Why Coaching?

These days, most executives and H. R. professionals are faced with shrinking budgets.  So, let’s address the value issue head-on:

Coaching is cost-effective and has lasting impact.

A recent study (1) found:

• >500% return on investment for coaching
• >86% of coaching participants “very or extremely satisfied” with the coaching process
• >60% reporting improved job satisfaction, teamwork, and relationships with peers
• >70% reporting improved relationships with stakeholders and direct reports

For these reasons and more, coaching is rapidly becoming a “best practice” in the corporate world, filling a need not met by consulting or training.

(1) “Maximizing the Impact of Executive Coaching:  Behavioral Change, Organizational Outcomes, and Return on Investment.  Joy McGovern, Ph.D., Michael Lindemann, Ph.D., Monica Vergara, M.A., Stacey Murphy, Linda Barker, M.A., & Rodney Warrenfeltz, Ph.D.  The Manchester Review (2001) Vol. 6, No. 1

Coaching for Executives and Professionals

Coaches establish a long term relationship with the client, characterized by trust and honesty. You set the agenda based on your unique needs.

Executives and professionals use their coaches as sounding boards, for brain-storming, as a trusted ally, and for getting outside his/her box.
In the safe environment of the coaching relationship, you can be honest about
your frustrations and uncertainty.

Coaching's Value to You

• What issues are you facing that are urgent or problematic?
• What could you change to be more effective?
• What do you want to accomplish that is not getting done?
• What support do you need that you are not getting?

Whatever the question is, I will help you find the answer that works for you.

Coaching for Direct Reports

Among an executive’s biggest issues may be performance or development needs of their direct reports.  Thus, my work for the client may involve coaching and mentoring a direct report. 

Meeting your Needs

A key feature of my coaching service is the flexibility it offers:

• session content is completely customized to meet the client's specific needs
• sessions times are structured to fit the client’s schedule
• I flex my own style to meet the needs of the person being coached

If you think coaching might meet a need for you or your organization, please review my credentials on the About the Coach page.  I would love to speak to you about whether I am the right coach for you and your organization.