“Find a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” This well-known quote has been attributed to Mark Twain, or possibly Confucius, or a professor at Princeton, no one seems to be absolutely sure. It’s meaning, though, is clear. If you love what you do, work isn’t going to feel like a chore – it’s going to be something you enjoy doing.
I’ve been coaching now for almost 14 years and, from the moment I started on this path, it felt right to me. There’s something deeply rewarding about witnessing transformation in real time, seeing someone move from doubt to confidence, from feeling stuck to taking bold action. Coaching allows me to support people as they step into their full potential, and there is nothing more fulfilling than that.
What I love most about coaching is the privilege of holding space for others. In a world that moves fast, where people are constantly pressured to perform and achieve, coaching offers a rare moment of pause—a chance for reflection, honest exploration, and potentially meaningful change. I get to be a thought partner, a challenger, and a champion for my clients as they navigate their journeys. Whether they are facing personal struggles, career transitions, or leadership challenges, I get to support them in uncovering their own wisdom and strength.
One of the most powerful aspects of coaching is the realization that all the answers are already within my clients. My role isn’t to provide solutions but to ask the right questions, to listen deeply, and to create an environment where clarity naturally emerges for my client. That moment when a client suddenly sees a new possibility, when their entire energy shifts, is one of the greatest joys of this work. Those “aha” moments are magical, and they remind me why I love what I do.
Coaching also keeps me growing. Every conversation expands my perspective. Every client teaches me something new. It’s a continuous journey of learning, curiosity, and self-awareness. Coaching isn’t just about helping others evolve—it’s about evolving alongside them. The work challenges me to stay present, to refine my skills, and to deepen my own personal growth.
Another aspect of coaching I love is the ripple effect. When a client steps into their power, it doesn’t just change their life—it can impact their relationships, their work, and their communities. The transformation they experience spreads beyond them, creating positive change in ways that are often unexpected and profound. Coaching is about more than personal growth; it’s about creating a better world, one person at a time.
This is why I love coaching. It’s meaningful, transformational, and connects us as humans. In a world that sometimes seems increasingly fragmented, coaching can provide an anchor to keep us tethered to our true North.
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