{"id":11968,"date":"2018-03-16T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-03-17T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/?p=11968"},"modified":"2025-09-26T12:27:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T17:27:29","slug":"how-to-handle-tough-clients-and-why-it-makes-you-a-great-coach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/how-to-handle-tough-clients-and-why-it-makes-you-a-great-coach\/","title":{"rendered":"4 reasons why handling tough clients can make you a great coach"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">No matter how hard you try to avoid it\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Sooner or later, you\u2019re going to end up working with a tough client.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">When this happens\u2014and it will\u2014you\u2019ll want to do anything and everything to escape.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Maybe you\u2019ll consider backing out of the agreement\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Maybe you\u2019ll want to pretend you\u2019re down with a mysterious illness\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Anything to get out of it.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">These are incredibly bad ideas.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">When you allow yourself to stay open and in the space of having a learning experience, these clients can teach you more than any <a style=\"outline: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-certifications?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_il\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"coaching certification - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">coaching certification<\/a> program ever could.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">I\u2019ve had my share of difficult clients, and I\u2019ll say they definitely made me a better coach.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Here are 4 game-changing techniques I personally use\u2014and teach\u2014that will help you see your tough client as a blessing.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Not a curse.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">1. They\u2019ll motivate you to do this\u2026<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Tough clients ask tough questions\u2026 Questions no one else does.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019ll want to know why. They\u2019ll ask about your methods. They\u2019ll ask for more insights and understanding.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019ll push you way outside your comfort zone\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But they\u2019ll also motivate you to dig deep to answer those questions.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Tough clients will motivate you to bring your whole self to the table every single time.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019ll hold you to a high standard so you\u2019re always striving to come up with the perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-tools?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_unl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"coaching tools - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">coaching tools<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/life-coaching-techniques\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" aria-label=\"techniques - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">techniques<\/a>\u00a0for each situation.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">There\u2019s simply no opportunity to be complacent or laid back.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">I won\u2019t lie. This is going to feel like you\u2019re trapped in an oven with the temperature turned all the way up.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">It\u2019s a high-pressure situation.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">But when you learn to survive this type of client relationship, your growth as a coach will skyrocket.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">You\u2019ll learn to navigate tricky coaching territory, and you\u2019ll supercharge your confidence as a coach\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And that\u2019s priceless.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">2. They\u2019ll \u201cforce\u201d you to do this\u2026<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">You\u2019re inspired to serve others. You\u2019re generous with your time and your guidance.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is your greatest trait as a coach\u2014and also your worst one.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">When you\u2019re focused on helping other people, it\u2019s easy to forget your own needs.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Boundaries disappear.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">I\u2019ve known coaches who set aside basic essentials\u2014eating, sleeping, and even going to the bathroom\u2014because they want to be there for their clients\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">All. The. Time.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Difficult clients can cure you of this negative habit.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">With their tendency to put their needs first, a tough client is likely to push you beyond your capacity to work.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019re the ones who are likely to call you at all hours, message you on weekends, and expect you to drop everything to talk to them.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">If you want to stay sane, you\u2019ll have to establish clear boundaries.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And stick to them.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Knowing\u00a0<a style=\"outline: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/how-to-set-healthy-boundaries-with-clients\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" aria-label=\"how to set healthy boundaries - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">how to set healthy boundaries<\/a>\u00a0is a non-negotiable skill for coaches\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">And tough clients can get you to learn how to do it quickly and do it right.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">3. They\u2019ll compel you to do this\u2026<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Tough clients don\u2019t hold back.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019ll tell you when they feel you failed to hit the mark. They\u2019ll share when they\u2019re unhappy with what you say to them. They\u2019ll openly criticize and judge your coaching methods and your style.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This sounds like a nightmare, but there\u2019s something good that can come from it\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">I\u2019ve found that when I look hard enough, I can usually find some wisdom and truth hidden in negative feedback.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">It\u2019s helped me hone my skills and take my coaching to the next level and beyond.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">A tough client who shares difficult feedback is giving you the opportunity to improve and raise your\u00a0<a style=\"outline: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/how-to-reach-peak-performance-4-habits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" aria-label=\"performance as a coach - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">performance as a coach<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Another benefit? You learn to become mentally strong.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Trust me on this one\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">After working with a tough client or two, you\u2019ll never fear criticism again.<\/p>\n<h2 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">4. They\u2019ll move you to do this\u2026<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Here\u2019s something I\u2019ve found to be true more often than not\u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Many tough clients have a hard shell that protects a soft center.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Difficult clients are usually in a lot of emotional pain. This could come from a current experience, such as a difficult divorce, or past pain.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Some have been struggling with trauma, fear, or anxiety for years. Even decades.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They\u2019ve learned to present a tough exterior to the world because they\u2019re afraid to be vulnerable and open themselves up to being hurt again.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Whether you\u2019re a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/ultimate-guide-to-becoming-a-life-coach?utm_source=blog_hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen_unl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"life coach - opens in new tab\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">life coach<\/a>, business coach, or health coach, you are likely to be one of the only people they can speak to with honesty and without fear of judgment.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">So, practice compassion and find ways to help them move past their inner struggles so they can achieve their goals with your guidance and support.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This is the kind of challenge that will take you from just being good \u2026<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">To becoming world-class.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">So, the next time you find yourself facing a tough client, resist the urge to escape.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Instead, look at it as an amazing opportunity to\u00a0<a style=\"outline: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-unstoppable-coach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" aria-label=\"become a great coach - opens in new tab\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\">become a great coach<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Because it 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