10 things you may not know about life coaching | What is life coaching & how it works

9/5/2014

Even though life coaching has been around for decades, during the last year of my coaching practice, I realised how little people actually know about what life coaching is and how it can help them get more satisfaction, not to mention joy, out of life.

Most of my clients are a lot like myself a few years back. They have everything they thought they should have and still feel dissatisfied {ring any bells?}. What they need is a change and sooner or later they bump onto this site, still without having a clear idea of how life coaching can help them, but they take the leap anyway and buy the Inspired for Life Coaching Pack.

10 things you need to know about life coaching

Thinking about Hiring a Coach? Read this list of 10 thing you may not know about life coaching.

But before they make that life changing mouse click, as they are still hovering over that BUY button, not yet having the knowledge and first hand experience of how life coaching can help them get from stuck, to moving, growing and chaining, this is what they usually think:

"Will this help me turn my life around?"
"What if coaching is not for me?"
"What if I don’t see any results and find myself both stuck AND resentful?"

So, today I'm sharing with you, 10 things, you might not know about life coaching, to help you better understand how it can help you start moving forward, into the life you want.

Allow me to begin with some breaking news...

1. You do not NEED life coaching. No one does. But if you want to accelerate your growth and take your life from good to sensational, coaching will greatly benefit you. Scouts honour.

2. Coaching will not create an extraordinary life for you. You will. And it all starts with your burning desire to change, grow and evolve. If you're ok with settling for less than you know you deserve, coaching might not be a great fit for you.

3. Coaching is not therapy, mentoring, consulting or counselling. A coach will not heal your emotional traumas, will not hand you all the answers and will not tell you what to do.

4. You can use coaching to take a snap-shot of your life, as it is in this moment and briefly look at your journey here, from a new, overwhelm-free perspective, but do not expect to stay there too long. Coaching is future-based and during coaching, your energy will be focused towards what could be rather than what has been.

5. What most people lack in life, is a clear, spine-tingling vision, of what their ideal life looks and feels like. Sure, we all have a vague idea of success but what does being successful really means to you? Not your parents, not your partner, not your boss, YOU. Coaching can help you create your own definition of success and if you want to thrive in life and business, on your own terms, coaching might be just what you need.

Coaching will not create an extraordinary life for you. You will.[tweet this]

6. Once you have a clear understanding of where you want to be in life, coaching can help you become more self aware, so that you can better utilise your strengths, explore new opportunities, experiment with different approaches, devise new strategies to overcome barriers and develop plans to reach your goals.

7. Coaching loves action! Be prepared to do some homework, take specific action steps and try new ways of thinking and doing things. Having access to effective coaching tools and resources will also help accelerate the process of reaching your goals, while the encouragement and support of your coach, can prove to be invaluable.

8. By breaking everything down, into the next action, coaching can be profoundly useful for people who feel stuck, lack direction, in their personal or professional life or are mastering the art of procrastination. No action is too small for coaching and tiny-mini-baby steps are celebrated and acknowledged because it is these small everyday wins, that pave the way to larger more meaningful victories.

9. When you are actively involved in the process of changing your own life, instead of passively living through it, a fair amount of fear, anxiety, overwhelm and vulnerability, can be created and you might be tempted to look for reasons, not to have to change a.k.a. to quit. In a coaching partnership you always have permission to relax, a bit. Take some time to let everything sink in and make things work for you, instead of against you.

And finally...

10. Coaching is FUN, not to mention rewarding. Think about it, you grant yourself permission {maybe even for the first time, in forever} to be genuinely YOU. To use your wants and desires, as your baseline to design and build your new life. You are freeing yourself from limiting beliefs and disempowering thoughts and you get to witness your own transformation into a happier, more fulfilled person. How cool is that?

I know I am biassed when I say that hiring a life coach, can be one of the best investments, you’ll ever make, in yourself but it is.

And if you don’t want to take my word for it, why don’t you try coaching on, to get a first-hand experience, of what it feels like being coached, being supported and encouraged to identify your dreams, pinpoint what’s blocking you from achieving them and then develop specific steps to make them a reality.

