Truth in Advertising Articles
Truth in Advertising, Inc. (TINA.org) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to be the go-to online resource dedicated to empowering consumers to protect themselves and one another against false advertising and deceptive marketing.
Check out these articles:
How to know if a business offer or coaching program is a scam?
Here are the FTC guidelines from the U.S. Government (it’s pretty eye-opening). It explains how to know when a business program or coaching offer is a scam. Lots of the tactics they explain are shady and scammy are so common these days.
Trauma of Money
The Trauma of Money Method™ is a compassionate approach, delivered through online training, that explores frameworks for healing collective and individual traumas to create financial safety and well-being. I’ve taken their certification and LOVED it. Not an affiliate.
ICF Code of Ethics
ICF stands for the International Coaching Federation. I’m still not fully on board with them, BUT they do have a great code of ethics for their coaches.
If you need a lawyer
Behind the scenes, I’ve heard about a lot of law suits. I’m sorry if you’re going through that. In the U.S., it’s best to connect with the National Association of Consumer Affairs.
The Better Business Bureau on coaching and business scams.
They’ve empowered people to find businesses, brands, and charities they can trust for over 110 years. Below is an eye-opening article.
NCHWC
The national board of health and wellness coaching. They are “leading the advancement of health & wellness coaching by establishing professional standards and collaborative partnerships.” I’ve gone through a training and they have a great code of ethics.