Coaching FAQs

Coaching is a tool that is used to empower individuals and help them reach their goals; it is a structured conversation between the Coach and the Client.
During a coaching session I will walk by your side to help you to reach your ultimate goal and aspirations. I will listen to you, ask questions, find out what your challenges are and inspire you to reach that end goal.
You will be encouraged to make decisions and take responsibility for these decisions.

Coaching is not about me giving you suggestions or advice. I am not mentoring or counselling you.
If you commence a series of coaching sessions and it is deemed that coaching is not the correct support mechanism for you at this moment in time I will discuss this with you to find a suitable solution to support your onward journey.

I use the GROW model which is an acronym for the areas explored, Goals, Reality, Options and Way forward.
This model keeps you moving forward towards your goal. I will be asking you questions, listening to your responses, challenging you whilst all the time remaining non-judgemental regarding the details and not offering you any advice.

To make sure that your time is being well spent with me you are expected to come to the session fully prepared and with a goal or aspiration in mind that you would like to work towards.
Preparation is very important for the coaching session, so you are encouraged to spend 15 minutes prior to the session taking yourself to an environment where you will not be disturbed, with a drink and feeling refreshed to relax prior to the start of the session. You will also need to ensure that you have a pen and paper to hand and any other items that you may think will be useful such as a diary.

Coaching is predominantly carried out over Zoom, however other options such as Skype or WhatsApp video are available. The usual procedure is that I will contact you after arranging a convenient time and date. 

You will be guided through a 6-point process.

1. Review the previous session and the actions that you completed
2. Set the goal for that session
3. Consider where you are at the present moment with this goal
4. Consider your options in meeting this goal
5. Agree on some actions
6. Summarise the session before completing the session. 

Each session will be for up to one hour (or up to 90 minutes depending on the coaching package that you have selected). I will manage the timing of the session and ensure you gain full value from the session.

A coaching session is completely confidential. I agree and comply to the Coaching Code of Conduct and only in extreme circumstances will this confidence be breached. This includes the intent to cause harm to yourself or others or criminal acts.

You just need to book an initial consultation to discuss your requirements with me in a little more depth and find out how you would like to be coached.
I will send details through regarding the terms and conditions which will include the frequency of our sessions and taking of some basic contact information and a little bit of detail around where you see yourself now.
We would organise an ‘Intake’ session which will start us talking about you and your aspirations.
After all this is all about YOU!

Group coaching offers a shared experience through community. This format gives clients the opportunity to learn and grow with others, with the added bonus of having other people to cheer them on and celebrate with.