Ever thought of starting and online coaching business? Maybe if you are like Lauren Gaggioli you will. But her path to online coaching went through some unusual and disappointing turns. Did your first career move work out? Did what you planned to do in college make you a living? In today’s podcast we talk to Lauren Gaggioli about her career path and how it has led to her developing an online coaching service for students preparing for the SAT and ACT. BONUS: If you or your kids need her services, she is offering a 10% discount through our company with the code ASK10. Lauren Gaggioli of Higher Scores Test Prep [/featured-image] Click to ListenNOTE: If you are reading this in email, you will need to go to Itunes or my blog to get access to this show. Actress to Online Coaching BusinessLauren has an interesting path to find her career.Started as an NYU Trained actress.Back in California, her education became a liability as she tried to break into acting.Started doing something she knew to make money - tutoring. Worked for a large tutoring company providing test prep tutoring/coaching.Left that company because they were missing some market needs. Thought she could provide better service on her own. (CLUES to an idea)Grew her new company slowly locally and now reaching out online!Motivation for online - Getting married and starting a family. Do not let work control your life. Make you work work for you! "Do not let work control your life. Make you work work for you!"]To contact Lauren:Website: Higher Scores Test PrepTwitter: @HigherScoresG+:+HigherScoresTestPrep1Email: [email protected] again, you get a 10% discount on her services with the discount code ASK10. ResourcesLauren provided us with her two books she would recommend everyone read.The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Live Them and Reach Your Potential by John C. MaxwellThe Alchemist by Paulo CoelhoLearn how to start your own company with Discovering the Entrepreneur in You. "Learn how to start your own company with Discovering the Entrepreneur in You."]Subscription LinksIf you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe to it on iTunes. To subscribe, go to iTunes and hit subscribe! You may have to click the button that says, “OPEN IN ITUNES.” You can also find Company of One on Stitcher. Your FeedbackIf you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, e-mail me.Also, if you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks.[reminder]Have you ever thought about doing some kind of online coaching? [/reminder]Dale Callahan, Ph.D.Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy SessionDirector of Engineering Management @ UAB (205) 790-8447 dalecallahan.com LinkedIn

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