Because each professional coach has his or own style of coaching, I thought you might be interested in knowing about the ways in which I coach my clients, and what I expect of you (my client) and what you can expect of me as your coach.

I request your best.
If you are hiring me, then you’re probably ready to do and be your best. And, if you aren’t doing your best, I will ask you to. Sometimes we have to be reminded of what we are capable of and just how good we really can be … that’s where I come in.

I make direct requests.
From time to time I’ll make a direct request like "will you accomplish "X" by the end of the month?" You may accept the request, counter-offer or decline. It is your choice and there is no wrong answer on this one.

I give straight advice.
If I am sure of the situation, and you are open to it, I’ll make specific suggestions on ways to handle a problem or capitalise on an opportunity. If I am not sure, I’ll say so. Honesty is one of my highest values and it is important that we both speak authentically and say what is so for us.

I step over little.
When I hear a funny tone in your voice, or notice something amiss, I’ll ask you about it. Often, it is these moments which offer the chance to resolve something or bring something out into the open. However, I will refrain from confronting or pushing, and will merely invite you to look at something.

I give lots of homework.
Since much of what we do will involve action, I usually ask my clients to come up with two or three goals, actions or breakthroughs to have between one coaching session and the next. If it is too much, just say so. Likewise, if you want more.

You are expected to use me, rather than depend on me.
As your coach, I am a resource, friend, mentor and a presence for you to use to your best advantage. I can share many principles which will increase your success and add to the quality of your life, as well as, be a source of encouragement, strength, compassion, love and forgiveness. I request that my clients use me as this resource and friend that I am, yet refrain from letting themselves get into the position of needing me (or coaching) as a dependency thing or fix.

I am someone other than a therapist… I am a coach.
If it feels like we are getting into an area which may require some type of therapy, I will say so and request that you consider it. I am trained and I desire to work with you as a coach, rather than a therapist, and there are a few major distinctions between these two occupations. However, there are times when working with a coach and a therapist may be optimal for forwarding you in life.

I am here.
You can feel safe in your communication with me in that you can tell me anything and everything that is going on for you. If you have a personal problem, are upset with something (even me or the coaching) or can’t wait to share a win or breakthrough, call me.

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