The following is an excerpt from the CoachStart Manual.

When we wear the hat of “coach”, we often feel like we’re supposed to be some kind of guru — all-knowing, all-wise, having all the answers to people’s problems.  The biggest fear is usually: What if I don’t know what to say?  What if I can’t help and I look silly?  This is a common perspective we automatically create or come from.

So change it!  Reframe your perspective to something that empowers you.  How about: “We’re going to view this session as an exploration.  I’m not here as some kind of guru to tell you what to do.  The goal is to help YOU get clear on what you really want, and the best way forward.”

Now doesn’t that feel better?