She can bring the outside perspective and wisdom you need to find the path that leads to a wildly successful future. Direction, problem solving, and establishing good habits are just a few examples of what coaching can do for you.
How does a coach do that?
A coach works in partnership with you to discover the answers. He never tells you what to do - but he is really good at asking the right questions to clear away the fog and allow you to proceed in the right direction.
Can't a friend or family member coach me?
Sometimes they can. Typically they cannot. Think about what you hear most often from these well-meaning individuals: "Here is what I would do..." or I think you should do this..." In spite of their good intentions, they base their opinions on their own limited experience, often combined with a strong emotional investment in being "right." On the other hand, a coach is most interested in your perspective, what is right for you, and your success. She has no hidden agenda, no need to be "correct", and no interest in winning an argument. Your success is the only concern.
How can I know if I'm ready for coaching?
That part is easy. If you can respond positively to the following questions, the time is right:
1. Am I tired of things the way they are? Is it finally time to admit that something has to change?
2. Am I willing to try new things, some of which might not even work?
3. Am I able to invest a little time, effort and money in order to make things great?
If you can answer "Yes" to all the above, it's time to contact a coach.
What do I have to invest in order to get a coach?
Your investment in coaching comes down to time and money. Most personal coaching sessions are held over the telephone for less than an hour a week. Coaching packages through gps4life.net start between $475 and $625 per month which includes all applicable assessments and materials. A limited number of scholarships are available for qualifying clients.
How soon can I expect to see results from coaching?
For many people the results are almost immediate. After the first couple of sessions they report a deeper understanding of themselves as well as feeling stronger and more empowered to take control of their lives. Many times, clients will accomplish goals within weeks that they previously struggled with for years.
What is the next step?
Contact us here at gps4life.net to let one of our experienced and certified coaches visit with you about your needs. You can even schedule a no cost, no obligation, sample coaching session if you'd like.
Truth: Both common sense and reality tell us this can't be. The fact is that the most successful people constantly look for ways to improve. People from top athletes to top leaders at all levels now use coaches.
Myth: Only people who are struggling need coaches.
Truth: The fact of the matter is that most people who hire coaches are already successful. They just want to take their lives to the next level and recognize that a coach is the fastest way to make that happen. For people who are struggling - the best way to become successful is to find a good
coach.
Myth: Coaching is the same as counseling.
Truth: Although both are confidential one-on-one relationships, there are few other similarities. Counseling focuses on healing from things in the past, coaching works to supercharge your achievement of success. Counseling is archeology, coaching is architecture.
Myth: Everyone is equally coachable.
Truth: While everyone has untapped potential, it takes a lot more than that to get the most from a coaching relationship. Only people who are motivated to improve, open to feedback from a fresh perspective, and willing to change their behavior when they see a compelling need can benefit from coaching.
Myth: There is no way to measure the results
from coaching.
Truth: Multiple studies and tons of empirical data refute this misconception. People who embrace coaching report that they are 500-700% more effective than they were before they got a coach. They often speak of better relationships both at home and work as well as feelings of contentment and satisfaction they never had before.
