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Nonverbal communication accounts for most of our daily communication. The actual words are simply a more organized version of communication, but our nonverbal cues are even more important. In a coaching setting, understanding these nonverbal cues is essential to being a great coach.
However, there are plenty of other occasions in which it is important to understand the use of nonverbal cues, such as promoting a product or service, teaching, emailing your lead list, responding to a complaint, making a complaint, etc.
Wait, some of those examples involve written text! Is it possible to use nonverbal communication in your writing?
To answer this, we must first understand nonverbal cues and how they are used.
Nonverbal cues include how you use your words, pauses in your speech, the tone of your voice, changes in tempo or pitch, emphasis on words, facial expressions, eye contact, how you sit, where you sit in proximity to others… It is literally EVERYTHING except the definition of the words themselves.
So, how can you use nonverbal communication in text if all the reader sees are the written words?
The first step to understanding how to use nonverbal communication in your written materials is to understand the cues you are already using! Once you examine what you are doing now, you will have a better sense of what you can improve.
Here we have listed some of the most common nonverbal cues that are used in written materials.
Word Choice:
Choosing to use emotional words will help your readers feel your message and will allow them to essentially ‘see’ what your facial expressions might look like if you were speaking these words. An example might be to use the word “ecstatic” rather than “glad”.
You can also paint a visual picture by using descriptive words to convey a message. The very things you choose to describe tell a lot about you and your message. If you say, “Last night, I was in class and learned about coaching”, your message is pretty straightforward. However, you may choose to say, “The sun had just dipped under the horizon, but my day was not yet done. I attended a coaching class online, and while the skies were dark, my internal light was shining bright! I learned so much about coaching, that I could not wait for the sun to rise again so that I could practice my new skills.”
Not only do these examples include words with different definitions, the fact that they were chosen sends a message to your readers about your emotions and what you value as important parts of the story or concept you are describing.
Explanation:
If you are not sure that your message is expressing the right nonverbal cues, take some time to explain your intent, emotion, etc.
For example, “If you could see my face right now, you would see a HUGE smile!” or “I chuckle when I say…”
Repetition:
Another way to show emphasis or importance is by repeating your words. While there is great meaning to the words written, the emphasis is in the repetition… the emphasis is in the repetition.
Bold, Italics, Underline:
If you want to stress the importance of a single word, using any of these three functions is a great option. These nonverbal cues can also communicate that a sentence is a thought or a quote. I wonder if this is being properly communicated as a thought.
Font, Text Size, Text Colors:
Some fonts give a playful feel to your text. Others are more professional, casual, fancy, or even personal.
Changing the color of your text can also give your message a different mood. Sometimes, you may change the color of a word or two for emphasis, distinction, or categorization.
You can also use different sizes of text to convey different nonverbal cues. ALL CAPS is great for emphasis and is commonly synonymous with SHOUTING. This is why when you get an email or text in all capital letters, you sometimes feel worried for a split second that the person who sent it to you might be angry or upset.
Punctuation:
In this case, we are referring to punctuation beyond the period, question mark, and exclamation point. You can use other punctuation to. My personal favorite is …
No, that was it. “…” Those three little dots can create suspense, denote a pause, emphasize, and show emotion. It is also great when you feel like a sentence does not need to actually be finished because your reader will already knows or can guess the rest of the thought. I would reiterate this point but…
Emoticons:
These are great for casual emails, text messages, posts, and blogs. They are usually not good options for professional messages. You can insert a 
when you want to show that what you are saying is to be taken in a nice way. Most likely, you are familiar with emoticons. Many instant messaging programs have created animated versions of these emoticons that communicate hugs, kisses, happiness, sadness, boredom, celebration… almost any emotion!
It is important to be careful with emoticons. For example, if you make a statement that is blatantly rude, adding a at the end might be considered insulting or confusing. Make sure that if you message is important, that you are using other nonverbal cues that match your emoticon. What are some other ways you can communicate a smile without using ?
