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We’ve all seen the classic advice for goal setting: grab a stack of old magazines, a pair of scissors, a glue stick, and spend an afternoon plastering a poster board with pictures of tropical beaches, luxury cars, and motivational quotes. For some people, vision boards are magic. But for a lot of us? They just feel a bit cheesy, incredibly static, or like a chore left over from middle school art class. If looking at a collage of random internet pictures doesn't instantly motivate you to change your life, there is absolutely nothing wrong with you. It just means your brain processes goals differently. You might be more analytical, more action-oriented, or simply a wordsmith rather than a visual person. If you’re ready to design your next chapter but want to skip the glue stick, here are five powerful, science-backed alternatives to try. 1. The "Future Self" Script If you are someone who connects deeply with words, books, or storytelling, this is your alternative. Instead o...

In this first of three articles on building a coaching clientele, ProAdvisorCoach Linda Huary addresses a critical question for new coaches: why is it so challenging to land clients? She breaks down the key factors that stand between your expertise and a client's trust, from a crowded market to a lack of awareness. Attracting coaching clients —especially as an executive or leadership coach—can be challenging for several reasons, even for highly qualified professionals. Here are the key factors that often make it hard: 1. Coaching Is a Trust-Based Purchase Coaching is personal and transformational. Clients need to trust that you deeply understand their challenges before they will invest. This trust typically develops over time—through content, referrals, or direct interactions—not just from a single pitch or website visit. 2. Low Awareness of Need Many potential clients don’t know they need a coach. Executives may not see their blind spots or believe they can self-correct. Until a...