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7 Critical Questions to ask before you hire a business coach

By Tim Davis · Comments (2)
Saturday, November 5th, 2011

It is amazing how many people today are becoming business coaches, life coaches etc. By and large the coaching industry is open to anyone who randomly decides one day to “become a coach”. I see ads all the time for becoming a coach and just because someone gets a certificate, training course or some other credential doesn’t mean they are a good business coach.

Before I became a business coach I worked in the mortgage industry. I started and sold 3 different mortgage companies and during my time in that industry I saw how many people who one day were bagging groceries for a living and the next day they were a loan originator. The only requirement to become a loan officer was that you were breathing. Unfortunately, I am seeing that same trend happen in the coaching business.

It is almost like saying…”Hey if you want to start a business, then become a coach. Anyone can do it!” Give me a break!

If you are a business owner, want to start a business, or work in sales and are considering hiring a business coach here are 7 questions that you need to ask before you pay one red cent to a coach.

  1. What is your business experience? (It better be real BIG, and in the area you NEED)
  2. What has been your business success? (It better be BIG)
  3. Why did you become a business coach? (Huge!)
  4. Do you have a coach? (They better answer yes) if so, who is it?
  5. What successes have your clients had? (Again, this is crucial)
  6. Can I talk to your clients? (The answer better be YES)
  7. What can I expect to get from coaching? (This is BIG! Most coaches can not correctly explain the difference between a coach, consultant and trainer)

Remember, just because someone says they are a business coach, doesn’t mean they have a clue of how to help you. You need to clearly define where you want to go and then carefully pick the person to get you there.

My personal coach, mentor and friend, John Maxwell says…

“It is not only important what you learn, but who you learn it from”

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5 Questions we all need to answer

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Sunday, October 30th, 2011

Do you ever wonder about success? How do some people appear to find success so easy, yet others struggle. Over the years I have studied success and I have come up with 5 questions that I ask myself on a regular basis.

I challenge my coaching clients to do the same and I would encourage you to, not just look at these questions, but also ask yourself…what are your answers?

  1. What books are you currently reading?
  2. What information are you listening to?
  3. Who are your 5 closest advisers?
  4. Where are you spending your money?
  5. Where, what & who is on your calendar for the next 30 days?

Leave me a comment below and let’s talk about success!

 

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The US Credit Downgrade: What to do about your dreams and your future

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Monday, August 8th, 2011

I am really not a big fan of the news. Every time it is on, they are telling us about some crime, some accident, or some terrible event that is about to befall us at any moment. The world as of late has been nothing short of unbearable if you pay attention to what is being done, being said, and happening.

And now the new story is the downgrade of the US Credit Rating.

The news media has literally blasted fear into the hearts of many Americans. Fear they will lose their home, fear the US is doomed, and fear that the end is near. Quite frankly I am sick and tired of the whole mess. I am tired of fear being installed into people, crippling their ability to believe in a hope and a future. Too many people are hiding from their destiny because they are afraid. I am ready for the people of this great country to get up and take hold of their dreams, but many people simply don’t know how.

I recently spoke at an ACN training event and met a young man named Jim Shannon. Jim has CP. He can not speak. He has no control over any part of his body except for his jaw and chin. He lives his life strapped into a special wheel chair, yet through what many would say are insurmountable odds, he graduated college, holds a full time job as a web developer, and runs his own business with ACN where he is one of the top sales reps in Tennessee.

How does he do all of this? Because Jim has No Excuses!

Here is a plan to take hold of your dream NOW

  1. Get in a great church, read your Bible and Pray
  2. Get a firm hold of your dream
  3. Write down what you want to happen – be clear and specific
  4. Focus on the opportunities that are right in front of you
  5. Grab hold of any positive message and listen to them when you are in your car
  6. Get out and connect with like minded people
  7. Eliminate ALL sources of negativity from your life
  8. Step out and face your giant knowing full well you have all the power you need to win
  9. Stop asking “Why” questions and start asking “How Can I” questions

But most important is #10

DECIDE! Decide that your future is bright. Decide that you dream is real. Decide that not matter what the odds, no matter what people say, no matter how difficult the price you need to pay, that YOU and YOU alone are in charge of your life.

Whatever your dream is, you were not given that dream in order for it to become a nightmare. Life is short, you only get one shot and you need to go after it with all that you have!

Stop making excuses. Stop letting some news anchor or politician tell you how it is going to be and start listening to people who bring encouragement, hope, and common sense into your life because whether you are involved or not, life goes on – take your shot while you still have time.