Other things to think about:
*Physical organization of text (layout)
*Content organization
*Grammar
*Frequency of sending emails, posting, etc
What are some other nonverbal cues you can think of that will help you send a message through your written words?
Have you had any experiences when someone has tried to write to you, and it came off in a negative way?
How many times have your written materials been misinterpreted? What can you do next time to ensure that your message is heard clearly and correctly?
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Alexa Divett
Are you staring at the map to your success,
but aren’t sure which way is north?
Find out why these clients are finding their
‘compass rose’ in Alexa Divett of Coaching Cognition.
“Even a coach who just allowed you to share your thoughts would be a benefit, but a coach who knows how to facilitate your own ability to draw out your solutions with the right questions is priceless… Alexa’s continued guidance in our second session brought more sense to what I needed to do and gave me motivation that I needed to follow-thru. Trying to find my “niche” was not so confusing anymore. It’s a whole lot clearer now!” – Fran Gourdet
“Alexa helped me to focus in on finding my niche within the first ten minutes! It is very obvious Alexa knows and likes what she is doing. Alexa concentrated on where I am at, not where SHE thinks I should be. I would recommend coaching to anyone that needs to focus or has hit a wall. I would rate* this higher if there were more numbers.” –Doug Hocker
*[the rating system is 1 – 5 stars]
“Alexa was totally present for me in our coaching session. She helped me access some emotional issues that I wasn’t aware were affecting my business at the moment… Alexa did an excellent job of drawing me out and helping me find a plan to move forward. She also offered a good strategy for me to try to get a handle on my overwhelm issues.” – Claire Covington
“I feel I am much clearer and have a course of action for moving forward. I had been overwhelmed and found myself going off in 50 different directions and Alexa was able to ask questions that gave me a definite course of action bsed on my strengths and needs. My sense of overwhelm has turned into purpose with direction. Thank you Alexa!” – Phyllis Mullins
Alexa Divett of Coaching Cognition, a coach with the ability to reach inside you and pull out the solutions to your success with carefully crafted questions. During coaching sessions with Alexa, her clients are getting organized, finding out what is blocking them from moving forward and taking action, or just moving faster than they thought possible.
You can experience this forward motion for yourself and your business by logging into your Renegade Professional Account and clicking on the Coaches icon on the main menu. Start navigating your roadmap to success today!
Looking for more information on how to approach the obstacles that every business owner faces from time to time? Read Kendall Silva’s article here at Renegade Professional News, “What will it take for you to ‘Risk’ Success?”
For more discussion on this, or to ask more questions about how coaching can help you succeed in life and business, join the community of Coaching Cognition coaches, students, clients, and friends on Facebook.
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Alexa Divett
I just had an inspiring interview with Alexa Divett, one of our coaches at Coaching Cognition. This is a woman with purpose, dedication, follow through, and the ability to help others find those qualities within themselves in all areas of life.
Her love for the coaching profession absolutely shines through. You can see that she believes in the process whole-heartedly and embraces the opportunity to use that process to help others. When you talk her, the energy and passion that radiates from within her gives you a sense of empowerment and confidence because you know that she is dedicated to her life’s role as a coach.
Alexa has elevated through the coaching levels at Coaching Cognition at an amazing pace and has proven that goal setting and taking action will bring you success. The coaching level system is a way to rank the coaches in terms of experience with Coaching Cognition. She discusses this in more detail in our interview.
She has a Health and Wellness coaching program that is great for entrepreneurs. Alexa explains that when we start our own business, the areas in which our lives are unbalanced suddenly become obvious. Many times, it is our health and wellness that is most effected because it is the area that many of us tend to ignore. Her description of how she uses health and wellness to allow for improvement in other important areas of life is inspiring.
Alexa will also add the element of ‘consultation’ to her sessions when it fits with the discussion. She finds that her clients really thrive on this format because sometimes it can be nice to brainstorm with someone else. Remember, consultation is different from coaching because consultation has a more directive approach that does not draw from the client’s own answers. Consulting has its place, and as long as a distinction is made at the time that coaching stops and consulting begins, which Alexa does, a client may get some great value from it.
