Rapport & Trust

In this brief but compelling article from Steve Mitten's archives, he helps us explore the value and purpose of rapport, an essential element of our coaching relationships. The ability to establish...

The best coaches are not the most advanced. Instead they have the best coaching relationships. So here are 12 practical things you can do to boost your client relationships: a few ways for you to go the extra...

Humour, Lightness & The Laughter Contagion Effect As I walked in my neighbourhood last week, I noticed a father and his young son coming towards me. What captured my attention was not only the playful...

  This week we're starting a series of articles by Fran Fisher MCC, based on her book, "Calling Forth Greatness, Seven Coaching Wisdoms for Transforming Your Life". Fran is a Master Certified...

Over the past twenty years and more, I have spent countless hours trying to understand exactly what happened when my clients resolved issues or healed beyond ordinary standards. As a practicing doctor and...

For our clients, working with a coach involves a commitment of time, money and energy - and for some it also takes a great deal of courage. This means a good client enrolment process should leave your...

In coaching, softeners are simply a few words you use just before asking a difficult question to literally 'soften the blow'. By using a softener, you're subconsciously preparing your clients for a...