Coach vs. Consultant: Know the Difference
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Sep 02, 2024
Coach vs. Consultant: Know the Difference
Many entrepreneurs blend these, leading to either giving away too much for free, or not providing enough hands-on guidance.
We’re unsure where our role begins and ends, which makes pricing and delivering services confusing.
- Consultants are subject-matter experts: They TELL you what to do based on their knowledge.
- Coaches guide self-discovery: They help YOU come up with the answers that are right for your unique situation.
- Hybrid model is common: Offer consulting packages, THEN upsell coaching for those needing implementation support.
- Boundaries protect both of you: Clear scope of work prevents the client from constantly relying on you to troubleshoot.
- Coaching clients get better results: Skin in the game leads to them taking action, not just having a fancy plan.
- You can charge more for coaching: Your time AND expertise are bundled into the offer, justifying higher rates.
Do your current offerings lean more towards coaching or consulting? Is that the right mix?
Write down 5 open-ended questions you could ask a client instead of defaulting to giving advice.