Think about writing your to do list — often the language used is “should” or “need to.” When using this language, a natural resistance to …
How Coaches Motivate 1 of 3
A natural tendency in conversations is to share what happened, consider how or why it happened, and discuss the implications. When these conversations occur with …
Life Coach versus Executive Coach 3 of 3
The greatest indicator of success in a coaching relationship is the rapport established between the coach and the client. The rapport starts with a client’s …
Life Coach versus Executive Coach 2 of 3
Share your thoughts in a comment on this blog post. In beginning a coaching relationship, an individual hiring a Life Coach asks the coach generally …
Life Coach versus Executive Coach 1 of 3
The perception of a Life Coach is often mistaken as similar to a friend, mentor, or counselor. The perception of Executive Coach may be mistaken …
Coaching – Communication, Exploration, and Strategizing 3 of 3
After exploring a range of goals in multiple areas, it makes sense to choose which to focus on first. A coach supports the client by …
Coaching – Communication, Exploration, and Strategizing 2 of 3
When a coach understands the client, develops rapport, and communicates effectively, coaching sessions are an ideal opportunity for a client to fully explore their goals …
Coaching – Communication, Exploration, and Strategizing 1 of 3
Coaching sessions are based on three areas of communication: listening, direct and respectful language, and questioning. Coach training programs provide specific tools and techniques for …
Coaching: Agreement, Understanding, and Rapport – 3 of 3
Because one of the greatest indicators of coaching effectiveness is the rapport between a coach and a client, the value of building trust with an …
Coaching: Agreement, Understanding, and Rapport – 2 of 3
A primary focus of a professional coach is to understand the client as a person; understand their preferences, needs, wants, and goal prioritization. A professional …