Christian Life Coach Resources
If you are a new life coach, or are considering becoming a Christian life coach, this is where you want to be! This site offers resources that will help light the path as you go forward on your coaching journey.
As a Certified Life Coach who is a Christian, I have sorted through many resources and listed those here as being very helpful to my own entrance into the profession five years ago, as well as to my current clients who are new coaches. The resources recommended reflect my belief that it is important for Christian life coaches to know the coaching profession, to pursue professional training and certification, and to establish meaningful and profitable businesses.
I am passionate about encouraging Christians - those who are called - to enter into the profession and thrive in business and ministry. God guide you as you make your decision to become a Christian life coach. And, if you are just starting out, be blessed as you step into the next chapter of the exciting life for which you were created!
P.S. I am not suggesting you need to purchase all these resources! Please identify what is relevant to your current situation. Then, carefully choose which resources will meet your unique needs. Not all the resources below are specifically identified as "Christian." However, as a Christian life coach, you can certainly make use of these resources.
Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you prefer to use non-affiliate links, click here.
Learn about Christian Coaching
If you are just starting to consider coaching, this book is a great place to start! It is an excellent overview of the coaching profession. It discusses the integration of Christian faith with the practice of coaching. There is no other book like it - this is an excellent resource!
Connect with Christian Coaches
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Connecting with the greater community of Christian coaches multiplies your opportunities to thrive as a coach. CCN is an international professional association of Christian coaches who have a variety of coaching specialities, backgrounds, and interests. It's a great place to get connected!
Learn About the Coaching Profession
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Knowing the profession maximizes your effectiveness as a coach. Familiarize yourself with the International Coach Federation (ICF), which is the professional organization that has been around the longest and provides structure to the profession. ICF certifies coaches and awards accreditation to coaching programs.
Research the Coaching Profession
I love this resource - an ebook that helped me think through what training I would choose. In addition to providing an overview of the profession, it compares and contrasts training programs and it's regularly updated!
Christian Life Coach Training
The Institute for Life Coach Training (ILCT)
The Christian Track with the Institute for Life Coach Training is the first ICF certified coach training program that is taught from a Christian perspective. When you get to the site, click on "courses" and you'll find the Christian Track.
General Text Books on Life Coaching
Life Coach Business Building Resources
The multiple streams strategy is the hot new topic in the coaching marketing talk. I recommend the book Multiple Streams of Coaching Income by Andrea J. Lee and can be purchased at her site.
Life Coaching Client Resources
eLifePlans is an online life planning tool that provides an easy way for clients to quickly order goals and create a plan. It's a great tool to practically order dreams, facilitate passionate pursuits and illuminate paths to greater purpose.
The Path is a great book to use with clients who want to create life mission and vision statements.
Non Affiliate Links
Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means if you choose to buy the product I will receive a small fee. I have only recommended resources that I have personally found helpful. However, if you prefer to use the links below and purchase the same product, you will be charged the same amount (as far as I know) but I will not receive compensation. Of course, this is entirely your choice, and I will never know what you choose. My primary goal is to offer you helpful resources, rather than to be compensated for your purchase.
How to Become a Coach by Sue Bond
The Institute for Life Coach Training
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