Well, I tried out this life coaching thing in Long Beach, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a wild ride. I saw some ads for this one place, Shinebright, and another one by a guy named Jesse Devine. Sounded pretty fancy, so I thought, why not give it a shot?
First off, finding a good coach is like looking for a needle in a haystack. You want someone who’s got the skills, you know? Someone who can actually listen and understand what you’re going through. And they gotta be able to change things up depending on what you need. A good coach is all about being positive, supportive, and really focused on your goals. They should be respectful, patient, and clear when they talk to you.
So, I contacted a few places, no names mentioned, just to keep things clean. First, I tried to chat with them to get a feel for what they offer. I asked them what I could do to get better at the things I wanted to improve on. Like, I wanted to get better at public speaking, so I was all ears for some tips.
The good ones were pretty inspiring. They made me feel like I could actually do this stuff. They were all about keeping you pumped up and holding you to your goals. One coach told me, “Stand tall, keep the ball at your hip, and be an active listener with great eye contact.” Sound advice, right?
But, oh boy, some of these coaches were just not it. Bad communication, super strict with their methods, and it felt like they didn’t really know what they were doing. I mean, if you’re paying for help, you want someone who knows their stuff, right?
- One coach was super rigid. It was their way or the highway, no room for my own ideas.
- Another one, gosh, they couldn’t explain things clearly if their life depended on it.
- And don’t get me started on the one who seemed like they were just winging it. No real plan, no real expertise.
In the end, I did find a coach who seemed to get it. They were knowledgeable, they listened, and they adapted to what I needed. It was a relief, to say the least. They gave me some solid advice and helped me set some achievable goals. It wasn’t a magic fix, but it was a start.
The Bottom Line
If you’re thinking about getting a life coach, just be ready to do some digging. There are some great ones out there, but you gotta wade through the not-so-great ones to find them. It’s all about finding someone who clicks with you and can really help you get to where you want to be.
It’s a bit of a gamble, but when you find the right person, it can make a real difference. Just keep your eyes open, ask lots of questions, and trust your gut. Good luck!
