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Last month we asked: Are you ready
for a coach? If you answered yes
to most questions have a specific goal, are ready to listen, commit, and make
an investment in yourself - then you are ready.
Some thoughts on choosing a coach:
Reach out to your network and other groups. Is anyone working with a coach or know
someone who is.
What are your preferences: industry, functional or
international experience; male or female; cultural background.
Identify type of coaching career planning,
communication or presentation skills, specific leadership competencies, building teams, understanding emotional
competencies or resiliency.
Explore Coaching and Executive Coaching
websites. I invite you also to
visit Our Team - we have several coaches to choose from.
Interview a number of candidates to feel comfortable
that there is a fit good chemistry; a sense of trust and respect.
Fees shop around; think about what you can afford.
Ask for a complimentary 30 minute session. Commit to 3 6 months minimum.
If you must go internal, talk to your supervisor,
work peers, HR department. Internal coaching can work, however, "confidentiality and self-esteem must be preserved. Trust increases when you choose your own coach." (Strategic Finance).
Recognize you are making a Choice when getting a coach, and investing time in your career and
personal development. Honor your instincts when making your
choice.
"The soul
that begins with determination has already traveled a great part of the way" St.
Theresa de Avila
NEXT MONTH:
Honoring Who You Are
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