It’s always great to get recognition and a little publicity about your work. On September 24th an article about dating coaches in the DC area was published on the front page of the Washington Post. To read the article go to: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/09/23/AR2008092303669.html?hpid=topnews
So the good news is the mention of my client who was successful at 40 years old meeting and marrying a wonderful person. Yes, the happy couple had their picture in the paper! I don’t quite understand how my clients who share their stories always seem to get their picture in the paper and not their illustrious coach!
How my story was portrayed was not quite accurate. As a certified coach (and I was the only certified life coach in the article who had any coach training) I do not give relationship advice to my clients on important decisions like who they should marry. The coaching methodology is one that helps the client come to their own conclusions. By working on his values, life goals, and non-negotiables, he realized his girlfriend had the qualities he was looking for in a mate. And he was very attracted to her, as well. That sounds like a winning combination to me!
I view my clients as resourceful and creative. They make their own decisions. I just give them the tools to help them make the best decisions possible.
I am grateful for the mention in the Post. It does show that I am viewed as a top coach in the DC area. My record speaks for itself.
I just attended the wedding of a male 40-something widowed client who worked with me for about six months a couple of years ago. He was in a love relationship with a woman that I will call an “almost” relationship. Through the coaching, he came to the conclusion that this love relationship was not serving him for the long run and he ended up leaving the relationship during our coaching work together. From me, he got the tools, tips, and direction he needed to go out on his own and meet his bride-to-be. He met his new bride on eHarmony. I helped him with his internet essays and suggested he get a new picture that showed him to be more attractive.
Helping others reach their goals and living their desired lives is very rewarding for me. If you want to see what coaching is all about, contact me for a complimentary coaching session.