Alexa Divett has teamed up with Curt Johnson and Mike Wilson to provide group coaching services for entrepreneurs, and the dynamic of these three coaches is a powerful combination. Because their styles and skill sets are so different, you are likely to discover the coaching style or approach that is the best fit for you. This is great for someone who has never received coaching services before and you are unsure of what kind of style will benefit you the most.
Alexa is a strong coach who can help you take your life and business to the next level by assessing where you are now, where you want to be, and making a plan to get you there. She said these words about coaching in our interview, which I found inspiring:
“Its about allowing the clients unique greatness to shine through
and then taking them to the next level based upon that greatness and
reminding them that they have it in them and
that they absolutely can do whatever they set their minds to”
Alexa Divett will help you discover your unique greatness, and when you are ready to go to the next level, Alexa will be a valuable guide and partner. Find her at the Coaching Cognition site by logging into your Renegade Professional account and clicking on the Coaches icon on the main menu. If Alexa does not show up on the first page, then click on Meet Our Coaches on the quick pick menu and find her on the list of coaches.
Looking for ways to take action, but aren’t sure which direction to go? Do you feel like there is nothing left to do about a certain situation, but you still feel the need to DO something? Get a sneak peak into the world of coaching and what it can do for you by accessing these free tools that will help you ‘coach’ yourself through it in Kendall Silva’s article, “What to DO When There’s ‘Nothing You Can Do’”.
Want to know more about coaching and connect with other coaches and coaches in training? Join our discussions on Facebook at the Coaching Cognition Page.
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Cindy Schulson Level 6 Coach
Coaching is an excellent tool to help you build your business and reach your goals faster than you ever thought possible. Instead of just forcing advice on you, coaches work with you to determine for yourself what your options are and which one will be best FOR YOU to pursue.
But don’t just take our word for it! See what other business owners and entrepreneurs are saying after experiencing just a few sessions with Cindy Schulson!
“Cindy’s expertise is helping me to define and refine who I am in order to clearly identify (fine tooth comb) who is my target niche market. Biggest takeaway is, If I could kick myself in the behind for not turning to Coaching Cognition sooner I would.” -Thelma Gima
“In the two sessions I have had with Cindy I have found that I have saved myself hours of work… Cindy worked with me with a problem I had and a fear I knew I had to work through. She guided me through that with questions that challenged me to be honest with myself and at the end of the session, I had clarity of what I wanted to do.” -Rosemary Leach
“My biggest takeaway is finding clarity. When I look for solutions on my own, my thoughts are all over the place and I just cannot focus because I am undecided. This had caused a blockage for me. Cindy has been able to help me find my own skills, experiences and passions which will enable me to move forward.” -Helen Wenley
“Cindy is absolutely the best thing I could have done for my business and myself. Her skills as a coach as well as her knowledge of how to make your business profitable are amazing.” –Pam McKeen
Not enough? Find these reviews and more on Cindy Schulson’s Feedback page at Coaching Cognition.
To learn more about Cindy, or to schedule a Free 15-Minute Introductory Session, go to Cindy Schulson’s profile at Coaching Cognition.
If you would like to know more about the Free 15 Minute Introductory Sessions, read the article, “What to Expect From Your 15-Minute Free Introductory Session with Coaches at Coaching Cognition”
For more information on how you can benefit from coaching, and how it compares to the more common method of asking for advice, read the article by Kendall Silva, “Who is the Expert?: Why Advice Doesn’t Offer Long-Term Value”.
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Cindy, this is really great! It has everything your prospective clients need to know, but is not a long, boring article. Very, Very Good.
