Mastering Coaching Skills 272. Why You Don't Need to Have It All Together to Show Up for Your Clients
Jan 13, 2026
A coach shares a real-time vulnerable moment about leading a major workshop while feeling unprepared. She explores overwhelm, imposter thoughts, and choosing generosity over perfection. Listeners hear how presence, listening, and small choices created unexpected impact. The story highlights why showing up imperfectly can still offer meaningful value.
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Anchor Yourself With One Thought
- Find one simple guiding thought before a session to anchor your presence and reduce overwhelm.
- Write it down and refer to it during the session to stay focused on serving clients.
When Inner Story Blocks Praise
- When a coach's internal narrative clashes with client feedback, compliments can feel unbelievable and be deflected.
- That mismatch explains why capable coaches sometimes interrupt or dismiss positive feedback in the moment.
Email That Changed Everything
- Lindsay received a heartfelt email from an attendee who released years of stuckness after the workshop.
- The message moved her to tears and reminded her why she does coaching work.