Raise your hand if you’ve ever finished a client session and thought:

• Did I ask the right questions?
• Did they get anything out of that?
• Am I actually helping them?

Welcome to the internal spiral of every new coach.

Here’s the truth: Coaching isn’t about you being the hero—it’s about creating a space for your clients to explore, discover, and grow. And yes, you’re helping—even when it doesn’t feel like it.

3 Signs You’re Helping Your Client (Even If They Don’t Say It):

1. They’re Thinking Differently.
   • Insight happens in layers. Sometimes a client doesn’t have an “aha” in the session—but they leave with a seed planted.
2. They Feel Heard and Seen.
   • Holding space is powerful. Clients often gain clarity simply because someone (you!) is listening deeply without judgment.
3. They’re Taking Small, Aligned Steps.
   • Progress doesn’t always look like big wins. If your client is taking any small, intentional action, you’re helping.

What to Do When You Feel Doubt Creep In:

1. Trust the process. Growth takes time, and coaching isn’t always linear.
2. Reflect back to your client. At the end of the session, ask: “What was most valuable for you today?” You’ll often hear more than you expect.
3. Release the need to “fix” or rescue. Your role is to explore, not solve. Trust your client’s capacity to figure it out.

Your clients don’t need a perfect coach—they need a present one. If you’re showing up, listening, and creating space for growth, you’re helping. I promise.

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