The best way to answer that question is to ask people who have participated in coaching already. Remember, coaching is not counseling. We start with the concept that you are whole and do not need "fixing." From this position we look forward, not back into the past. If you are looking to "find out why you are so messed up," therapy or a professional counselor will be a much better fit.
Now that you are ready to move forward in your life, take a look at the following survey to see what others gained through coaching. I can personally recommend coaching myself, as having a coach got me to where I am now in much less time than I might have on my own.
Here is a study conducted by the International Coaching Federation to answer that very question.
During the first quarter of 1998, the International Coach Federation (ICF) surveyed 210 coaching clients for demographic data and feedback/opinions about the value and use of coaching. Of these respondents, 197 were employed professionals. All had a formal, on-going relationship with an ICF coach with an average duration of 9 months. Over 80% of the respondents had undergraduate degrees and over a third had Master’s degrees or higher.
70% - very valuable
28.5% - valuable
Level of confidence in the coach
50% - confide in their coach as much as their best friend, spouse or therapist
28.5% - confide in their coach more than anyone else
84.4% sounding board - to listen to them and give honest feedback
78.1% motivator
56.7% friend
50.5% mentor
46.7% business consultant
41% teacher
Typical issues
80.5% time management
74.3 % career guidance
73.8% business advice
58.6% relationship/family issues
51.9% physical/wellness issues
45.2% personal issues
39.5% goal setting
38.1% financial guidance
11% creativity
67.6% higher level of self-awareness
62.4% smarter goal setting
60.5% more balanced life
57.1% lower stress levels
52.9% self-discovery
52.4% more self-confidence
43.3% improvement in quality of life
39.5% enhanced communication skills
35.7% project completion
33.8% health or fitness improvement
33.3% better relationship with boss or co-workers
33.3% better family relationships
31.9% increased energy
31.9% more fun
25.7% more income
25.7% stopped a bad habit
24.3% change in career
22.9% more free time
94% believe coaching is here to stay and become a recognized profession
6% think coaching is just a passing fad
This survey was conducted by Amy Watson, Principle, PROfusion Public Relations. The survey design assistance is by Jackie Rieves Watson, Ph.D., professor of Management and Statistics, Amber University.
Thus we see in the numbers what some many people are finding out "Coaching works!" I invite you to call and book a demonstration coaching session and find out for yourself if you are ready to take your life to next level.
Coaching explained
THE CLIENT
Person who wants to achieve results in the following: higher level performance, learning, and satisfaction with life in general. The client is not seeking emotional healing, addictions counseling or relief from psychological trauma.
The coaching client takes action towards his or her goals with the support of the coach. The successful client is ready for change and willing to work.
DELIVERY
Coaches and clients arrange the schedule and means of contact (e.g., in person, by phone, or via e-mail) that serve them both.
RELATIONSHIP
Coach and client are partners. While the coach may have expertise in a certain area the coach does not relate to the client from this position, though coaching can lead to mentoring or consulting as a separate relationship.
Together coach and client "design the alliance," working on the focus, format, and desired outcomes for their work. The client doesn't give up responsibility for creating and maintaining his aspect of the alliance nor does the coach take full responsibility for them either.
RESULTS
Clients move through obstacles that alone may have been very challenging. The coaching does not focus on relieving psychological pain or on treating cognitive or emotional disorders. Though being functional in other areas of life has the effect of making the clients whole life better.
TIME FRAME
Coaching concentrates primarily on the present and future. Coaching does not focus on the past or on the past's impact on the present.
Coaching uses information from the client's past to clarify where the client is today. It does not need resolution of the past to move the client forward.
EMOTION
Coaching assumes the presence of emotional reactions to life events and that clients are capable of expressing and handling their emotions. Coaching is not psychotherapy and emotional healing is not the focus of coaching.
OTHER METHODS
Coaching can be used concurrently with counseling or psychological work. It is not used as a substitute for psychotherapeutic work.
ADVICE
Advice, opinions, or suggestions may be occasionally offered in coaching. Both parties understanding that the client is free to accept or decline what is offered and takes the ultimate responsibility for action. The coach is not discouraged from offering advice, opinions or suggestions if the occasion warrants. The coach will be clear and ask permission before any such advising.
REQUESTING
A coach will make requests of the client to promote action toward the client's desired outcomes. A coach does not make such requests in order to fix the client's problem or understand the client's past.
So now you have a better idea what coaching is all about... Here is another question: "How surprised will you be to find that you can feel incredibly strong?" Use that personal strength that is waiting for expression! Carpe Diem!
Sincerely,
Sasha LeBaron
Coach and Founder
VersaCoach and the LeBaron Group
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