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About Me

Hi, I'm Nichole, and I am a personal motivator and coach, passionate about reigniting the spark in people both in life and business. My specialty? Getting people to ACT by breaking anything down, into to the next action!

I work with passion driven women to help them set their priorities straight and and thrive in life and business, on their own terms.

Connect with me on Facebook or email me at nichole@take-ten.com

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Dream big play the billionaire game

5/16/2014

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Over the last year and a half, I have created a lot of worksheets, guides and games {Oh yeah, games) to lift my private clients out of the noise of everyday hassle, help them set their priorities straight and thrive in life and business, on their own terms.

Helping them inject creativity into different aspects of their lives and making personal success an intentional, controllable act, rather than a series of lucky breaks, has become my personal purpose and since thinking out of the box is my thing, I tend to go “off-script”, a LOT and that’s how the following exercise was born.

Behold, The Billionaire Game.

I have been using this game with my clients for over a year now and I can promise you, that it works like a charm! I have people calling me months after they’ve played the game, excited about all the things they managed to attract, manifest or consciously bring into their lives, things they put on their Billionaire Game list, months ago, from great job opportunities to ah-mazing gifts or unexpected vacations. I like to think of it as a big magnet pulling me in the right direction.

So what do you say? Are you ready to create your billionaire list?

To play the game, all you have to do is take some time, away from distractions, ideally outside your house or office, in a place that makes you feel relaxed, like your local Starbucks cafe or your favourite brunch place, grab a pen and write down 100 things you want to be, do or have in your life.

It really is that simple.

By believing passionately in something that still does not exist, we create it.[tweet this]

YOU WILL NEED
An hour of your time, the Billionaire Game play-sheet and a pen, oh and a lot of imagination.

THE RULES
The Billionaire Game only has two rules.

Whatever you put down on paper, needs to be something you want to have, be or do. YOU. Not your spouse, not your mom, not your boss. You. And I’m only saying that again and again because when you stop going after things you feel like you should want to go after and actually start looking for the things you do want, life gets a whole lot easier. So, just to be clear, nothing gets on the list, unless its something YOU really want. Period.

AND…

There are no limits to what you can put on your list. Really. Money is not an issue for you anymore. It's time to be bold, baby. Dream big. You can have, be and do, anything that makes your heart sing and money can buy. Anything. So, don’t try to be realistic or limit your self in any way. Fun times!

Are you game?
I sure hope so!

>>> Download your Billionaire Game PlaySheet and lets get rolling. <<<

100 things might not sound like a lot now, but after putting down the first 20 maybe 30 items on your list, you might feel stuck or totally uninspired. No worries, just listen to some music, pour yourself a cup of tea or a glass of wine, take a walk or dance for a few minutes. And if you still need more inspiration, visit pinterest and search for “bucket list” or “billionaire lifestyle” boards. Get inspired and then come back and continue working on your list.

Once you have your list you will feel inspired, and elevated. You might even realise there are things on your list that you could cross off, in less than a week or even sooner. How good does that feel?

In last pages of your PlaySheet you will find instructions on how to make the best of your Billionaire List and take the exercise one step further.

And of course as always I would love, love to hear from you.
And if you enjoyed playing the billionaire game, why don’t you share it with your friends?

Make Today Count,

About Me

Hi, I'm Nichole, and I am a personal motivator and coach, passionate about reigniting the spark in people both in life and business. My specialty? Getting people to ACT by breaking anything down, into to the next action!

I work with passion driven women to help them set their priorities straight and and thrive in life and business, on their own terms.

Connect with me on Facebook or email me at nichole@take-ten.com

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Getting Unstuck 101 | Stop the Mind Chatter, Ask the Right Questions.

5/2/2014

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So you are stuck, -which by the way is a classic sign you’re too close to making something BIG happen-, you feel overwhelmed, your energy is low and your mind chatter is so loud that nothing makes sense anymore and you can't feel anything other than frustration and tension.

