How to Evaluate a Coaching Certification

Do you actually need a coaching certification? Technically, no. Life coaching is unregulated, and nobody can stop you from hanging a shingle. But I really don't recommend skipping it, and in this episode I break down exactly why, and how to find the right one.

There are three categories of certification programs: university-based, ICF-accredited, and independent. Each has tradeoffs, and I walk you through what each is actually good for. Then I give you the five questions I think every aspiring coach should ask before enrolling anywhere. Spoiler: a grab bag of tools is not...