Frequently Asked Coaching Questions

What is Coaching?
Coaching is a personalized developmental system where a client and coach work one-on-one to help the client clarify and achieve their goals. Clients change limiting behaviors and maximize outstanding performance.

What is the role of the Coach?
The coach is an objective partner who works outside a company's history, personal agendas and office politics. The coach listens, guides, challenges and supports the client to achieve their goals. The coach guides the client to discover which goals will be most meaningful. It is the coach's job to help the client move from ordinary or successful to extraordinary. The primary job of the coach is not to give the client direction. This is a joint process where clients discover what they are capable of rather than being told what to do .

What are the differences between Consulting, Therapy, and Coaching?
The management consultant is project-oriented and assists with strategy formulation and implementation. Therapy is often for people dealing with some type of dysfunction. A therapist attempts to repair past problems and deficiencies. Coaching is very present and future-oriented and geared toward action, not just talk. Coaching is for high-functioning individuals who want to accomplish more. The coach is future-oriented and works to increase future productivity. If a client or team has a certain pattern of thinking or behavior that is limiting, a coach helps them figure out what it is and how to change it. The coach also works with clients to define strengths so they leverage those better.

What is the fee for Coaching services?
Coaching programs are customized to each specific situation. Fees are also customized. A first month fee (includes orientation and assessment time) and subsequent monthly fees are agreed upon. For most agreements, fees are paid at the beginning of the month for that month’s sessions.

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