You are thinking:
“I feel so lonely.”
“I hate my job.”
“My relationship sucks.”
“I can’t afford to buy this car.”

And the list goes on and on.

The mental chatter gets louder, your confidence takes a big hit and your find yourself trapped in inactivity, stuck, tangled and disempowered.

Getting Unstuck 101. Changing Your Perspective From Victim to Hero

Before accepting this as your new normal, I have a suggestion for you. A super easy technique, I use with all my clients, to get them unstuck, in just seconds, by interrupting their the mental chatter and changing their perspective, from victim to hero!

WARNING! Major Breakthrough Coming Up!

Rephrase your worry into an empowering question. [tweet this]

Let me say that, one more time.

Rephrase your worry into an empowering question.

When your inner critic is hard at work, creating drama, sabotaging your growth and turning up the volume of negative mind chatter, all you have to do is take a breather to interrupt the pity party, ask yourself one simple question and then wait for your inner guru to take charge and help you see possibility where there was none. Then focus on that one, simple next step, in front of you and take action. That’s it. Getting unstuck 101.

Let’s see how it works with one of the paralysing thoughts above, shall we?

It’s Monday morning and you are feeling stuck and overwhelmed thinking “I hate my job, my boss does not appreciate what I do, the money aren’t enough etc” and before you know it, you are literally spiraling into a depressed state and your whole day is ruined.

Luckily enough, you now have a remarkable technique, right at your fingertips!

So, after noticing the negative mind chatter, give yourself a few minutes to take 3-5 deep breaths and then rephrase what your inner gremlin just said into an empowering question, such as “What is the first thing I could do today, that will get me closer to finding a new job, that I would love and in which I will feel appreciated and financially secure?”

And then wait.

It might take a few seconds or a few minutes but the answer will come, in the form of some sort of action or another and instead of spiralling into self-doubt you will now have a chance to actually deal with the challenge itself by taking ACTION. Action creates the momentum you need, to get to the next step!

It’s easy to remember, simple to apply and will transform the way you experience life’s hiccups.
Give it a try, it will amaze you.

Are you ready to get Unstuck & be Inspired for Life?

The Inspired for Life Sessions,
will help you up your game and live your best life!

What are you waiting for?

Jump on this chance and Be Inspired for Life!

I’d love to hear from you.
What empowering question can you use to get you unstuck, today?

Remember, your comment might inspire someone else to take action and get unstuck too, so please share your thoughts with us.

Make Today Count.

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STOP PROCRASTINATING YOUR PRODUCT OR SERVICE LAUNCH | overcome perfectionism

4/11/2014

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I know how putting off some of the most important tasks of your day feels like.

I know the feeling of shame that comes when even though you know exactly what you should be doing, you end up aimlessly surfing the web or killing time on social media, for far too long.

I know the guilt that comes after the business day is behind you and you still carry that burning task in your head, thinking you should have gone for it already.

I have been stuck in that back hole where procrastination and perfectionism meet one another and I know how easy it is to get sucked in it and lose your sense of clarity and focus, comfortably wrapped in a blanket of inaction.

Kick Perfectionism | Make Peace with Change | Blog Post | TakeTen Coaching

I do. I really do. 

Here’s how the story plays out for most of us, heart-driven entrepreneurs, when it comes to launching a new product, service, course, it doesn't really matter what it is, to be honest.

AT THE BEGINNING…
You are terrified of change. You know your life will change after the launch. That’s probably what's stopping you from hitting “Publish” in the first place. It's easier to stay where you are. It feels safe and you are willing to miss out on greatness, just so that you can hold on to that awkward safety, for a little bit longer.

BESIDES…
Your product or service is majorly lacking, in one way or another. Nothing is ever good enough for you. You have unrealistic expectations for yourself, your team, your products, your services, you name it. You are constantly preparing and you can’t seem to bring yourself to launch your new product, or write that proposal, no matter what.

