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Pay attention to that itch that won’t go away!
Transitions are part of our human experience, yet so many of us really struggle with how to navigate them. Understanding the art and science of transitions can provide context to what can be a difficult road. What is that itch? Is it simply a change? A larger transition? Or is it a significant transformation? Whether…
Leadership Tips
If you follow me on social media, you’ll be familiar with my series, “Leadership Tips”, where I give some of the juiciest wisdom I’ve learned from top coaching professionals. I’ve included some of these gems below.
Listen to that Voice!
How do we manage that internal voice that tells us we need some change? We know that voice; it’s like a burning ember that doesn’t go away. I know that voice; it persuaded me to make significant changes in my life and career to become a certified leadership coach. Coaching can be the vehicle to guide that voice towards a more satisfying life.
Decision Criteria
Choosing a coach can feel intimidating. What decision criteria should you use? We seek out decision criteria for doctors, therapists, financial advisors, lawyers….why not for coaches? Here are a few important questions you should ask yourself as you assess potential coaches.
Why does background matter?
Your potential coach doesn’t need to have your exact background, in fact, it can be better if they don’t.
Why?
Because it may cause the coach to rely on their specific expertise instead of the coaching process itself.
Education and Credentials
Why is formal coach education necessary? Coaching is about supporting intentional growth and change in people. Science informs good coach education – behavioral science, neuroscience, change management, psychology. Good coach education packages this science into useable knowledge, adoptable practices, and tools for the coach. This provides the coach with more choices on how to work with a client. Without formal coach education, coaching may not be as effective and sustainable.
The Coach’s Approach – Part 1: Philosophy & Personal Style Components
Let’s now explore the Coach’s Approach. We’ll first explore the Philosophical and Personal Style components, and the next post will focus on the Logistical components of the coach’s approach.
The Coach’s Approach – Part 2: Logistical Components
Take time to understand the coach’s approach to the structure of the engagement. There is no right way to structure it. Most experienced coaches try several approaches and then settle into one that works best for them and their clients.
What is the process to purchase and activate the coaching services? A few things to know…
The Client Framework of the Signature Coaching Program
This holistic framework is based on my experience working with people on their personal and professional growth journey, and provides context, structure and flexibility for the process. This framework is here to help guide your journey, as you take the lead for the focus, depth, and breadth of effort you choose to apply.