What gives coaches value within the profession?In this solo episode, I explore Pierre Bourdieu's concept of capital and discuss how coaches accumulate social and cultural capital throughout their careers. From qualifications and coaching knowledge to professional networks and reputation, I reflect on the different forms of capital that can shape coaching opportunities.Drawing on my own experiences coaching in both the UK and Asia, I consider how the value of our qualifications, experience, reputation and relationships often depends on whether they are recognised within a particular environment.Key topics include:Pierre Bourdieu's concept of capitalSocial capital and coaching networksCultural capital and coaching qualificationsWhy coaching capital is context-dependentLessons from coaching in the UK and AsiaWhat coaches can learn about building and maintaining professional capitalKey takeaway:The value of our qualifications, experience, reputation and networks depends on whether they're recognised within a particular environment.