Would You Make a Good Coach or Consultant? Key Traits and How to Choose Your Next Move
- E50
- 10:53
- July 22nd 2025
Welcome to another episode of The After Work Entrepreneur! In this episode, host Cathy E. Smith dives deep into an often misunderstood topic: the key differences between coaching and consulting. Drawing from her personal journey towards becoming a certified coach under the International Coaching Federation, Cathy shares insightful revelations about what truly sets these two roles apart. She explores the core elements of coaching—including active listening, client-led agendas, and transformational growth—as well as the hallmark traits of effective consulting, such as subject matter expertise and results-oriented problem solving. Whether you're thinking about starting a new career, making a transition, or just curious about the skills that make great coaches and consultants, this episode offers practical takeaways to help you decide which path may be right for you. Tune in for an honest, experience-driven discussion designed to inspire and guide your next entrepreneurial step!
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