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What
is coaching?
Coaching is a convenient way to help you clarify your goals and priorities,
and move forward towards reaching those goals. You choose the appointment
time and the focus of each coaching call. I ask powerful questions, listen
to you, reflect your thoughts and ideas, offer support, and set high standards.
I encourage you and offer ideas or resources of my own. I cheer you on
in your journey from awareness to action. I keep you focused and
on track. You get 100% undivided attention solely focused on YOUR agenda!
Coaching focuses on where you
are today and what you are willing to do to get where you want to be tomorrow.
How
long will we work together in coaching?
Typically, I coach clients for
a minimum of 3 months. Some continue coaching on an ongoing basis
to reach their goals.
Do
you ever offer one-time special project coaching?
Yes! Special project coaching is an excellent choice if you want
immediate support in making a single important decision. For example
- Changing jobs
- Beginning or ending a relationship
- Organizing your home or office
- Planning for a major event
- Making a major purchase or investment
How do I choose the right coach for me?
Here are some guidelines to assist you in making a good selection:
- Educate yourself about coaching. Hundreds of articles have been
written about it in the last 3-5 years.
- Know your objectives for working with a coach.
- Interview three coaches before you decide on one. Ask about
experience, qualifications, skills, and ask for at least two references.
- Remember, coaching is an important relationship. There should
be a connection between you and the coach that "feels" right
to you.
Click here to
request a free 30 minute coaching session. If I'm not the right coach
for you, I will be happy to refer you to other certified coaches.
Click here
to read what some of my clients have to say about working with me as their
coach.
What
are your coaching credentials?
I am a certified professional
coach. In 1999 I received my certification through the Academy
for Coach Training, which is accredited by the International
Coach Federation. Not all coaches are certified, and not all
certified coaches are trained by an ICF-accredited institution. Working
with a trained coach who has graduated from an ICF-accredited school ensures
uniform quality in the training the coach has received. For a list
of ICF-accredited coach training schools, click here.
How
do we get started?
You begin by completing a personal
inventory assessment. Then we schedule an initial coaching session
to review materials in the coaching packet and clarify the focus of the
coaching relationship.
How
long is each coaching call and how often do we meet? Coaching
calls generally last 30-60 minutes, depending on your needs. Calls
are generally held on a weekly basis for the first three months.
What
will we focus on in coaching?
That’s up to you. Answer the
following questions to determine the direction:
- What three things
would you like to change about the quality of your life over
the next three months?
- Begin with the end
result in mind. Imagine you've already achieved what
you want, and write down how your life will look different three months
from now.
- What will motivate
you to take action? Identify how taking action will make your
life better.
Here's an example
of how this looks (do this for all three focus areas you choose):
Focus Area (goal) #1:
Manage my time well.
Measurable Outcomes:
- I am on time or early for appointments and meetings.
- I get tasks accomplished by the deadline.
- I exercise for one hour at least three times a week.
- I have realistic goals for new projects.
- I have dinner with my family at least three times a week.
- I do weekly planning for my personal and professional life.
- I regularly attend choir practice when I am in town.
Motivation – what this will do for me:
- I am in integrity when I keep my word to others.
- I’ve raised my self-esteem.
- I feel less stressed.
- I am healthier.
- I have deepened my relationship with my spouse and kids.
- I have more time for what matters most.
- I am more focused on my priorities.
- I am clear about what to say NO to
Click here to read
the December 2000 Working Woman
magazine article about Kathy and her client.
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