What separates good coaches from truly great ones? It's not what most people think. If you're a new coach wondering whether you need more certifications, advanced techniques, or specialized tools, this episode will shift your perspective completely.

Host Rick Taylar reveals the five core traits every exceptional coach develops, and they have nothing to do with your credentials. Through real coaching stories and practical insights, you'll discover why great coaching comes from who you are, not just what you know. This episode also exposes the three critical mistakes that sabotage new coaches before they even get started, helping you avoid the pitfalls that derail promising coaching careers.

Whether you're just starting your coaching journey or feeling like something's missing in your practice, this conversation will give you clarity on what truly matters. You'll walk away with actionable strategies to develop these essential traits and the confidence to trust your natural coaching instincts.

• Master deep listening by focusing on what's not being said, including pauses, voice changes, and emotional undertones rather than just waiting for your turn to speak
• Embrace strategic silence by counting to seven after asking questions, creating sacred space where clients can think deeper than their surface responses
• Cultivate genuine curiosity about your client's world instead of trying to fix or change them, asking "Tell me more about that" rather than leading them toward predetermined solutions
• Establish clear boundaries by knowing your scope, saying "I don't know" when appropriate, and referring clients to other resources when needed
• Hold unwavering belief in your client's potential even when they can't see it themselves, coaching their identity and future possibilities, not just their current challenges

Ready to develop these game-changing traits?

Start with one seven-second pause after your next coaching question and notice what emerges in that space.

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