Frequently Asked Questions

You are certain to have questions, and, in this section, we hope to answer the ones we most often encounter

1-2-1 Coaching

How do I know if coaching is right for me? 

• Do you feel that currently you aren’t reaching your potential, and thus, feel unfulfilled?
• Is there a gap between where you are now and where you want to be?
• Do you sometimes feel you don’t have the skills, resources or confidence to get something completed?
• Do you feel stuck and put off making decisions or fail to stick to those decisions you have made?
• Are you ready to entertain new and fresh ideas?
• Are you willing to be accountable for what you desire?

If you answer yes to any of these questions, then coaching can most definitely support you to get your desired outcome.

What is Coaching?

Coaching is supporting you to move from where you are now, to where you want to be, more quickly and effectively than if you acted alone.
During a coaching session, your coach will facilitate your decision-making process or encourage you to get into action and make change happen by listening, questioning, offering summaries, and with your permission, offer constructive challenge or observations and give helpful feedback.

When coaching is not the right intervention for you

If you commence on a series of coaching sessions and it is deemed that coaching is not the correct support mechanism for you at this moment in time, this will be discussed with you directly to find a suitable solution to support your onward journey.

How does coaching work?

Different coaches use different models to structure their sessions. A popular model is 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. Your coach will be asking you questions, listening to your responses, challenging you whilst all the time remaining non-judgemental regarding the details.

What will happen during a coaching session?

Coaching is predominantly carried out over the Zoom/Teams/telephone/SKYPE or face to face. The usual procedure is that the client will book a convenient time with the coach.

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 the session
3. Consider where you are now 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 60 minutes. The coach will manage the timing of the session and ensure you gain full value from the session.

Who else will know what has been said?

A coaching session is completely confidential. We agree and comply to the Coaching Code of Conduct and the General Data Protection Regulations and here are the hyperlinks:

https://coachfederation.org/code-of-ethics
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guide-to-the-general-data-protection-regulation

Only in extreme circumstances will this confidence be breached. This includes the intent to cause harm to yourself or others or criminal acts.

What does the coach need from me during a session?

To make sure that your time is well spent with your coach, you are expected to come to the session fully prepared and with a goal or objective in mind that you would like to work towards.

Preparation is very important for the coaching session, so you are encouraged to be in a conducive environment where you will not be disturbed. 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. 

I want to start coaching now. What do I do?

You just need to contact us on the ‘Contact us’ button below to discuss your requirements in a little more depth and find out how you would like to be coached.?We would organise an Introduction Conversation session which will start us talking about you and your aspirations.

Group Coaching

Kindly use the ‘Contact us’ form to send us your specific enquiry.