{"id":11875,"date":"2021-11-30T12:46:25","date_gmt":"2021-11-30T17:46:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/?p=11875"},"modified":"2025-09-26T12:26:02","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T17:26:02","slug":"5-insider-secrets-of-successful-coaches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/5-insider-secrets-of-successful-coaches\/","title":{"rendered":"5 insider secrets of successful coaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">What do successful coaches have in common? They all intuitively understand that being a great coach is about being flexible and fluid.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">While there are many powerful <a style=\"outline: none; transition: all 0s ease 0s;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-of-powerful-coaching-techniques?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_pcq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"coaching tools and techniques - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">coaching tools and techniques<\/a> out there, it\u2019s important to know how to trust your gut on what your client needs in the moment.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is a gift that usually comes with hundreds of hours of coaching experience.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But there\u2019s a smart way to hack this process.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Top coaches have specific traits and techniques in common.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">These coaching methodologies can be discovered through observation and by working with the best of the best in the industry.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The following are 5 insider secrets of successful coaches. Use these methods and mindsets to accelerate and expand your <a style=\"outline: none;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-skills?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_bxc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"coaching skills - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">coaching skills<\/a> in record time.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">1. They don\u2019t sell<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The best coaches in the world don\u2019t sell.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Yes, they work on their marketing funnels, sales strategies, PR outreach, and all the other elements that go into building a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/7-habits-of-successful-coaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" aria-label=\"successful coaching - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">successful coaching<\/a> practice\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But all of this is done with one powerful intention\u2014to share their gifts and serve as many people as they can.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">That\u2019s the difference between top coaches and everyone else\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re not just out to \u201c<a style=\"outline: none; transition: all 0s ease 0s;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-on-how-to-get-clients?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_cm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"get clients - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">get clients<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Every time they\u2019re at an event, speaking on stage, or at a retreat\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Every time they\u2019re at home or out buying groceries at the neighborhood store\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re looking for ways to help. They\u2019re looking for ways to serve.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re always ready to teach, to connect, and to coach, no matter where they are and no matter who they\u2019re with.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is the secret that gets them seen, known, heard, and remembered by more and more people, including influencers and ideal clients.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">It\u2019s a powerful, heart-centered, generous approach that attracts a long waitlist of perfect clients and builds accelerated business growth.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">2. They create real results<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Coaching isn\u2019t just something you do so clients can feel good about themselves.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Powerful, high-level coaching is about creating powerful, high-level results.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Right from the get-go, successful coaches set clear expectations and goals with their clients.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They work on creating a list of priorities and measurable results.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Typically, all of this is done even before the first official <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-transformational-coaching-sessions\/coaching-session-structure?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_csp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" aria-label=\"coaching session - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">coaching session<\/a> takes place.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Having a clear idea of expected outcomes allows the coach to go charging forward with clarity and confidence. It allows them to guide their client to hit high-priority goals.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This leads to rapid, real-world results for the client and an incredible reputation for the coach.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And everybody wins.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">3. They don\u2019t need to be as successful as their clients<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">You don\u2019t have to do, be, or have what your client dreams of to help them make those dreams a reality.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Don\u2019t think that\u2019s true?<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Usain Bolt is the world\u2019s fastest man. His coach isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-mod=\"\">Ever heard of <a tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Stella_Adler\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Stella Adler - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">Stella Adler<\/a>? She was an actress and an acting coach. She worked with Robert De Niro and Marlon Brando. They both went on to win Academy Awards.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Stella never did.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But that didn\u2019t make her any less of an amazing coach.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/7-habits-of-successful-coaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" aria-label=\"Successful coaches - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">Successful coaches<\/a> know they can lead their students and clients to extraordinary levels of achievement without having to hit those goals themselves.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And that\u2019s what makes them special.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">4. They are brilliant motivators<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The lack of consistent motivation is possibly the biggest and most dangerous obstacle to success.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Top coaches know this and focus their energy on becoming brilliant motivators.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They spend time learning about the <a tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/positivepsychology.com\/motivation-theories-psychology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"psychology of motivation - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">psychology of motivation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They dive deep into action steps and techniques their clients can take to stay on track and build momentum to hit goals.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">If you want to take your place among the world\u2019s best coaches, learn how to become the greatest motivator you can be and you won\u2019t go wrong.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">5. They value action<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Coaching is essentially focused on words. It\u2019s about talking. It\u2019s about <a tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/building-rapport-with-your-clients-powerful-methods\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"building rapport - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">building rapport<\/a> and creating an emotional connection. It\u2019s about building a great relationship with clients\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But the best of the best coaches know that there is no forward movement, no achievement, no success\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Without action.