by Coach Nikki B. | Becoming a Confident Coach
“Putting one’s work into the world is not for the faint of heart. It’s for the full of heart.” ~ Rick Tamlyn This sentiment really hits home for me. It’s true for any craft — and especially for coaching. Confidence doesn’t just appear one day because you’ve earned a...
by Coach Nikki B. | Coaching Skills & Presence
I love collecting interesting and thought-provoking quotes. I actually keep a collection of them, so I have a place to draw inspiration from at any time. Here’s one that has stuck with me for years: “As we walk along our life journey, it is so easy to start collecting...
by Coach Nikki B. | Coaching Skills & Presence
Thomas J. Leonard, often referred to as the father of modern coaching, left us with a simple but profound directive: Respect the client’s humanity. This isn’t a tip, technique, or a nice thing to do. It’s a way of being as a coach. Respecting humanity in coaching...
by Coach Nikki B. | Building a Sustainable Coaching Practice
Sometimes life feels like this escalator scene: we’re halfway to where we want to go, then something happens, and suddenly we’re at a standstill — frozen, frustrated, and hoping someone else will fix it. But getting unstuck is often much simpler than we imagine. This...
by Coach Nikki B. | Building a Sustainable Coaching Practice
As coaches, we’re natural givers. We love seeing clients break through barriers, gain clarity, and grow. But let’s be honest—when we’re pouring out so much time and energy, our own well-being and business can easily take a back seat. That’s why time management for...