Comment by David Enders, D.C. — April 11, 2010 @ 6:26 am
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Many thanks David. Although kudos go to Kendall Silva as I believe she is the one who wrote it. I didn’t know this article would appear – it was a really nice surprise.
thanks and warm wishes,
CindyComment by Cindy Schulson — April 11, 2010 @ 9:59 pm
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@ Cindy – Surprise!!!!
@ David & Cindy – I suppose I could pass along the kudos one more time to Cindy’s great clients who posted their feedback on her Coaching Cognition profile. I guess you could say I compiled the article.
Have a great week!!!
KendallComment by CoachingCognition — April 12, 2010 @ 12:58 am
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By Kendall Silva
Do you feel like you are constantly asking for help from others on how to grow your business, enrich your personal life, or solve problems?
Do you ask for advice from a friend, family member, or business advisor and feel that the advice is less than adequate? Perhaps the advice works out well for you, but then your circumstances and opportunities change and you are unsure how to approach this slightly different situation. Do you feel the need to seek advice once again?
What would happen if you were able to break free from the cycle and begin answering your own questions with confidence?
Before we get into that, let’s talk about the types of advice may seek as an entrepreneur. Regardless of what profession you have chosen, there are some things that most business owners will need to know how to do. Some examples include keeping track of business expenses, filling out tax forms, organizing employee and/or client information, or operating software programs.
These are all areas in which it may be helpful to hire a consultant who can give you specific instructions. Once you know how to do these things, the knowledge will stay with you, and you will not need to hire that consultant again until there is some new program or tax form with which you need to become familiar. If there is one way to do something, it follows that you may ask someone for step-by-step instruction.
This is why tax advice is so valuable. Most people do not know all of the tax laws, and for many, the forms themselves can be confusing. But each form fits a certain income profile, and is to be filled out a certain way. A tax advisor is an expert on tax laws, a subject so vast that for many it is worth more to hire an advisor once a year at minimal cost than to learn all those laws on their own.
Therefore, advice certainly has its advantages. But sometimes we are so used to asking for it, that we seek advice on other matters that run the risk of keeping us perpetually reliant on our advisors.
Some companies offer small business advice on subjects such as ‘making better decisions that generate more profit’ and ‘growing your business smartly’. They offer services from advisors and mentors to show you how to follow their path to success. Sounds enticing.
But what if their methods do not fit into your lifestyle and values? Suddenly this advice is not worth as much as you thought, and this can lead to feelings of self-doubt. Maybe I’m just not cut out to be an entrepreneur.
Or maybe their methods are working for you, but you have to be in constant contact with them to find out how they suggest you handle the next step, and the next, and the next…
The nature of an advisor or mentor embodies an ongoing need for their services. They simply do not give you the tools to be able to start answering your questions for yourself.
So what kind of support service will keep you from becoming dependent on the process?
A coach will help you answer your own questions by keeping the focus on YOU. They can help you explore and define your values, goals, and options. They will assist you in developing an action plan and making a commitment to progress while holding you accountable for your commitments.
The purpose of a coach is not just to help you reach your potential and achieve your goals, but also to help you learn how to do this for yourself. At some point, you will understand the coaching process to the extent that you can essentially coach yourself.
Coaches are some of the few service providers out there who strive to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence required to not need them anymore.
For more on alternatives to giving and getting advice, check out the article, Who is The Expert?: Why Advice Doesn’t Offer Long-Term Value by Kendall Silva.
Are you ready to find out more about how coaching can help you and your business? Log into your back office and click on the “Coaches” icon to access the Coaching Cognition home page. Under quick links, you can choose to “Meet our Coaches” so that you can learn more about each coach and schedule a Free 15-Minute Introductory Session to make sure it’s the right fit for you!
If you would like to discuss this topic, share personal stories, opinions, and thoughts or read about what others are saying, visit the Coaching Cognition Page.
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It’s so easy to fall into the advice mode when coaching. But I find that when the person is a friend, it’s even harder not to. We know the person and we think we know what could help them, so we give our 2 cents worth which may me something they don’t need.