AND THEN…
Your “what-ifs” are killing your enthusiasm. When everything is ready to go, and your product or service is one click away from being published and shared with your tribe, the “what-ifs” enter the scene, killing your buzz and stopping you in your tracks. You are suddenly scared of being judged by your peers, ridiculed by your clients, laugher at even. What if people hate you? What if they put you down? What if they question your authority to create such a product or service? What if?

WHICH LEADS TO…
Throwing too many, pity-parties for yourself. You’re always thinking of how you’ll never be good enough, savvy enough, happy enough or satisfied enough. You work on creating something awesome, only to spend the next weeks beating yourself up about it, thinking how you will never be able to pull it off.

Sounds just about right, doesn’t it?

Well, luckily enough, I also know, how liberating it feels when you actually push through your fears, bypass your perfectionism, get rid of your procrastination habit and actually put yourself out there, take action and follow your bliss.

That’s why I want to help you push through, whatever it is that’s keeping you from launching your new product, service, course, anything really.

Kick perfectionism to the curb. Reclaim your inner awesome.[tweet this]

So, here goes:

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Make peace with change.
We all change, we grow, it’s part of life, it’s part of who we are as humans. Our needs change, our dreams evolve, new possibilities emerge. Take baby steps to pave your new path, if you have to, but don’t keep yourself locked in “what was”.

End your pursuit of perfectionism.
Even if your product or service doesn’t seem quite perfect to you, there are people out there that can benefit from it, right now. So, kick perfectionism to the curb and click submit, publish, send. Start before you're ready. There is no perfect time, you just have to dive in.

Accept the inevitability of making mistakes.
What if everything goes smoothly? What if launching this product or service is the best thing you have done in a while? What if people love it, exactly the way it is? Don’t let the illusion of fear, stop you from testing the boundaries of possibility, accept the inevitability of making mistakes and go for it anyway.

Reclaim your inner awesome.
And girl, don’t even get me started on the pity parties. You are worthy of love, joy, abundance, fulfilment. So, don’t sell yourself short, stretch your comfort zone and reclaim your inner awesome.

You already have exactly what you need to succeed wildly in your business and live your bliss.

I want you to be the girl who sticks it out and makes her dreams come true.

I did it. And I know you can do it too. So, let’s get moving already.

Make Today Count.

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FACING YOUR FEARS, CHASING YOUR DREAMS AND MY PERSONAL MANIFESTO

3/27/2014

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You have a big dream.

I know you do.

I also know that whenever you think about your big juicy dream you can’t help but think about failing, getting hurt or being embarrassed.

It’s part of being human.

Whenever I find myself second guessing my dreams, feeling like a victim to my circumstances, this personal manifesto I’ve written a few years back, comes to my rescue.

Push through your fears. Find your own path. Express your unique brilliance through your work.[tweet this]

Today be brave.

Be patient with yourself.

Claim control over your life and business. Be deeply, wildly proud of your achievements. Stop pressuring yourself to be perfect.

Define success on your own terms. Stop selling yourself short. Never settle for less than you deserve.

Push through your fears. Find your own path. Express your unique brilliance through your work.

Invest your time wisely. Know your personal priorities. Give yourself permission to be incredibly happy. Cultivate healthy, loving, supportive relationships.

Turn your focus inward. Awaken your intuition. Trust your gut. Listen to your soul.
Believe in the greatness within you. Speak your truth.

Are you ready and willing to live you A Life?

The Inspired for Life Sessions,
will help you up your game and live your best life!

What are you waiting for?

Jump on this chance and Be Inspired for Life!

The road to success is paved with stumbling blocks of all kinds and sometimes the going gets tough and giving up or crawling back to the cosiness of your comfort zone, seems like a great idea.

It isn't.

Remember, you are so much more than your current circumstances.
So, give yourself some credit for everything you have already accomplished and keep going.

I'm here for you and I KNOW you are so much closer to living your dreams than you think.

Your best life awaits you on the other side of fear. Take the leap.

Make Today Count.

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START EACH DAY WITH A POSITIVE ATTITUDE USING POWERFUL AFFIRMATIONS

3/21/2014

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Affirmations can be extremely helpful in cultivating a positive mental attitude towards life and creating a mindset of happiness.

