What it's really like to be a coach

What It’s Really Like to Be a Coach

You’re probably wondering what the day to day of being a life coach is like—how you’ll spend your time, what you’ll focus on, and more. In reality, every coach would tell a different version of the “what it’s really like to be a coach” story, because coaches operate their careers in different ways. Some work solely with one-on-one coaching clients, others mix in programs or retreats, other coaches get contracts to work within organizations as an executive coach.

This means that you’ve got a lot of freedom to decide how it is that you want to operate. This means that you are in the driver’s seat of your career and can structure your days accordingly.

What’s it really like to be a coach—not just the Instagram version?

In this episode of The Craft of Coaching, we pull back the curtain on the day-to-day reality of running a coaching practice. From the emotional highs of breakthroughs to the quiet, unglamorous behind-the-scenes work, you’ll hear the truth about what this career actually involves.

We’ll talk about the unexpected challenges, the moments of deep fulfillment, and what it means to hold space for others while managing your own growth.

If you’re wondering whether coaching is your path, this is the episode to ground your decision.