Coaching has it’s challenges and I find that refraining from giving advice is the hardest one for me.
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Life coaching has exploded onto the reality television market, and the world is watching with their eyes and minds wide open. But are they getting an accurate portrayal of what life coaching is? Some coaches say no. Others suspect the reality show life coaches are actors with a script. Still others believe that only a specific type of life coach is being presented to the world.
Many of the life coaches on reality television take a very directive approach. Some ‘real-life’ coaches believe that this intense directive approach is too demanding and does not allow the answers to come from the within client. They refer to the reality show coaches as ‘drill sergeants’ and many believe that this image is hurting the coaching world because people are not getting an accurate idea of what life coaching really is.
So, what is a life coach… really?
A life coach works with clients to help them achieve goals by helping them define their values, making sure their goals align with those values, creating an action plan, and holding them accountable for that action plan.
The process is action oriented. This does not mean that a life coach tells you how to live a good life, but helps you decide for yourself what a “good life” means to you and how to achieve it. They are trained to listen, observe, give feedback, and ask powerful questions that get you thinking more deeply about what it is you really want and how to get it.
There are many different styles of coaching that are specific to each coach, and this is okay. Not everyone is the same, and the coaching styles can be as diverse as client personalities.
This is why it is so important for those seeking coaching to ‘try out’ (have free consultation sessions with) different coaches until you find one that fits you. For instance, Coaching Cognition coaches offer free 15 minute introductory sessions that allow you to get an idea of each coach’s style and personality.
The reality television market is obviously thriving on the directive in-your-face approach because it causes more confrontation that makes for great television. However, the fact that life coaches have such a strong presence in television is probably more important than the accuracy of the life coaches portrayed.
Perhaps the real question is how the image of life coaching in the media affects the real world of coaching.
The presence of life coaches on so many new reality shows is doing one important thing. It is telling the world that life coaching exists. Beyond that, most people are not getting the full picture of what life coaching really is, how they can benefit, or how to access services. But they are INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE.
So coaches can certainly leverage this publicity to give information to the masses whose ears are open, minds are primed to absorb, and desires are geared toward personal and professional success.
If you are a coach, this means it is time to start pumping out that information. Whether you believe the Hollywood image of coaching is accurate, partly accurate, or completely inaccurate, this is a perfect opportunity to share what you do, what your specialties are, and how you can help people achieve their goals. They are ready and eager to learn about you.
If you know little about coaching, but have been hearing bits and pieces of how you may benefit from getting a coach, becoming a coach, or just learning about the coaching process, you are encouraged to get out there and find out.
A great place to start is to visit the Coaching Cognition Facebook page where there is currently a lot of discussion on this very subject.
You can also learn more about how Coaching Cognition can help you take your life and your business to the next level by logging into your Renegade Pro back office and clicking the ‘Coaches’ icon.
To learn more about Life Coaching in Hollywood and in the media, read our related article, “Are Life Coaches the New TEACUP CHIHUAHUAS?: Pop culture connections and why you can find success in coaching”.
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As a student of Coaching Cognition, and I am learning the coaching principles you describe in relation to the client being the “expert” rather than the coach.
It seems to me, that the “drill sergeant” may have influence for a short while. But, wouldn’t you think that once the student moves on from that relationship it would be pretty hard to implement residual change when it doesn’t come from within.
Real change comes when a coach facilitates the client to find the answers for change for themselves from within themselves.
Comment by Pat Campbell — April 1, 2010 @ 4:22 pm
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I agree full heartedly with my fellow Coaching Cognition student,Pat;
Most people already have a boss…and certainly don’t need another one,especially when it comes to their lives.
…and it’s definately not a story of’I'll keep beating you until you’re motivated’Real change through coaching comes from those coaches listening(which is an artform all by itself) and asking the client questions to bring out the answers from within the clients themselves.
Even though the coach will be holding the client accountable,encourages them and walks alongside them in this development process,progress will be fully at the client’s pace and requirements.