In this post I am sharing with you 5 powerful personal affirmations, from The Little Book of Affirmations {you can download your FREE copy here}.

Fell free to use them, print them, pin them or share them with your fiends and family. When used correctly, affirmations can work wonders combined with your termination to become a happier individual.

Simply choose a positive affirmation the feels right to you, make a daily habit of repeating it with feeling and conviction and notice the difference in your life.

I expand my comfort zone in small ways, every day. TakeTen Coaching

I expand my comfort zone in small ways, every day.[tweet this]

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You Are A Winner! CELEBRATE YOUR WINS. You Are Rocking This World The Right Way.

3/8/2014

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You are a winner.

Yes, YOU.

You, with the gentle heart, the big dream, the burning desire to create and lead.

You are brave and vulnerable, you learn and grow every day and yet you still cannot see it.

YOU are a winner.

You tend to underestimate your wins. Try to sweep them under the rug, dismiss them as unimportant or insignificant.

Stop Doing That.

Breathe in your victories, breathe out your mistakes. positive quote take ten coaching

Time to Celebrate Your Wins.

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Why Having A Plan B {in Life and Business} Sucks | Ditch Your Plan B, Live Your Best Life

2/21/2014

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How many times growing up did you tell your parents about your dreams of being a professional dancer, a tennis player, a writer, a rock start, or an actor?

We all have dreams and goals that we would love to achieve, and when we decide to share those dreams with others {especially our parents} we are generally told to go for it, BUT to make sure that we have something to fall back on, just in case.

Sounds familiar?

Owning your Plan A, is the best course of action, with Plan B nothing more than a monkey on your back preventing you from getting to where you want to go.

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How to Deal with Criticism in Life and Business | A 6 Step, Process to Help you Handle Conflict with Grace

1/31/2014

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It doesn't matter if you think your life or business is perfect, if you have high self confidence or if you have just been awarded with the business woman of the year award.

No matter who you are, you have been criticised for your choices, your decisions and your actions, more than once, in the past and you will be again, in the future.

That’s just how it is.

Yes, for all of us.

It is absolutely impossible to get through life without receiving criticism of some form or another.

Some of it will be easy to shrug off and some won’t.

And when it comes to our work ethics, business decisions and career choices, most of us find criticism harder to swallow than a hedgehog wrapped in foil.

And even though criticism is inevitable in every aspect of your life, in the competitive business arena, some people will do anything to get ahead, even if that means throwing you under the bus to get there.

So, the next time you are being criticised, instead of feeling hurt, angry or overwhelmed, try using the following tips, to help you handle conflict with grace!

There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing and be nothing. [tweet this]

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5 Time Management Tips Every Solopreneur Should Know

1/17/2014

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There is an old saying that tells us that time is money, which is very much the case of the average solopreneur. One of the hardest tasks a small business owner has to face is effectively managing their time so that they can properly build their business and make money.

Being the owner often means wearing several different hats, which means that time becomes all the more valuable as you juggle all the jobs.

It doesn’t have to be that way, though, especially if you follow these 5 time management tips...

5 Time Management Tips Every Solopreneur Should Know

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Thinking about Hiring a Coach? Read this list of 10 thing you may not know about life coaching.

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Behold, The Billionaire Game.

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Getting Unstuck 101. Changing Your Perspective From Victim to Hero

STOP PROCRASTINATING YOUR PRODUCT OR SERVICE LAUNCH | overcome perfectionism

FACING YOUR FEARS, CHASING YOUR DREAMS AND MY PERSONAL MANIFESTO

START EACH DAY WITH A POSITIVE ATTITUDE USING POWERFUL AFFIRMATIONS

You Are A Winner! CELEBRATE YOUR WINS. You Are Rocking This World The Right Way.

Time to Celebrate Your Wins.

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Owning your Plan A, is the best course of action, with Plan B nothing more than a monkey on your back preventing you from getting to where you want to go.

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