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Comments

Wow, Julia! This is great and I'll be sure to spread the word.
Posted @ Wednesday, July 28, 2010 11:18 PM by Barbra Sundquist
Oh thanks so much Barbra - Support from a great coach like you means a lot!
Posted @ Thursday, July 29, 2010 8:49 AM by Julia Stewart
Bless you Julia. This is an amazingly generous offer as I know your coach training is top notch.
Posted @ Friday, July 30, 2010 4:49 AM by Pam Bryan
Thank you Pam ~ My pleasure!
Posted @ Friday, July 30, 2010 8:05 AM by Julia Stewart
What a bold move and generous spirit! Knowing the quality of the coaching of you and your faculty, I look forward to the opportunity to the refresher as well to expand my perspective and to learn new things. I wish you all good things!
Posted @ Friday, July 30, 2010 4:39 PM by Diane Krause-Stetson
Hi Julia, and bravo to you. I totally get your manifesto because the VA industry is suffering the same dilemma. I stumbled upon your manifesto as I was doing some research. I will take the course and pass it on to my VAs. Even though we aren't coaches, we do coach or should be able to guide and direct when working with our clients.
Posted @ Saturday, July 31, 2010 8:49 AM by Kim Gray
Thank you, Diane & Kim ~ I hope it's useful and thanks for passing it on.
Posted @ Saturday, July 31, 2010 1:21 PM by Julia Stewart
Hi, I completed my training through CTA but learned a lot from you in this program. It will impact how I coach and I'm considering an IAC-CC.  
Hope to see other classes up soon!! 
Thanks, Farrell
Posted @ Sunday, August 01, 2010 1:45 AM by Farrell
I'm glad to hear it was valuable for you Farrell ~ It's not just for beginners!
Posted @ Sunday, August 01, 2010 8:18 AM by Julia Stewart
Hi Julia. What a creative idea!! 
 
Did you teach coachville at one time? I hear a lot of thought leaders mention Julia Stewart as being an important part of their growth. Looking forward to the course. Will there be a fee to write the exam?
Posted @ Monday, August 02, 2010 11:19 AM by Gina
Hi Gina - Yes, I taught coaching skills and was the Lead Certifier for CoachVille long ago. There is no fee for the online exam. If you're signed up for one or more course via the Free Coach Training program, you'll be notified by email when the exam is open.
Posted @ Monday, August 02, 2010 11:44 AM by Julia Stewart
Thank you for providing this course! I'm excited and already got started! I'm excited to continue in the process. I've been coaching now officially for about 8 months, so this training will be an excellent addition to my knowledge at this vital beginning point! 
I'm so grateful to have found this and appreciate you for sharing your expertise!
Posted @ Monday, August 02, 2010 4:31 PM by Giovanna Mealer
Thank YOU Giovanna ~ I'm so glad this works for you! And if you get a chance to spread the word, I will so appreciate that.
Posted @ Monday, August 02, 2010 5:08 PM by Julia Stewart
Julia,  
I've already shared it on Facebook with my friends who are into coaching and also have made SCM a favorite on my Facebook fanpage as well. Anytime I can get the word out I will. I will be sure to share you on Twitter as well!
Posted @ Monday, August 02, 2010 8:26 PM by Giovanna Mealer
Thanks so much Giovanna - I really appreciate that and it's a great service to the people you share with also!
Posted @ Monday, August 02, 2010 9:09 PM by Julia Stewart
I signed up for the Fr*e Coaching Training and have completed the first 4 classes.Will there be other classes available or is the Groundwork the extent of this offer? 
Edna sharif
Posted @ Tuesday, August 03, 2010 2:57 PM by Edna Sharif
Hi Edna - That is great. Congrats! Yes, I'm working on the next course right now and unless there are unforeseen problems, it will go live tomorrow. Everyone who is already signed up for the 1st course will get an announcement that the new course is ready, so watch your inbox for email from CoachTraining [@] SchoolofCoachingMastery [.] com.
Posted @ Tuesday, August 03, 2010 3:02 PM by Julia Stewart
Excited about doing the next course! Bless you for gifting something so generous. It will allow me to coach with that much more confidence.
Posted @ Tuesday, August 03, 2010 3:51 PM by Farrell
That's great Farrell! I'm working on it now ~
Posted @ Tuesday, August 03, 2010 3:59 PM by Julia Stewart
Thanks so much for doing this, Julia! This is such a gift and opportunity! I'm a firm believer in the "Learning Commons" idea of education and training, and to see this kind of quality training coming forward is wonderful. Have you looked into sharing this with some of the OpenCourseware initiatives, WikiVersity, or other "unschooling" resources/lists out there?
Posted @ Wednesday, August 04, 2010 1:18 AM by Scott Schumacher
Thanks Scott - I have not looked into those, but that's a great idea ~
Posted @ Wednesday, August 04, 2010 7:39 AM by Julia Stewart
I started my Groundworks Course todaywhich is August 14,2010. If the final exam has been emailed out already, I must have deleted it. Can it be emailed to me again? Please do so at prettywheels@webtv.net 
 
 
 