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Successful coaches are obsessed with creating internal and external conditions so their clients can take strong, consistent action.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They work on their client\u2019s mindset, and they also put together strategies, habits, and techniques so their client can take action.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Consistently. Continuously.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is how great novels are written.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is how great businesses are built.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is how mountains are climbed.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">One small step at a time. One small action at a time.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">All great coaches have one important trait in common\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re always eager to learn how to be better at what they do.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">So, don\u2019t stop with these 5 secrets of successful coaches.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Commit to your personal growth. Continue learning, growing, and up-leveling your <a style=\"outline: none;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" href=\"\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-skills?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_bxc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"coaching skills - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">coaching skills<\/a> so you can cut through years of trial and error\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And emerge as a world-class coach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Follow these 5 secrets from the world\u2019s most successful coaches to accelerate and expand your coaching skills in record time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":29108,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","tve_updated_post":"<div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">What do successful coaches have in common? They all intuitively understand that being a great coach is about being flexible and fluid.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">While there are many powerful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-of-powerful-coaching-techniques?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_pcq\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"coaching tools and techniques - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-of-powerful-coaching-techniques?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_pcq$coachingtoolsandtechniques\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"tve-froala fr-basic\" style=\"outline: none; transition: all 0s ease 0s;\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">coaching tools and techniques<\/a> out there, it\u2019s important to know how to trust your gut on what your client needs in the moment.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is a gift that usually comes with hundreds of hours of coaching experience.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But there\u2019s a smart way to hack this process.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Top coaches have specific traits and techniques in common.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">These coaching methodologies can be discovered through observation and by working with the best of the best in the industry.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The following are 5 insider secrets of successful coaches. Use these methods and mindsets to accelerate and expand your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-skills?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_bxc\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"coaching skills - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-skills?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_bxc$coachingskills\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" class=\"tve-froala fr-basic\" style=\"outline: none;\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">coaching skills<\/a> in record time.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f440263\" style=\"\"><h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f43e908\">Secret #1: They Don\u2019t Sell<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv-columns\" style=\"--tcb-col-el-width:800;\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-row v-2 tcb--cols--1\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f44a847\" style=\"\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-col\" data-css=\"tve-u-17cbbe054a6\" style=\"\"><div class=\"tcb-col\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4488c5\" style=\"\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4473ba\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img class=\"tve_image wp-image-12265\" alt=\"insider secret of successful coaches\" data-id=\"12265\" width=\"660\" data-init-width=\"2560\" height=\"438\" data-init-height=\"1700\" title=\"shutterstock_61390726-1\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_61390726-1-scaled.jpg\" data-width=\"660\" data-height=\"438\" role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-ima-original=\"insider secret of successful coaches\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The best coaches in the world don\u2019t sell.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Yes, they work on their marketing funnels, sales strategies, PR outreach, and all the other elements that go into building a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/7-habits-of-successful-coaches\" target=\"_blank\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" aria-label=\"successful coaching - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/7-habits-of-successful-coaches$successfulcoaching\">successful coaching<\/a> practice\u2026<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But all of this is done with one powerful intention \u2013 to share their gifts and serve as many people as they can.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">That\u2019s the difference between top coaches and everyone else\u2026<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re not just out to \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-on-how-to-get-clients?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_cm\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"get clients - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-on-how-to-get-clients?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_cm$getclients\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"tve-froala fr-basic\" style=\"outline: none; transition: all 0s ease 0s;\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">get clients<\/a>.\u201d<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Every time they\u2019re at an event, speaking on stage or at a retreat\u2026<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Every time they\u2019re at home or out buying groceries at the neighborhood store\u2026<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re looking for ways to help. They\u2019re looking for ways to serve.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re always ready to teach, to connect and to coach, no matter where they are and no matter who they\u2019re with.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is the secret that gets them seen, known, heard, and remembered by more and more people \u2013 including influencers and ideal clients.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">It\u2019s a powerful, heart-centered, generous approach that attracts a long waitlist of perfect clients and builds accelerated business growth.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f467bcf\" style=\"\"><h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f468d76\" class=\"\">Secret #2: They Create Real Results<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv-columns\" style=\"--tcb-col-el-width:800;\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-row v-2 tcb--cols--1\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-col\"><div class=\"tcb-col\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f470e8b\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img class=\"tve_image wp-image-12991\" alt=\"successful coaches can create real results\" data-id=\"12991\" width=\"600\" data-init-width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-init-height=\"400\" title=\"shutterstock_794028424\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_794028424-3.jpg\" data-width=\"600\" data-height=\"400\" role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-ima-original=\"successful coaches can create real results\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\">\t<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Coaching isn\u2019t just something you do so clients can feel good about themselves.