For years I’ve been hired primarily by coaches and I love it. But I’ve resisted choosing them as a niche because I LOATHE most of the marketing that targets coaches.
I didn’t want to be lumped into that icky bucket of hype-sters.
On January 5th I realized two things:
1. Worrying about what people will think of me is about ego/fear/me and…
2. By NOT raising my voice and claiming my space, I give the marketers I object to more power and more influence over the coaching industry that I love.
So… I’m claiming it.
I specialize in working with coaches and I love it.
Special thanks to Lisa @coachingwithlp for the kind ass-kicking.
Valeria Saulsberry Edmonds says
I too have resisted choosing a niche for years but I know that I have something to offer Black women leaders based on my experience. It has also been the focus of my phd research. Thanks for your prompt to lean into that calling as a coach.
Mary Cravets says
Ahhh, Valeria. My heart is smiling now. Thank you for this.
Cheryl Heinrichs says
Choosing a niche was one of the best business decisions I made! Congratulations, Mary, for claiming the niche where you would like to share your expertise!