursue coaching, the challenges she faced along the way, and the valuable lessons she learned through introspection and perseverance. Tune in to hear Julie's uplifting journey into the field of health and wellness coaching. For detailed show notes, including information to connect with Julie Steiger, NBC-HWC, click here or visit https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/path-to-purpose.  To learn more about our NBHWC exam prep resources, including our NBHWC review course (new self-paced format coming in May!), 150-question practice exams, and group coaching by visiting www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com.  Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 01:29 - Julie’s journey into coaching 08:18 - Julie’s coach training 14:38 - Challenges along the way 16:25 - Importance of self-care 18:22 - Julie’s career vision 21:16 - Why NBHWC certification 22:50 - Insights on becoming certified 24:18 - Advice for test prep 26:08 - Takeaways Book Reference: Simple Green Meals by Jen Hansard. Rodale Books. 2018.