Interview with Marije Miller
by Norman Williams - Big Money Publishing Newsletter

June 21, 2002

The following is an email interview with Marije Miller by Norman Williams of Big Money Publishing Newsletter.

Question from Norman: Can you tell me about your business background?

Answer by Marije: I've, as many people say, coached people all my life, but I officially started Life Coaching in January, 2001. I immigrated from The Netherlands to California, where I worked in both corporate America and non-profit management. At that time, my husband and I decided to take a sabbatical: the two-story house with the 3 cars, good jobs, etc., just wasn't enough. So we took our 18 month old daughter and traveled for 10 months throughout Central and South America, Europe and Egypt. Meeting wonderful people everywhere, who shared their stories and experiences with us, made me realize how much I truly enjoy connecting with people and co-creating their lives by empowering them to take action towards a life they truly want for themselves. I now work with Comprehensive Coaching U (a virtual coach training university, www.coachinginstruction.com) as Dean of the Explode into Coaching Program, and I have my own thoroughly fulfilling coaching practice.

Q: As a person on the Internet, how did you get started?

A: Many years ago I worked briefly as a high tech recruiter. I was familiar with the internet, mostly with emailing, but I hadn't experienced the true power of the web.

Q: How long have you been in business online?

A: In September of 2001 I created my own domain name: www.yourgreatestlife.com. My website is currently under construction and will be fully operational by the beginning of July! I'm very thrilled about that!

Q: What online businesses you are involved with?

A: My business is Personal and Professional Coaching. I coach people who are ready to take action to create the life they truly desire. My clients are a very eclectic bunch: they vary from real estate agents to stay-at-home moms to web-designers. What they do have in common are that they are all great! They are looking for balance, may it be more financial freedom, more selfcare, more social contacts, better relationships, etc. And they know they deserve what they want. My website is a way for people to get to know me and my coaching philosophy. The better part of the coaching that I do is via the telephone.

Q: How did you learn what it takes to succeed?

A: I love books, both from the store and e-books. Currently I'm reading 'Conversations with Millionaires' by Mike Litman and Jason Oman and 'Spiritual Marketing' by Joe Vitale. Great books!

Q: What office equipment do you use?

A: My wonderful HP Pavilion and my Plantronics headphone with mute button! (So important in my work!)

Q: Do you do all of your business online?

A: No, most of my coaching is by phone. However, some people profit more from e-coaching. I offer both.

Q: What are your biggest gripes about the Internet?

A: It is the place to find the best information as well as the worst. What I really despise is the spam mails.

Q: Do you mostly do publishing or other enterprises?

A: Publishing is only a small part of what I do. I love to write and it helps me reach a bigger audience to support my mission, which is to help people feel great about themselves and their lives.

Q: Are there any tips or advice you would like to offer?

A: About life? I love this quote, I use it all the time to get people to allow to themselves to think differently: 'Follow your deepest heart's desire....Why not?' By Renee Locks.

Q: Do you use any clip art in your publications?

A: Not currently.

Q: Are people more interesting than product stories?

A: Absolutely!

Q: What are your goals and aspirations for the future?

A: My ultimate goal is to create a system that a) makes every coaching experience an extraordinary experience and b) that teaches coaching skills in schools to help teachers and students create a safe and supportive, non-judging learning space.

Q: What software do you use to make your websites?

A: My webmaster does it for me.

Q: What are your favorite books or computer programs?

A: See answer 5.

Q: What is your best time for working on your computer?

A: My personal best time is early in the morning, right after (or with) my first cup of coffee. Depending on how much work I get done in that first 2 1/2 hour stretch I may do a couple of other stretches in the early afternoon. The rest of my time is taken up by coaching!

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