How To Find The Right Coach For You With Ben Easter
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is a thrilling yet challenging venture. The quest for the right business often leads early-stage individuals to chase monetary gains without considering their values. In this podcast episode, Ben and I emphasize doing values work first – identifying strengths and superpowers to build a business that aligns with one's core beliefs, steering clear of the burnout-inducing pursuit of mere financial success.
A common pitfall highlighted in the discussion is the tendency to get fixated on a single idea, fearing the waste of invested time and energy. The advice here is to remain flexible, understanding that one's purpose often becomes evident in hindsight. The encouragement is to keep following the thread and adapt as you discover what truly resonates with you.
The Importance of a Coach
The role of a coach in an entrepreneur's journey is underscored throughout the podcast. A coach serves as more than just a guide; they help identify blind spots, provide an external perspective, and offer invaluable support. Acting as a cheerleader, a coach fosters a positive and growth-oriented mindset, holding space for possibility. Entrepreneurial loneliness is acknowledged, with a coach providing a peer-to-peer relationship and diverse experiences to aid in decision-making.
Choosing the Right Coach
Selecting the right coach is crucial. Alignment in values is highlighted, emphasizing the need for shared goals in creating a similar world. Communication style and rapport are considered, with an emphasis on creating a trusting environment where one feels comfortable letting down their defenses.
Mental Gremlins: Overcoming Entrepreneurial Challenges
Common challenges faced by entrepreneurs, such as perfectionism, people-pleasing, and comparison, are discussed. Ben encourages acknowledging and addressing these challenges, viewing them as hurdles to overcome rather than insurmountable obstacles. The analogy of the entrepreneurial journey to popcorn popping – a gradual process leading to momentum – is introduced. Seeking help from a coach, who possesses the tools and expertise that might be lacking, is suggested.
Defining Business in Alignment
The Ikigai model is introduced as a tool to define a business in alignment. The overlap of value to the world, strengths, passion, and market demand is considered. The advice is to enjoy the journey, challenging the notion that work can't be enjoyable. Even within a job, focusing on activities one enjoys and expressing interest in doing more of them can set an individual on the entrepreneurial path.
Navigating Impatience
The importance of finding joy in the journey is emphasized. The analogy of hiking a mountain is used to convey that while reaching the top is a goal, the hike itself is enjoyable. Rooting oneself in the joy of the entrepreneurial journey diminishes impatience, making incremental progress satisfying.
In conclusion, finding the right coach is portrayed as instrumental in navigating the complex terrain of entrepreneurship. By aligning with values, overcoming mental challenges, and enjoying the journey, individuals can not only build a successful business but also find fulfillment in the process. A coach, acting as a compass, guides entrepreneurs through the maze, helping them achieve both their business goals and personal fulfillment.