Comment by Jan Robberts — April 2, 2010 @ 6:45 am
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It’s well worth the time to find a coach whose coaching style fits the client’s style. This relationship is one of the most important a person can make – that’s why most coaches offer a free introductory “get to know you” session – they realize how important it is that there be a good fit.
There are those who might need and want the drill sergeant approach — others want a more nurturing support. Either way, the object is to get them into action moving toward goals that are important to them and helping them live up to their own true potential.
Comment by Barbara Silva — April 2, 2010 @ 9:54 am
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What a great post! Media is certainly not doing a great job portraying Life Coaches. Many people think life coaches are all about some big talks and stealing big bucks from client’s pocket in a very legit way!
The closest example is my Hubby and I don’t blame him entirely. Obviously he got this perception through media. And there are lot of money sucking big names out there–right?
But what Coaching Cognition is doing is amazing! With such small price tag what a tremendous value you guys are offering! And love the community of coaches here.
Comment by Sanjida Hasnin — April 2, 2010 @ 12:11 pm
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One thing I’ve learned about coaches from the Renegade Professional community is how affordable they are. From the Hollywood perspective, I assumed a life coach would cost thousands of dollars–a possibility for Oprah or celebrities but not for ordinary people. It’s so great that I can get real help from trained coaches for less than dinner and a movie.
You can learn the technical aspects of internet or network marketing, but if your mind is holding you back, all the training in the world won’t make a difference.
I highly recommend coaching for any one struggling with (well, anything really, but specifically) procrastination, fear, rejection–anything holding you back from reaching your full potential and achieving success.
Thanks to Coaching Cognition for providing an accessible, affordable, personalized coaching solution!! It’s brilliant.
Kari Baxter
Comment by Renegade Marketer Pro — April 2, 2010 @ 5:12 pm
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Yes we have our work cut out for us. We are going to need to show the public what it means to be coached by a Coaching Cognition trained. Maybe we should do our own reality show!
I have seen some quite dramatic changes when allowing the process to work, and giving the client the space to work things out for themselves.
After all, our clients are capable of taking control of their own lives and have to live with the path they choose to follow, so it makes sense that they choose that path.Comment by Mary Speller — April 2, 2010 @ 5:28 pm
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Hopefully you’ve had a chance to watch Tuesday’s webinar, where Ann Sieg, Barbara Silva and I discussed “The Coach’s Advantage” and showed the new Coaching Platform for the very first time.
topics to get one-on-one help with technical hurdles, business planning, marketing questions or anything you run into while growing your business.
Interestingly, the coach who impacted Ann most, Curt Johnson, is also a leading facilitator on the coaching platform and is now available to you!It’s also very interesting that the coach who has had the greatest impact on me, Ellie Drake, is contributing to the training curriculum for our coaches.
Through the trained coaches within the Coaching Cognition platform we are integrating the value of coaching into the Renegade Professional mindset permanently–because we know how vital this mindset is to your success.
Whether you decide to use the platform to bring out your own coaching skills and become a coach–Or, you use it to hire a coach to work on your business with the trained one-on-one assistance, we are excited to see this project come to fruition, made possible through the hard work of many people, and the big, warm heart of our coach’s coach, Barbara Silva.
If you haven’t already, please watch the Webinar we did to hear more about the tremendous value of coaching, and to get a sneak peek at this platform today. You’ll learn how you can become a coach if you so choose.
Note we’ll be giving you a link early next week so you can get your own ticket to the Live Event in Portland where you can meet Ann Sieg, myself, and EVERYONE on the team!
Hope to see you there!
Mike Klingler
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Coaching Cognition is going to change my life.
I want to thank Mike Klingler, Barbara Silva, Curt Johnson and Ellie Drake in advance for the benefits that I will experience from this work/from the new relationships with my peers and mentors.
Comment by Pat Campbell — November 23, 2009 @ 6:53 pm
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JV at it’s best. Here Mike Klingler found Barbara Silva…or rather, Barbara found Mike.
