What is Coaching?
The International Coaching Federation defines the coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires clients to maximize their personal and professional potential.
What Coaching isn't?
Coaching is not about giving advices, training and is not a therapy.
What are the recognised benefits of coaching?
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fresh perspectives on personal challenges,
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enhanced decision-making skills,
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greater interpersonal effectiveness,
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increased confidence,
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improvement in productivity, satisfaction with life and work,
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and the attainment of relevant goals.
What are the steps of a coaching session?
The session, usually one hour, starts by defining a desired outcome. The second step is to examine the current situation. It is followed by figuring out the different options. The final step is to define the needed actions.