Here's how you can master networking in the executive coaching industry.

People buy people, not pitches. Knowing who you are and being unashamedly yourself will draw those who are energised by you into your circle no matter how big the room. Be wary of talking too much about yourself. Be interested in people and leaving them with a sense of wanting to spend more time in your company is more powerful that telling them what you want them to know.

A haiku on knowing your value: Industry insight, Innovative coaching style, Connect with purpose. 1. What Value do you offer to Customers? 2. What problem do you solve or need do you satisfy? 3. Describe specific benefits Customers enjoy as a result of your work

To effectively network in any space, you need to understand what your unique value proposition is Personally mine is something that few coaches blend: Mindfulness + Coaching + Psychology + Neuroscience It’s then about understanding how you bring value to others using that value propositoon Ask yourself, what unique experiences, skills and qualifications do you bring? How can they help others to grow?

The best coaches bring their own vulnerabilities and experience to bear in the community. What’s makes YOU the best person ????♀? in your particular niche? While you won’t be the right coach for every client, WHY are you the best coach for your clients? In considering your brand and value proposition as a coach, your clients can give you feedback on this directly in an objective fashion.

It’s crucial to convey authenticity and trustworthiness right from the initial interaction with a potential client. Trust is often given in advance in the executive coaching field, making it essential for coaches to demonstrate credibility, reliability, and the ability to create intimacy by being vulnerable, courageous, and resilient. Importantly, the coaching agenda should focus solely on the coachee, not the coach. This requires the coach to listen attentively, understand deeply, and tailor responses and the coaching process to the specific needs of the coachee. Successfully incorporating these elements can establish a successful coaching relationship, ensuring the coachee’s development and progress are at the forefront of the engagement.

Attend, speak at, or host conferences, they provide opportunities to meet thought leaders. Participate in online events, more accessible. These platforms often allow for networking to mentor emerging coaches, strengthening the industry.

I believe that one of the best ways to provide value to my fellow executive coaches is by sharing insights, experiences, and best practices. This may include effective coaching strategies, handling challenging situations, or utilizing specific coaching techniques. As we all have unique experiences in this field, sharing what I have learned from my own experiences can be of great value and help build connections.