The CoachRank blog
Straight answers about hiring a coach - what it costs, what to ask, and how to read a directory that is honest about being paid for.
Business coach vs consultant vs mentor
A coach asks, a consultant answers, a mentor has been there. The real difference is who owns the decision - and hiring the wrong one wastes months.
August 29, 2026 · 3 min read
How to vet a business coach when every directory is paid
Almost every list of "top coaches" is paid for somewhere in the chain. That is fine, once you know it. Here is how to read one, and what to check instead.
August 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Questions to ask a business coach before you pay
The intro call is a two-way interview, and most people only play one side. Nine questions that tell you more than any testimonial.
August 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Red flags when hiring a business coach
Coaching has no protected title, which means the market rewards confidence. Seven signs worth walking away from - and one that only looks like a problem.
August 29, 2026 · 3 min read
What does a business coach actually cost?
Coaching prices look arbitrary until you understand what is being priced. Here is how the three common models work, and what actually moves the number.
August 29, 2026 · 3 min read