In this episode of the Sweet Slumber Podcast, host Meredith Brough continues teaching tips and insight on how to make a difference in the lives of parents as a mentor and coach. She focuses on professionalism and coaching with empathy to better serve clients and attract new ones. She emphasizes the importance of treating clients with respect and honor, helping them rise above their difficulties, and showing genuine interest and concern. Meredith encourages sleep consultants to avoid focusing on their weaknesses but instead take credit for the efforts they've made to support clients and do their best. Meredith's advice will help you speed up the process of becoming a well-loved, sought-after coach and mentor (and hopefully help you avoid some mistakes)! Topics Professionalism and coaching from the heartWhy it's important to be a good coach (if you want to attract more clients)Tips on preparation for coaching calls Understanding clients' limitationsImportance of using positive language How to be personable but not take things too personallyManaging tough situations by being diplomaticUnderstanding clients' challengesHow to encourage your clientsEquipping your clients with confidence and self-trustTaking the blame out of the pictureTeaching your clients to be strong & self-reflectFollow Meredith at @SweetslumberTime on Instagram to access her new freebie: "Cash Flow on Cruise Control in 5 Steps!" If you're interested in working with Meredith, click here to set up a free Sleep Intervention Call. If you'd like to learn about the Baby-Centered Sleep Coach School or Mastermind set up a call with Meredith HERE. Comment, send a DM, or email Meredith at [email protected] with feedback about this show! Don't forget to leave a rating or review and share your favorite episodes! Keywords Sweet Slumber podcast, sleep consultants, sleep coaches, successful coaching, mentor, professionalism, positive language, managing emotions, coaching relationships, preparing for coaching calls, understanding clients' limitations, positive mindset, postpartum mental health issues, parent confidence, intuition, self awareness, flexibility in coaching, generosity. Stay tuned for updates and more information about the upcoming re-launch of the Baby-Centered Sleep Consultant Certification Program! Start your journey on May 6th, 2024! This program is for you if you are... A stay-home mother who is seeking a flexible, rewarding job that compliments your life A woman desiring a career change so you can spend more time at home and work fewer hours A fully trained sleep consultant and birth world worker, or medical professional who desires supplemental training or credentials. Access several proven gentle methods, rare insight about temperament, and priceless techniques for solving the toughest cases. (AND MUCH MORE!) Read more here: www.sweetslumbertime.com/certification (Check back again soon! Updates on the new course are coming soon!)