Frequently Asked Questions

• Isn't coaching just for personal issues?

No. coaching can cover a wide range of issues both personal and at work.

• How does coaching work at work?

Coaching is a 1-2-1 activity which can be used at work to cover a wide range of subjects. It is particularly useful if the issues to be covered only affect an individual or there is no training course available.

• Can I get coaching for specialised subjects?

Yes. Coaches very often specialise in particular areas

• I need more time in my life, can coaching help me?

Yes. One of the major problems many people face is lack of time. A coach can help you to explore where you could find more time in your life.

• Isn't coaching just a fad?

No. Terms and names may change, but there have always been people who have been able to act as coaches

• Can coaching help me to overcome my fear of standing up in public?

Yes. A large percentage of people are frightened of speaking in public. A coach can help you find the confidence to overcome this fear

• I have reached a turning point in my career, how can coaching help me?

A coach will help you to review your life, what you want to achieve in the future and where you would like to get to

• I spend too much time at work and never have time for my family. How can coaching help?

Getting the balance right between work and home has never been more difficult. A coach can work with you to review your priorities and assess the impact these priorities may have on rebalancing your life

• How do I know you won't tell my boss about what we have discussed?

The relationship between coachee and coach is based on confidentiality and trust. Nothing will be repeated outside a coaching session unless the coachee has given express permission

• I run a small company which is going nowhere. Can coaching help?

Coaches can be very helpful to small companies by providing a third party with no axe to grind

• What is the difference between coaching and counselling?

A coach is not a counsellor, although they may address the same issues. A coach will encourage the coachee to find their own solutions and will avoid giving direct advice.

• Can I coach myself?

Yes you can. However, the results of coaching often mean making changes to your routines and habits and some people prefer to have support whilst they achieve this.