Episode 264 - The Realities of Being a Coach: My Honest Answers About Money, Clients, and Challenges
From time to time, clients and listeners get curious about my work as a career coach, especially when they hear I’m about to travel or work remotely. I decided to dedicate this blog to answering some common questions I receive. If you’re thinking of pursuing a career in coaching or are interested in the entrepreneurial side of career coaching, this is for you. Here, I share my insights, experiences, and actionable advice to help you understand what it's like to build a business as a career coach and how I’ve made it work.
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Timestamps to guide your listening:
- 00:00 Introduction to My Career Coaching Journey
- 00:25 The Role of the Job Hunting Podcast
- 00:47 Answering Common Questions from Clients
- 01:58 Monetizing the Podcast
- 05:30 Balancing Coaching and Business
- 08:38 Starting from Scratch: My Coaching Business
- 11:53 Finding and Managing Clients
- 14:07 Financial Security and Career Transition
- 18:06 Ethical Coaching Practices
- 20:40 Managing Client Sessions
- 22:10 Managing a Flexible Work Schedule
- 23:26 Reflecting on Corporate Life
- 29:21 Balancing Coaching and Personal Life
- 34:58 Pricing Strategies for Coaching
- 37:52 Tips for Being a Digital Nomad
- 41:07 Conclusion and Farewell
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About the host, Renata Bernarde
Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress.
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