Michael Alston
Retirement, money and leadership coach in San Tan Valley, Arizona
| Rate | $120 to $350 per hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Also coaches | Executive coach and Financial coach |
| Based in | San Tan Valley, Arizona, United States |
| Credentials | BCC; M.Ed; BPS; Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Sri Lanka); The Institute for Life Coach Training |
Michael Alston is a retirement, money and leadership coach in San Tan Valley, Arizona. He works with individuals who want stronger interpersonal skills. His focus is on soft skills like empathy, trust, listening and communication. He is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer who served in Sri Lanka. He trained at The Institute for Life Coach Training and holds an M.Ed. He also writes articles on commitment and on how coaching helps leaders.
What Michael helps with
Michael helps people build the soft skills that lead to success. He focuses on how they connect and communicate with others.
- Improving interpersonal skills
- Building empathy
- Building trust with others
- Becoming a better listener
- Communicating more clearly
- Developing leadership skills
Who Michael works with
Michael coaches individuals who want to improve how they deal with other people. He also works with leaders who want to grow their leadership skills.
Background and qualifications
Michael holds an M.Ed and the BCC and BPS credentials. He is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer who served in Sri Lanka. He trained at The Institute for Life Coach Training. He has written articles on the value of commitment in coaching, how coaching helps leaders, and how strengths can turn into setbacks.
Michael Alston pricing
Programs and services
- Free consultation
Michael Alston reviews
The CoachVouch take
A Returned Peace Corps Volunteer from Sri Lanka who coaches on soft skills like empathy, trust and listening.
Best for individuals who want to improve their interpersonal and communication skills.
Michael's rate sits above the range most life coaches charge ($80 to $175 an hour).
Common questions
How much does Michael Alston charge?
Michael Alston's rate is $120 to $350 per hour.
What does Michael Alston help with?
Michael Alston helps with improving interpersonal skills, building empathy, building trust with others and becoming a better listener.
Is Michael Alston certified?
Michael Alston lists: BCC; M.Ed; BPS; Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Sri Lanka); The Institute for Life Coach Training.
How do I contact Michael Alston?
Send Michael a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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