Worklife Coaching FAQs
Answers to regularly asked questions
Most people I know have either never heard of worklife coaching or are unfamiliar with what they might gain from being coached.
I've put together this list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) to help you understand the basics of coaching and how it can help you resolve issues.
What happens in a coaching session?
Coaching is a thinking partnership that facilitates change, some say it's transformational.
To create that change, we’ll start with a snapshot of your current situation, the issues arising and what you want to explore and/or take from the session. This helps to set the focus of our conversation and keeps us on track.
To ensure we make best use of our time together, I'll encourage you to be very specific so expect to spend time on getting really clear on where we are heading in the session.
Our conversation will then explore what could move you forwards and create the change you want. I will ask you questions to help you see things from different angles, helping you to gain insight into what you think and how you feel.
Towards the end we will confirm what you will do and when. This will include identifying any additional support, resources or skills you might need/use.
At the end, we'll check we have moved you forward, discuss how the session went and arrange our next meeting (if required).
How many sessions will I need?
That’s hard to say without us talking. That’s not being evasive, everyone who comes to coaching has different aspirations and needs.
Sometimes one session will be enough to enable someone to move forward. Other times we might agree a programme of sessions or follow one of my coaching pathways. It all depends on what you're looking to achieve and how you wish to proceed.
Why do we need a Discovery call?
Before committing ourselves to working together, we both need to know we can work together to get you where you want to be.
You need to feel comfortable enough in my presence to share your thoughts and feelings and I need to confirm that I can assist you.
During this no-obligation, fee-free call you can outline what is going on for you and tell me what you are looking to get from coaching. You can also ask me any questions you might have.
Once I know what you're seeking, I can share how we might programme our session(s) to help you realise your goal(s).
Is it time something changed?
Let's arrange a time for a no commitment chat. You can explore what it would be like working with me and I can outline how I can help.
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How often we will meet?
Coaching isn’t therapy so there is no need to meet every week, unless you want to.
Sessions might be spaced two to three weeks apart to give you time to start taking action and begin to make change occur. If it is a big change you are looking to effect, we might stretch the time between sessions to months.
You can book a block of sessions or just one and see how you go. It's entirely your call but I would recommend some consistency - day of week, time etc.
Between sessions, you can reach me using email or WhatsApp messaging.
Are the coaching sessions virtual?
Yes, usually I coach on MS Teams or Google Meet but we can do it by phone or WhatsApp video, if you'd prefer.
If you're in the Bournemouth or Southampton area, we may be able to meet.
If we agree to meet face to face, we’ll use public meeting spaces. This might be quiet coffee shops, parks or the beach.
How long is a session?
Each session is up to 75 minutes. The first one may run longer to cover any outstanding administration.
To help you make the most of our time together, if you have booked more than one session, I may ask you to send me a brief update the day before our next session.
If you think you need shorter or longer sessions we can discuss how that might be achieved.
When will we meet?
Any time that’s mutually convenient! I can coach you in the morning, over lunch, afternoon or evening, including Saturdays.
How do you coach?
This always depends on you. At the beginning of each session, we will agree our direction of travel (objective) and how we'll get there. This includes what you need from me.
Sometimes you may just want someone to reflect back what you say whilst you think out loud. Other times you may be wanting to make a decision or explore a situation so I'll ask questions that will help you gain clarity.
I also have lots of thinking frameworks and tools that we might decide to use together.
Whatever we do, you should expect to feel somewhat challenged or stretched in your thinking because that's where insights occur.
When we have our Discovery call, you will find out if you like my style of conversation.
How will I know if coaching is working?
Regardless who you have coaching with, I'd expect you to gain a deeper understanding of an issue by the end of a session.
You should also feel like you are increasing in self-awareness which will enable you to take action towards your goal.
At the end of a session with me, I will encourage you to ask yourself if you have developed clarity on your situation or learned something new about yourself.
What does coaching cost?
Coaching is an enabler, a catalyst for change. In other words it's an investment in transformation.
Of course there’s my fee but there’s also your commitment to working in the session, reflecting outside of our time together and taking action where you can.
I offer packages of 4 (£320), 5 (£400) 6 (£480) and 10 (£800)* sessions.
Package sessions expire 6 months from start, unless otherwise agreed.
Payment plans are available and, if you start and then decide you don't think you will use them all, refunds are available.
My single session rate is £100.
* These are my rates for private clients. Corporate rates available on request.
Ready to explore coaching with me?
If you feel my approach and expertise align with what you're seeking, arrange a no-risk, no-commitment call. Nothing changes if nothing changes.
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