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Powerful, high-level coaching is about creating powerful, high-level results.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Right from the get-go, successful coaches set clear expectations and goals with their clients.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They work on creating a list of priorities and measurable results.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Typically, all of this is done even before the first official <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-transformational-coaching-sessions\/coaching-session-structure?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_csp\" target=\"_blank\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" aria-label=\"coaching session - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-transformational-coaching-sessions\/coaching-session-structure?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_csp$coachingsession\">coaching session<\/a> takes place.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Having a clear idea on expected outcomes allows the coach to go charging forward with clarity and confidence. It allows them to guide their client to hit high priority goals.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This leads to rapid, real world results for the client and an incredible reputation for the coach.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And everybody wins.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4bce75\" style=\"\">\t<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4ba833\" class=\"\">Secret #3: They Don\u2019t Need To Be As Successful As Their Clients<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv-columns\" style=\"--tcb-col-el-width:800;\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-row v-2 tcb--cols--1\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-col\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f48bf8d\" style=\"\"><div class=\"tcb-col\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f470e8b\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img class=\"tve_image wp-image-12942\" alt=\"you don't have to be as successful as your clients\" data-id=\"12942\" width=\"600\" data-init-width=\"640\" height=\"400\" data-init-height=\"427\" title=\"shutterstock_513703051\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_513703051-1.jpg\" data-width=\"600\" data-height=\"400\" role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-ima-original=\"you don't have to be as successful as your clients\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\">\t<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">You don\u2019t have to do, be or have what your client dreams of to help them make those dreams a reality.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Don\u2019t think that\u2019s true?<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Usain Bolt is the world\u2019s fastest man. His coach isn\u2019t.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-mod=\"\">Ever heard of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Stella_Adler\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Stella Adler - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/stella_adler$stellaadler\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">Stella Adler<\/a>? She was an actress and an acting coach. She worked with Robert de Niro and Marlon Brando. They both went on to win Academy Awards.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Stella never did.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But that didn\u2019t make her any less of an amazing coach.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/7-habits-of-successful-coaches\" target=\"_blank\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" aria-label=\"Successful coaches - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/7-habits-of-successful-coaches$successfulcoaches\">Successful coaches<\/a> know they can lead their students and clients to extraordinary levels of achievement without having to hit those goals themselves.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And that\u2019s what makes them special.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4c0edf\" style=\"\">\t<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4bf33c\">Secret #4: They Are Brilliant Motivators<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv-columns\" style=\"--tcb-col-el-width:800;\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-row v-2 tcb--cols--1\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-col\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4a4a72\" style=\"\"><div class=\"tcb-col\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f470e8b\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img class=\"tve_image wp-image-15920\" alt=\"secret of successful coaches\" data-id=\"15920\" width=\"600\" data-init-width=\"640\" height=\"400\" data-init-height=\"427\" title=\"motivators-min\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/motivators-min.jpg\" data-width=\"600\" data-height=\"400\" role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-ima-original=\"secret of successful coaches\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\">\t<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The lack of consistent motivation is possibly the biggest and most dangerous obstacle to success.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Top coaches know this and focus their energy on becoming brilliant motivators.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They spend time learning about the <a href=\"https:\/\/positivepsychology.com\/motivation-theories-psychology\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"psychology of motivation - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/positivepsychology.com\/motivation-theories-psychology\/$psychologyofmotivation\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">psychology of motivation<\/a>.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They dive deep into action steps and techniques their clients can take to stay on track and build momentum to hit goals.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">If you want to take your place among the world\u2019s best coaches, learn how to become the greatest motivator you can be and you won\u2019t go wrong.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4c23c3\" style=\"\">\t<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4c3680\">Secret #5: They Value Action<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv-columns\" style=\"--tcb-col-el-width:800;\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-row v-2 tcb--cols--1\"><div class=\"tcb-flex-col\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f4a4a72\" style=\"\"><div class=\"tcb-col\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-17b3f470e8b\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img class=\"tve_image wp-image-12266\" alt=\"secret #5 of successful coaches\" data-id=\"12266\" width=\"600\" data-init-width=\"1000\" height=\"401\" data-init-height=\"668\" title=\"shutterstock_674633605\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_674633605-1.jpg\" data-width=\"600\" data-height=\"401\" role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-ima-original=\"secret #5 of successful coaches\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\">\t<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Coaching is essentially focused on words. It\u2019s about talking. It\u2019s about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/building-rapport-with-your-clients-powerful-methods\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"building rapport - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/building-rapport-with-your-clients-powerful-methods$buildingrapport\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-kbnav=\"ble\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">building rapport<\/a> and creating an emotional connection. It\u2019s about building a great relationship with clients\u2026<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But the best of the best coaches know that there is no forward movement, no achievement, no success\u2026<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Without action.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Successful coaches are obsessed with creating internal and external conditions so their clients can take strong, consistent action.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They work on their client\u2019s mindset and they also put together strategies, habits and techniques so their client can take action.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Consistently. Continuously.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is how great novels are written.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is how great businesses are built.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is how mountains are climbed.<\/p><p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">One small step at a time. 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