This textbook covers the fundamentals of setting up a coaching business. I share tools and techniques that will assist you in launching and running your thriving coaching business. I approach this topic from coaching, psychology, counseling, marketing, and corporate management perspectives. The following foundational coaching resources are covered in this handbook: Context- Background information, research findings, theory, and contextual material that will give you the background you need. Guidelines- Best practices that will streamline your coaching processes and guarantee you deliver high-quality coaching services to your clients. Planning- Critical planning and decision-making techniques to rapidly optimize your coaching business. Records- Best practices for professionally documenting coaching information such as notes, records, intake, agreements, questionnaires, and feedback. Skills- Core coaching skills, techniques, and tips so you can get certified, launch your coaching business, and start immediately. Business- Foundational knowledge needed to run your business, manage financials, market your services effectively, create your brand, and build your Internet presence. Exercises- Proven techniques that will generate immediate success by jumpstarting the coaching process with your clients. Forms- Sample forms and business documents you can adapt and tune to your specific coaching practice. Tools- Smart tools that will help pinpoint particular client issues so you can make informed, empathetic, and professional coaching decisions.