What is coaching?
Coaching is development of a relationship between client and coach that focuses on the professional and personal maximization of the client’s potential. The coach helps the client define goals, set goals, make a plan of action, monitor progress, and insure continued, life-long progress.
Is coaching therapy? What is the difference?
Coaching helps the client improve learning and performance and enhance quality of life. Therapy helps the client relieve psychological pain or treats cognitive or emotional disorders. Coaching focuses on the present and future. Therapy focuses on the impact of the past on the present.
Is coaching confidential?
Yes, coaching is a confidential process between coach and client.
How do I know if I can benefit from coaching
You can benefit from coaching if you feel an untapped potential and a frustration in knowing exactly how to move on. You can benefit from having a “coach” to provide direction and motivation.
What if my employees need coaching?
Executive and Life Coaching is sought by both the employer and the individual. Many companies arrange coaching for individuals or groups when they realize their primary investment is in their professionals. It is both cost-effective and humane to promote growth within the organization.
How do I measure progress?
Effective goals are set on an individual basis for each client. The progress toward the goals is measured by the client and monitored by the coach. The client is prompted to recognize the accomplishments and from that satisfaction, move on to new goals.
Who pays for coaching?
Depending on the situation, individuals or a company may pay for the coaching.
How many sessions should I have?
Coaching is most effective as an ongoing process. It usually starts with weekly sessions and then tapers to two times a month until the client feels that goal setting and accomplishment are well-established.