Thank you  
 
Denise
Posted @ Saturday, August 14, 2010 3:51 PM by Denise Horn
Hi Denise - The exam announcement has not been made yet, so don't worry. However, the exam will open for a few days every few months, so if you're not ready or if you don't see the announcement, just wait for the next open exam period.
Posted @ Saturday, August 14, 2010 7:23 PM by Julia Stewart
Hello Julia, 
 
 
 
I am so thankful this was on your heart to do. I just signed up today and look forward to all classes. I will glady pass this on!
Posted @ Tuesday, August 17, 2010 6:25 PM by Rachelle
Awesome Rachelle ~ Thanks so much for sharing it!
Posted @ Tuesday, August 17, 2010 6:34 PM by Julia Stewart
Thanks Julia, this is great and I'm learning alot form it. I'm still on the first class "Groudwork" as fitting 2 hours straight into my busy day is not so easy. Is there a way to fast forward the audio so I dont have to go through from the beginning each time to find out where Im up to. One wee suggestion is if the audios could be in 1/2 hour segments....but I'm not looking a gift horse in the mouth! With appreciation, Julienne
Posted @ Monday, August 23, 2010 12:43 AM by Julienne
Thank you very much, I'm Johnny very glad and I'll share it.
Posted @ Thursday, September 16, 2010 8:21 PM by Johnny AUGUSTE
Thank YOU Johnny!
Posted @ Thursday, September 16, 2010 9:39 PM by Julia Stewart
Hi Julia, 
 
Thank you for the great opportunity.  
 
I am on the first clourse "Groundwork" and it is pleasure to learn from you. 
 
Polina
Posted @ Monday, October 04, 2010 8:54 PM by Polina
Hi Julia, 
I'm reviewing the audios prior to taking the exam here, and realized that I don't have the personal greatness template. I think you emailed it to the original participants; in the guide, it's mentioned but not provided. Would you mind sending me a copy? Sounds like a wonderful tool!
Posted @ Saturday, October 09, 2010 3:31 PM by Farrell
Hi Farrell - The Personal Greatness Template isn't a part of the Free Coach Training Program at this point. We may add it at a later date, but you don't need it for the exam right now, so don't worry about it. Good luck with the exam!
Posted @ Saturday, October 09, 2010 4:33 PM by Julia Stewart
Hi Julia, thanks for the new audio format...that's very helpful. I'm learning so much from your course.... I love the fresh positive approach, very helpful. I'm on the last course now...and am reviewing the first parts too. I've recommended to all my friends who I think will appreciate it. Take care. 
Posted @ Saturday, October 16, 2010 1:18 AM by Julienne
Thanks so much Julienne - I'm glad you're enjoying it. Watch for the next exam announcement so you can get your Coaching Certificate.
Posted @ Saturday, October 16, 2010 11:43 AM by Julia Stewart
I think I can finally become a coach thanks for the lessons here in your site. Your classes are clear e lound, great and full of inspiration. Thanks a lot and I will keep you updated about the news of coaching here in São Paulo, Brazil. best regards;
Posted @ Thursday, November 04, 2010 12:38 PM by Emanuel Campos
For many years, I have always wanted to be a life coach but have been confused about how to go about it and what teaching methods would work best for me. Please contact me so that we can discuss further.
Posted @ Wednesday, February 02, 2011 5:19 PM by Barbara Rhea
That's great Barbara - You can reach us at 877-224-2780 and we'll be happy to answer your questions about training.
Posted @ Wednesday, February 02, 2011 5:25 PM by Julia Stewart
Hi :) I was really looking forward to receiving a link to the exam on the 18th, as I signup for & studied all the free course material in preparation... but haven't received an e-mail confirming that the exam is now open and a link to access it. Can you help? Thank you for your time & attention to my question.
Posted @ Saturday, February 19, 2011 11:03 AM by Aaryn
Hi Aaryn - The exam announcement just went out. Check your inbox for it. If you don't see it, check spam filters and junk folders. Good luck!
Posted @ Saturday, February 19, 2011 2:46 PM by Julia Stewart
received :) many, many thanks xx
Posted @ Saturday, February 19, 2011 7:13 PM by Aaryn
I have just seen that the exam is out...but I have searched for the notice and link and cannot find it. I have logged in since last August and have never received a notice for the exam yet. I may not be quite ready to do it this time as I am in the middle of some intensive life skills workshops (I\m a trainer)I would appreciate if you can put my email on the list so next tie the announcement is made I can be informed. Thanks a million...I have greatly benefited from the course and plan to be a blessing to others with it. Julienne
Posted @ Monday, February 21, 2011 11:50 AM by Julienne
Julienne - If you didn't get the email invitation, it's because you haven't registered for all five courses. Be sure to register for all five with the same name and email address, so the system recognizes you.
Posted @ Monday, February 21, 2011 12:15 PM by Julia Stewart
Ok, I'll give that a try, thanks and all the best!
Posted @ Monday, February 21, 2011 10:18 PM by Julienne
i took the course and like it but didn't got the certificate now i will go again to get the double of my trouble
Posted @ Wednesday, June 22, 2011 10:13 AM by isaac kinzambi
Hey Isaac - You can always retake the test during the next open exam period. Good luck ~
Posted @ Wednesday, June 22, 2011 11:10 AM by Julia Stewart
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