How does coaching work?
Coaching is a uniquely personal experience. However, many clients begin with clarifying a compelling vision for where they want to be. Once the vision is in place, clients begin to evaluate what is required to move forward toward the goal. Strategies and actions are set and acted upon, with continuous adjustment. Coaching is a process of discovering what you want, how you can best get there, and what support you need along the way.
Who can benefit from coaching?
Anyone who is ready to make themselves a priority and willing to create a new and rewarding life could benefit from coaching. Coaching works well for people who:
- desire more time, energy, and/or money to do more of what they love
- require a partner and advocate who will provide focus, challenge and support
- are in transition and willing to take risks in order to get where they want to be
- are seeking to better understand their unique set of values, strengths, and interests in order to build their career and life around them
What can I expect from coaching?
Clients often experience greater clarity, better decision making, easier and faster results. Many clients increase their level of motivation, achieve better integration in their life and feel more balanced. Coaching can stretch you to think bigger and increase your creativity and problem solving abilities. Because coaching is a uniquely personal journey, specific results will vary based on the client, the situation, and their goals.
How much time does it take?
Coaching can be done via telephone or in-person on a regular schedule. Sessions generally run 30-40 minutes per week. The benefits of coaching extend beyond the phone call and throughout the week. As your coach, I am also available by email in between coaching sessions for additional support and assistance.
How much does it cost?
I offer several individual and group coaching packages. Depending on the coaching package you choose, my rates run from $175 to $425 per month for private telephone coaching or in person coaching at my office. I offer a free 30 minute introductory consultation where I spend time finding out specifically which plan is right for you. Contact Shawn Driscoll at (248) 321-8390 or shawn@succeedcoaching.com to find out more about my coaching packages.
Am I ready for coaching?
Many people are interested in coaching but not sure if it is the right step for them, right now. Following are 10 questions to help you determine if you are ready to begin coaching. Answer each question with a YES or NO to determine if you are ready, willing and able to be coached.
- I have time to invest in myself and can be relied upon to be on time for appointments with the coach.
- I can and will keep appointments with myself to work on myself and my goals.
- I am ready to take serious steps towards the things I want in my life and career.
- I am fully willing to do the work required to get me where I want to be and to let the coach do the coaching.
- I am willing to stop or change the self-defeating behaviors that limit my success.
- I am willing to try new concepts or different ways of doing things even if I am not 100% convinced that they will work.
- I have adequate funds to pay for coaching and will not regret or suffer about the investment I am making in my life.
- I will share with my coach when I feel that I am not getting what I need or expect from the relationship.
- I will speak straight (tell what's really true) to the coach.
- I keep my word without struggling or sabotaging.
If you answered 2 or more questions with a NO or a Maybe, you may need to make some adjustments before coaching can be effective. I encourage you to talk with a coach about any concerns or reservations and to see if coaching is the right opportunity for you, right now.
