I’ve been asked many times over the years what tools, books, or services I recommend. This page brings together resources I personally use, regularly recommend, or genuinely trust in my coaching practice.
You’ll find a mix of free and paid resources here. Some links are affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you choose to use them—at no additional cost to you. I share these resources because I trust them, not because I’m trying to sell you something.
Not everything here is a fit for everyone. Use what serves you and skip the rest.
This page is updated periodically as my tools and recommendations evolve.
Books
There are countless great books out there, and this isn’t meant to be an exhaustive list.
The books below are ones I consider truly foundational for coaches—resources that support both skill development and personal growth. These are titles I regularly recommend because they deepen self-awareness, strengthen coaching presence, and help coaches grow in ways that directly impact their work with clients.
The HeART of Laser-Focused Coaching
The books below are ones I consider truly foundational for coaches—resources that support both skill development and personal growth. These are titles I regularly recommend because they deepen self-awareness, strengthen coaching presence, and help coaches grow in ways that directly impact their work with clients.
The HeART of Laser-Focused Coaching
by Marion Franklin, MCC
I’ve lost count how many times I’ve heard coaches say how helpful this book has been for improving their coaching. It’s available in print, Kindle, and Audible formats.
Get your copy of the HeART of Laser-Focused Coaching on Amazon.
What Would a Wise Person Do? Simple Ways to Cultivate a Fresh Mindset and Find Inner Peace
by Marion Franklin, MCC
This book not only offers thought-provoking stories to encourage greater self-awareness, it can help coaches gain a deeper appreciation for and understanding of human behavior. It is available in print, Kindle, and Audible formats.
Get your copy of What Would a Wise Person Do? on Amazon.
The 28 Laws of Attraction: Stop Chasing Success and Let It Chase You
by Thomas J Leonard
This is a collection of some of the best known teachings from the father of the coaching industry. It’s an excellent resource for coaches at any level.
Find the 28 Laws of Attraction on Amazon.
Take Time for Your Life
by Cheryl Richardson
This one is a classic. It’s one of the first books I read early in my coaching journey. It’s great for coaches or anyone else who want to get a better handle on their lives.
Find Take Time for Your Life on Amazon.
The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life
by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander
This was one of the books I read at the beginning of my coaching career. It is full of wonderful stories and timeless wisdom to help coaches or anyone else embrace the many possibilities in life. It is available in print, Kindle, and Audible formats.
Find The Art of Possibility on Amazon.
Tech Tools
Anyone who knows me knows I love my tech—but I’m not just a gadget geek.
As someone who is blind, I rely on technology far more than the average person to handle everyday tasks like reading print, interpreting images, and understanding what’s happening around me. The right tools don’t just make things easier; they make my work possible.
Below are some of the tech tools I personally use and find especially helpful in my coaching business.
Dropbox
Dropbox makes file sharing and collaboration so simple. I love it. I wish the website was a little more screen reader friendly, but I rarely have to log in there. I use the desktop application on my computer. I appreciate having access to everything in my Dropbox no matter what device I’m on: computer, phone, or tablet.
You can try Dropbox free here.
RaeNotes
I recommend this AI transcription service to all my mentor coaching clients and to other mentor coaches. If you can see, it has a ton of features for assessing recorded coaching sessions. Sadly, not all features are fully accessible with a screen reader, but the basic transcription features work just fine.
Try RaeNotes here.
Zoom
I use Zoom every single day to meet with clients, facilitate meetings, and record both audio and video. It’s reliable, highly customizable, and flexible enough to support a wide range of professional or personal uses. Especially important to me, it’s also quite usable for those of us who rely on access technology such as screen readers.
If you’re new to Zoom and want to try it out, you can use my referral link below to receive 15% off a Workplace Pro account. If you choose to subscribe using my link, I may receive an affiliate commission from Zoom.
Training and Continuing Education
The following are training programs I have personally participated in and wholeheartedly endorse.
The Laser-Focused Coaching Program
In full disclosure, I am an instructor in this program which was created by Marion Franklin, MCC. It is a fully accredited ICF level 1 program that is suitable for both beginning and experienced coaches.
Find out more about the Laser-Focused Coaching Program here.
Advanced Certified Mentor Coach (ACMC) training program
Taught by Fran Fisher, MCC, this program is excellent training for coaches aspiring to mentor other coaches. There is also ongoing support after completing the program.
Find out more about Fran’s Advanced Mentor Coach training here.
