Join Alex for a fascinating conversation with one of the OG executive coaches, Scott Eblin. Scott shares how he transitioned from the corporate world to starting his own coaching business 23 years ago, at a time when the profession was still in its early stages. He discusses the importance of running his practice like a business from day one to support his family.Scott dives into how he found his coaching niche working with overwhelmed executives transitioning to new levels of leadership. This specialty arose from his own experiences as a young executive frequently finding himself in over his head.The turning point in Scott's career came when he networked his way into the world of publishing, thanks to advice from coaching legend Marshall Goldsmith. His first book "The Next Level" opened up a world of new opportunities. Scott reflects on the evolution of the coaching landscape over the past two decades. While easier to establish yourself back then, the keys to success today involve building a loyal community and mastering multichannel marketing - not just relying on having published a book.Don't miss this wisdom-packed episode with a coaching pioneer who continues to thrive by helping mindful executives navigate the challenging journey to the next level.