I remember the first fledgling forays into internet presence. Barbara was authentic, candid and compelling.
The rest is history. Mike did his part in relationship building. He and Barbara discovered her giftedness. Barbara with encouragement and coaching followed her passion.
Now she lives her dream. Coaching Cognition. Interesting name in that to me it implies a relationship that empowers the student/client to “see” their lives in a new way.
Renegade Professional is Barbara’s starting place. Very fitting that the partnership grows from the roots.
If you have any sense that your life and/or business will benefit from some new insight. Coaching Cognition is for you.
Comment by Pat Campbell — November 26, 2009 @ 8:08 pm
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I want to get in ypor coaching program. I watched your video and I want to be a coach. I went to the website; http://www.marketingmerge.com but my computer would not let me go there it said the link is broken. I really want to get into this coaching I have been working on improving myself and this is the perfect platform for me to do it. Please call me or at 570-628-03322 or my cell 570-691-6783 or email me. Please , do not leave me out. thank you
Leo A James
Comment by Leo a James — November 28, 2009 @ 11:49 am
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I just want to say that I’ve been in different kinds of MLM training programs in the past but once I found Renegade Professional I started to learn different things that I didn’t even know were out there. This is the Best of the Best Internet Marketing training I have seen in over two years.
Dave Mackinson
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Yes, Ren. Prof. teaches you the best and what you do need to succeed. Why spend membership fees on other programs that online give you a little bit. I like the whole enchilada, and Ren. Prof. delivers that in abundance.
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Alexa, You’ve arrived! So glad to see you here as a featured coach. Your pic is gorgeous but more importantly are your goals and ambitions. Looking forward to seeing what you can do working with the youth in your area. (What you shared with me in January).
I’m so glad we finally connected up in Portland. It’s so cool to meet someone I’ve known for so long. So glad Curt brought us together… how many years ago? It feels like forever.
Hope to see you again soon and absolute best wishes in your new coaching career. You’ve been well served by Barbara. She is best of the best!
Many blessings,
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Comment by Ann Sieg — April 20, 2010 @ 11:02 pm
Congratulations on your fast pace moving through the Coaching Cognition levels, Alexa. There is definitely a reason for this and it shows in this interview. You have such great energy and you are such an intelligent woman. Your clients should feel blessed to have you as their coach.
I am so honored to be your colleague.
Kendall, you are a great interviewer and I loved the questions you asked Alexa. Keep up the great work. Loved reading your posts as well.
w/Love,
DiDi
Comment by Diyana Alcheva -- DiDi — April 21, 2010 @ 1:32 am
Alexa,
Good interview let me rephrase that great interview. I was extremely beneficial to me to hear it does not take so long to achieve high ranking as a coach. Providing we keep our noses down and go for the gold.
Thanks
Patty
Comment by Patty Jones — April 21, 2010 @ 7:09 am
Alexa,
Great interview and article!
I’m pleased and proud to be able to work with you in Coaching Cognition, and especially in developing group coaching programs for clients.
You’ve got my support in building your business and developing your vision!
Michael
Comment by Michael Wilson — April 21, 2010 @ 10:27 am
Thank you to everyone at Renegade Pro and Coaching Cognition for providing me with the platform to jump and soar off of.
I am blessed to be surrounded by such amazing, talented marketers and entrepreneurs.
A special thank you to Curt Johnson and Ann Sieg because without their guidance and inspiration I may still be hating life in a dead-end job!
And, yes Ann I am so excited about the youth market and it was an honor and pleasure to meet all of you last January in Portland.
Comment by Alexa Divett — April 21, 2010 @ 10:33 am
What a great interview. I, like Patty, am grateful that it is possible to move up quickly through the levels at Coaching Cognition. Your clients must love you. Your energy and enthusiasm are quite evident from your interview.
Kendall, I’m enjoying everything you’re writing.
Comment by Tracey Hausel — April 24, 2010 @ 7:53 am