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The Business of Expertise

Strong fit for consultants and coaches moving from generalist to expert positioning. For CoachGuido readers, the value is in applying the idea to a real coaching business: clearer offers, better conversations, more professional delivery, and more responsible client expectations.

David C. Baker 2017
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Best for

The Business of Expertise by David C. Baker (2017) is best for coaches who want a stronger practical lens on expert positioning, especially when they need clearer language, better judgment, or a more useful client conversation.

Why it matters

Strong fit for consultants and coaches moving from generalist to expert positioning. For CoachGuido readers, the value is in applying the idea to a real coaching business: clearer offers, better conversations, more professional delivery, and more responsible client expectations.

Limitations

Some examples or language may feel dated. Use the core principle, then adapt it to a modern, consent-based coaching business.