The benefits of hiring a coach

Coaching is a powerful tool for creating lasting transformation as it goes beyond quick fixes. It provides deep, sustainable change by helping individuals break through barriers, gain clarity, and take meaningful action. Successful coaching never follows a “one-size-fits-all” approach but is tailored to you, which quickly leads to practical and sustainable solutions for you. Through a solution-oriented method, coaching is usually leading to positive change after just a few sessions. However, it is important to note that some sessions may not be sufficient to fully implement lasting change.

Here are 6 benefits working with a professional coach can have:

1. INCREASED CLARITY AND FOCUS

We rarely take the time to think about what we really want to achieve and why. A coach can help you increase your focus and effectiveness.

2. INCREASED ACCOUNTABILITY

It’s easy to make excuses to not do the things we know we should do. Having a coach as an accountability partner helps you keep your commitments and reach your goals.

3. INCREASED CONFIDENCE

Negative self-talk is one the biggest inhibitors to success. A coach will help you put in place a strategy that will help build your confidence.

4. BETTER IDEAS

It can be difficult to know whether an idea is good or bad, madness or genius. A good coach will challenge your ideas as this helps to improve them.

5. BETTER DECISION MAKING

We all have our prejudices, beliefs that can be detrimental to our decision making, by clouding our judgment. A coach will help you to see things from a different perspective and help you make better choices.

6. CREATING NEW PERSPECTIVES

A coach as a neutral sparringpartner at your side will challenge you to create new perspectives for your life and to pursue your true goals.

RESULTS DISCLAIMER:

Your level of success in attaining your goals depends on factors like your current status quo, motivation, perseverance, commitment and actions taken. There is no 100% guarantee that you will get specific results as results attained may vary depending on your circumstances.

Coaching, counseling, mentoring and consulting – what´s the difference?

COACHING –  the International Coach Federation defines coaching as “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.” Coaching is about growth and change. Its a goal-oriented, solution-focused process. As a process facilitator, the coach guides the client through the coaching process and supports them in finding new solutions to their challenges. The client is responsible for setting the goals and for taking action. If required, elements of consulting, training and mentoring can be integrated into the coaching process.

CONSULTING – a consultant is an expert who is called on for professional or technical advice or opinions. Consultants use their particular expertise to diagnose, direct, or design solutions for the client.

MENTORING – a mentor offers guidance and advice. The mentor shares their experience while bringing the “mentee” up the ranks.

COUNSELING – in general, counselors are trained to diagnose and help clients with emotional problems, the past or dysfunction. Counseling is focused on relieving psychological pain or treating cognitive or emotional disorders. While counseling tends to be past-focused, coaching is future oriented.

 

FAQ

1. HOW WILL I KNOW IF YOU ARE THE RIGHT COACH FOR ME?

Mutual trust is key to a successful coaching process. To help you find out if we are a good fit, I offer a 30 min call free of charge where we will discuss what you would like to achieve and decide if we want to work together. A good sign is if you feel excited and inspired, but a bit scared. This means that you are ready to commit to the process, but part of you is “scared” because you know there will be some stepping out of your comfort zone involved, which is essential for your growth.

Next, we will schedule the first of two initial paid sessions. In the first session, we will develop a tailored collaboration strategy together based on your specific needs and goals, and identify the coaching package that best fits you. After completing both initial sessions, you will decide whether you would like to continue working together. These sessions are designed to give you the clarity and insight you need to make a well-informed decision.

2. HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN YOUR COACHING QUALITY STANDARDS?

As a coach, I regularly reflect on my coaching experiences in an intervision or supervision meeting to engage in a reflective dialogue and learning process. This helps me futher develop as a coach and ensures that my clients receive the best possible coaching experience.

3. ARE ONLINE COACHINGS AS EFFECTIVE AS IN-PERSON COACHINGS?

Online Coaching allows you a greater flexibility in terms of location and time. With today´s modern tools online coaching is as effective as in-person coaching.

4. IS WHAT WE TALK ABOUT IN A SESSION CONFIDENTIAL?

Everything you tell me in your coaching session is confidential. However, please be aware that the coaching relationship is not considered a legally confidential relationship and thus not subject to the protection of any legally recognized privilege.

5. HOW CAN I GET THE MOST OUT OF THE COACHING PROCESS?

Hiring a coach is a long-term, sustainable investment in your personal and professional growth. For coaching to be truly effective, it requires your active engagement in self-reflection, your openness to change, and a full commitment to the process.

6. IS COACHING TAX DEDUCTIBLE?

This question cannot be answered with a general yes or no. Please contact your local tax authority or tax advisor for more information. Tax deductibility depends on various factors and can vary from country to country.