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Categories : Motivation, Personal Growth

James Rick Asked me about success, here’s the video of what I said…

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Monday, July 11th, 2011

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Drink, Swear, Steal, & Lie to Get Ahead…Here’s the proof…

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Monday, July 11th, 2011

I bet you never thought I would say these words, especially coming from The Marketing Evangelist. Is it really possible that you can Drink, Swear, Steal, and Lie to get ahead?

After all we see it all the time in the news, don’t we? It would be really easy to assume that by doing these things we really can get ahead in life and after much reflection, I have decided that if we drink, swear, steal, and lie we really can get ahead.

Here’s the way I see it…

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Categories : Personal Growth, Successful Living

Here is what every achiever in life said about their dream

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Monday, June 27th, 2011

I am positive that you have a dream, desire, or goal that you have yet to achieve. For many people that dream lays dormant. No action has taken place to move it from thoughts to reality. I have spoken to numerous people who have achieved their dreams and here is the #1 thing they have all said Read More→

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Getting Your Turn in Life

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Thursday, May 19th, 2011

I will usually send out some “tweets” from church service on Wednesday nights, but last night I was so caught up in the message – My Turn that I decided to write a blog. We all are at some place in life where we are hoping to get “our turn” whatever that is for you. It could be a job, a promotion, a family, a spouse, starting your own business, but whatever it is, we really want it to be our turn.

I work with a lot of business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales people who are putting together strategies for it to become their turn and I felt this was a very timely message.

Here were some key take-away moments for me and I wanted to share them with you.

  1. You have to be in the right position for your turn to come
  2. You have to lay the groundwork (commitment and consistency) for your turn to come
  3. You can never give up hope that your turn is coming
  4. You sometimes have to get up, stand up, and ask for your turn
  5. You can never quit

I don’t know what your turn looks like to you, but I promise that it is coming if you don’t give up.

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Categories : Leadership, Personal Growth

3 Big Questions to Ask Yourself About Reaching Your Goals

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Thursday, May 12th, 2011

I love coaching people. I love helping them realize their potential, gain new confidence, and reach new levels in their business. I have also found that reaching your goals requires asking yourself 3 big questions. Here they are:

  1. Am I focused on implementation?
  2. Am I easily distracted by shinny objects?
  3. Have I surrounded myself with people who push me to the next level?

Focusing on implementation is critical to reaching your goals. Everyday you must take action towards your goals.

Stay away from distractions. Anything that doesn’t further you toward your goal is a distraction no matter how enticing it may seem.

We all need someone to push us and ask us the tough questions. It is the only way I know to go to the next level.

I would love to know your thoughts, join the conversation by leaving a comment below.

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Categories : Leadership, Personal Growth, Productivity

The first step to take towards doing what you were born to do

By Tim Davis · Comments (1)
Monday, February 21st, 2011

Do Monday’s make you excited or exhausted? I know the numbers about unemployment, the economy, and world doom…but what I really want to know is…

Are you doing what you were born to do?

There are so many people struggling with this question right now. They are sticking with jobs they hate, doing work they despise, and earning less than they should because they haven’t taken one simple step.

The first step in finding the work you love is in Psalms 90:12.

“Teach us to number our days, so that we may get a heart of wisdom”

Why is this important? Simple, because once you realize they you have zero clue of how many days you have in this world, you will make different choices.

Answer this simple question…

If you knew that you only had one year left to live, would you be doing what you are now?

If yes, then continue your path but do it with excellence.

If no, redefine your path and do it with excellence.

In either case, don’t wait…start today.

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Categories : Personal Growth

3 Questions to Keep You Focused on Your Main Goal

By Tim Davis · Comments (0)
Thursday, February 17th, 2011

We live in a world of distractions. It is so easy to get “caught up” by shiny new objects that take our eye off the goal. I meet great people, with incredible talents who can really make a difference IF they can remain focused.

Opportunities are everywhere, but not every opportunity is right for you.

The question becomes… “How do you keep from getting distracted and stay focused on your goal?”

Here are 3 questions to ask yourself to make sure you are not getting distracted.

  1. Does this opportunity line up with my goal?
  2. How long will it take me to implement?
  3. Will it take me closer to my goal?

If you answer YES to all three, then go for it. If you are hesitant about any of these, decide quickly before going any further. Staying focused is a critical key to your success.

Until we meet again…

Keep Marketing, Keep Selling, and Keep Being Your Best!

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Categories : Motivation, Personal Growth, Sales
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