How I Coach and WhyNote: To Potential ClientsWhat Are the Top Reasons People Hire Coaches?When you think of the people in your life that you’ve known or still know, you and I envision a truth. We strive to be around certain ‘types’ of people and we also avoid being around other ‘types’ of people. The people we strive to be around, when you think about it, don’t they carry certain qualities that make us feel good about ourselves? Isn’t it easier and more pleasant to be around an encourager, one who seems to find words that lift burdens rather than words that create a heaviness or guilt trip? I find the people I gravitate to are those I have a deep appreciation for their expertise and the desire to be connected to their world, wisdom, personality and thinking. I want to walk away from a coaching relationship where I take something tangible with me that I didn’t possess before I came. When I was in my twenties I hired a mentor for myself. I needed some insight in that I felt something was keeping me from getting where I needed to go and I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I was fortunate enough to be aligned with a strong, but gentle woman who artfully pointed out areas in my life which were stifled and together the root cause was uncovered and I discovered what I needed to do to move forward. But, the best part was that a part of her strength and gentleness went with me. A bonus I didn’t count on. How I Coach:There are several methods and styles of Life Coaching which are effective. Accountability coaching focuses on accomplishments. They make action plans and check if the client is sticking to their plan. It is effective because it;
Then, there are life coaches who focus on the person, rather than goals. The coach is concerned with not only identifying and achieving goals, but recognizing and pin-pointing the blocks or problems causing the client to delay reaching their dreams, passions, vision and goals. Accountability Life Coaching is effective, but with my program I combine accountability with much encouragement so that guilt trips in the interim are eliminated. Can You Guarantee My Success If I Enroll?I cannot possibly guarantee that you’ll succeed with my program. I don’t know you, your level of ambition, self-discipline, or commitment. But, what I CAN guarantee is that you will finally understand why you’re not where you need to be, or want to be and you’ll know exactly what you need to be doing to get there. What Allows Me To Give Such a Bold & Confident Response?During our initial 15-30 minute chat, I will suggest that you read my article on Coaching Is About Change and listen to at least one short video message I’ve composed, so you can experience me before enrolling. This information plus our initial chat should give you and me insight as to whether we are a good fit for a coaching relationship. I really don’t want to have anyone in my coaching program who needs to be convinced they need to be there. In Conclusion: Be DiscerningMany coaches rely on their own wisdom and human knowledge. There are many secular coaches whose basis is grounded on New Age thinking. God uses the counsel of Christian Coaches to reveal his wisdom. God’s wisdom will make a way for you. Remember, the wisdom of this world is foolishness to God. We need to know the difference between human advice and Godly wisdom so we can choose God’s best path. As a Christian Life Coach, I lean into the wisdom of God and combine that with the knowledge received through credentialing and life experiences. I personally life coach because the desire in my heart is to see others grow and reach their highest potential and dream. Paul once said: I may not be all that I could be; but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Jesus Christ. Phil 3:13-14 Take a Quiz: Are You Coachable? |
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