Free 7-Day Coaching Skills Challenge

Have you ever thought about becoming a professional coach?

Perhaps you’ve been told you’re a great listener. Maybe friends naturally turn to you for advice. Or perhaps you’re a manager who wants to become a more inspiring leader.

Whatever has brought you here, this free seven-day challenge is the perfect place to begin.

Over the next week, you’ll discover the core skills used by professional coaches around the world. You’ll experience practical coaching techniques, explore powerful communication tools and begin thinking like a coach.

Best of all – it’s completely free.

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Is This Challenge Right for You?

This challenge has been designed for anyone who wants to:

  • Discover what coaching really is
  • Learn practical coaching skills
  • Become a better manager or leader
  • Improve communication and listening skills
  • Increase confidence when helping others
  • Explore coaching as a new career
  • Find out if professional coach training is right for them
  • No previous experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

What You'll Learn

Day 1

What is Coaching?

Discover the difference between coaching, mentoring, counselling and training. Learn why coaching has become one of the fastest-growing professional skills in leadership, business and personal development.

Day 2

Powerful Questions

Great coaches don’t give all the answers—they ask better questions.

Discover how powerful questions can help people unlock new thinking, solve problems and make better decisions.

Day 3

Listening Skills

Most people listen to reply.

Professional coaches listen to understand.

Learn one of the most valuable communication skills you’ll ever develop.

Day 4

Goal Setting

Explore practical coaching frameworks, including the internationally recognised GROW Model, and learn how coaches help people move from ideas to action.

Day 5

NLP Techniques

Discover how Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) can enhance communication, build rapport and help people overcome limiting beliefs.

Day 6

Building Confidence

Learn how professional coaches help clients develop resilience, overcome self-doubt and build lasting confidence.

Day 7

Becoming a Professional Coach

Explore the exciting career opportunities available within coaching and discover the different pathways into professional practice.

What You Will Receive

Daily coaching lessons delivered straight to your inbox

  • Practical coaching exercises
  • Reflection activities
  • Downloadable workbook
  • Video lessons
  • Coaching models you can use immediately
  • Become a Member of the Be Inspired Group
  • Information about our accredited coaching qualifications

Why Coaching?

Coaching has become one of the most valuable professional skills in today’s workplace.

Managers use coaching to develop high-performing teams.

Leaders use coaching to inspire innovation and engagement.

Entrepreneurs use coaching to support clients and grow successful businesses.

Professional coaches use these same skills to transform lives every day.

Whether you’re looking to improve your leadership, change career or simply become more effective when working with people, coaching is a skill that will stay with you for life.

Learn with UKCPD

For over 28 years, UKCPD has helped thousands of learners develop professional coaching, leadership and personal development skills.

When you’re ready to continue your journey, you’ll be able to explore our flexible online qualifications, including:

  • Association for Coaching Accredited Professional Coaching Qualifications
  • ILM Level 5 Effective Coaching & Mentoring
  • ILM Level 7 Executive Coaching & Mentoring
  • NLP Practitioner Qualifications

All programmes are designed to fit around your work and family commitments, allowing you to study at your own pace with the support of experienced tutors.

Start Your Coaching Journey Today

Imagine where you could be just one week from now.

You’ll have a clearer understanding of coaching, greater confidence in your communication skills and a better idea of whether becoming a professional coach is the right path for you.

It all starts with one simple step.

Join the FREE 7-Day Coaching Skills Challenge Today

Complete the short form below and we’ll send your first lesson immediately.

Your future could begin with Day One.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. There is no cost to join, and you’ll receive all seven lessons, the workbook and supporting video resources free of charge.

No. This challenge is designed specifically for beginners, managers, leaders and anyone curious about coaching.

Most lessons take around 10–15 minutes to read, with optional reflection exercises if you’d like to explore the topic in more depth.

At the end of the challenge, we’ll introduce you to our range of professional coaching qualifications. There is absolutely no obligation to enrol, but if coaching feels like the right next step, we’ll be delighted to help you continue your journey.

Your Journey Starts Here

Join thousands of learners who have already discovered the power of coaching.

Register today and receive your first lesson immediately.

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