How to Get the Most Out of Working With a Life Coach
The secret to getting the most out of a life coach? Show up honestly and be willing to grow.
That’s it.
A life coach can help you transform your mindset, habits, and relationships, but only if you’re ready to do the work. Coaching isn’t a quick fix. It’s a supportive space to explore your patterns, gain clarity, and move forward with purpose.
Let’s break down how to make this journey count.
1. Be Honest, Even When It’s Uncomfortable
Your truth is the most valuable thing you bring into a session.
If you hold back, your growth gets stuck. The best results come when you’re willing to say what feels messy or uncertain. A life coach isn’t here to judge—they’re here to guide.
✔ Say what’s really on your mind
✔ Be open about fears, doubts, or resistance
✔ Trust that the process gets easier with practice
2. Set Intentions (Not Just Goals)
A life coach helps you set goals—but first, you need to know your why.
Goals without intention can leave you chasing things that don’t actually feel good. Before you focus on what to achieve, get clear on what matters.
✔ Why do you want this?
✔ How do you want to feel?
✔ What does success look like to you?
Your life coach can help you realign goals to match your values—not just your to-do list.
A life coach is someone who helps you bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.
They don’t give you all the answers, they help you find your own. Whether you’re feeling stuck, going through a transition, or just craving more clarity and direction, a life coach offers support, structure, and tools to move forward with confidence.
If you’ve ever thought, “I know I’m meant for more, but I don’t know how to get there” you might be ready for a life coach.
3. Do the Work Between Sessions
Breakthroughs don’t only happen in the session—they happen in your life.
Your life coach may offer prompts, tools, or practices. What you do with them is where the transformation lives.
✔ Reflect and journal after each session
✔ Try the strategies discussed (even the uncomfortable ones)
✔ Take small actions that move you forward
Show up for yourself—not just your coach.
4. Ask Questions
A good life coach doesn’t give you all the answers. They help you ask better questions.
But if something isn’t landing, speak up. Coaching is a partnership. You’re allowed to get curious, challenge the process, and ask for support in different ways.
✔ Ask: “What else could I try here?”
✔ Ask: “Why do I keep hitting this block?”
✔ Ask: “Can you help me unpack this more?”
The more involved you are, the more powerful the process becomes.
5. Give It Time
Working with a life coach is not about instant transformation. It’s about sustainable growth.
You might not see results right away—but if you keep showing up with honesty and intention, change will come.
✔ Be patient with your timeline
✔ Celebrate progress, not just perfection
✔ Stay committed to the long game
6. Work With Someone Who Feels Aligned
Not every life coach is the right fit—and that’s okay.
The coaching relationship is built on trust and connection. If you feel safe, seen, and supported, you’ll go deeper. If you don’t, it’s okay to explore other options.
✔ Choose someone who matches your energy and values
✔ Notice how you feel after each session
✔ Don’t settle for a coach who doesn’t see your full potential
Ready to Get More Out of Life with Coaching?
Whether you’re just starting or deep into your growth journey, having a life coach can create powerful momentum in your life.
But it only works if you do.
So, are you ready to show up for yourself?
