Ep 110: Stop the Comparison Spiral: Coaches Comparing Themselves to Other Coaches

About this episode

This episode discusses the detrimental effects of comparison among coaches and offers strategies to overcome it.

Ever catch yourself scrolling and wondering, Why am I not there yet? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Craft of Coaching, we’re naming the comparison spiral that so many coaches fall into—especially in a world where highlight reels dominate. We break down exactly how comparison derails your intuition, your business decisions, and your confidence—and what experienced coaches do differently to stop it in its tracks. You’ll hear practical, grounded strategies for staying focused on ...

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Host: Kate Swoboda

Topics covered

• comparison
• coaching
• intuition
• business decisions
• confidence
• strategies

Keywords

• comparison spiral
• coaches
• highlight reels
• intuition
• business
• confidence
• strategies

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