Before beginning coaching, through the written coaching agreement, the coach and client agree to the nature of the relationship, boundaries, time commitment, fees, and confidentiality, …
Agreement Before Moving Forward
Coaching relationship
Stairway to Success Analogy of a Coaching Relationship
The analogy of building a staircase aligned to building a coaching relationship is a tool for the client and the coach to use as they …
Reflection
In the examples shared in this blog series, the client in the story moved through many phases and worked in many areas of their life. …
Coaching Plus – Resume Support
In setting up the coaching relationship, the option for training or consulting in addition to coaching was discussed and planned with Katrina. As discussed in …
Coaching Competencies Engage Coaching Clients
During coaching certification, the Core Competencies of a Coach from the International Coaching Federation, ICF, are taught and developed. In addition to these competencies being …
How do I know if hiring a coach is right for me?
Whether advancing your career, moving past a challenge, or choosing to create meaningful change, a coach is your single most powerful tool. Given that is …
Career Coaching
Here is an example of a career coaching engagement using models, processes, and the coaching competencies. Envision a career coaching opportunity. Sometimes the challenge is …
Pros and Cons of Models and Processes
During coach training it is helpful to learn different models and processes to increase awareness and for greater flexibility in adjusting to individual clients. There …
How to Start a Coaching Business
As silly as it sounds, it is important to say that before you start a coaching business, become a coach. Initial training is often a …
Coaching and Note-taking
Coaching and Note-taking By Cathy Liska Coaching sessions are an opportunity for clients to think out loud, explore their opportunities, brainstorm possibilities, develop strategies, plan …