Calgary Life Coach | What is Coaching?
Posted on November 02, 2009 by Tina Cassidy, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.
This article examines what defines Life Coaching and the various forms coaching is presented.
“Coaching” in its simplest definition is assisting people in dealing with any change or transition. This may include a change or a wanted change in an individual’s current relationship, career, finances, or dealing with the feeling that there is more to life than what they are already experiencing. Through the use of a variety of processes and development tools, coaches help people move from a place of feeling stuck, anxious, and unhappy; toward creating a life of balance, purpose, and fulfillment in their life.
Coaching comes in many “flavors” and each professional has a variety of tools in his or her tool kit; however, the goal is always the same – to move the individual forward from where they are now toward being who they truly desire to be. Some of the processes and development tools we use at Purpose Within include visioning and visualization exercises, value identification, belief repatterning, conscious and subconscious awareness, goal setting and accountability structures, perspective analysis, powerful questioning and inquiry, a focus on “being,” and guidance to lean into faith.
Coaching in this form has been part of the cutting-edge practice of many successful athletes and business executives today. However, these processes and practices are still very new for the mainstream population. Our clients are individuals who recognize the benefit of education, and value their own personal growth and development. They are individuals who continually seek ways to grow and become all they are meant to be. They come from all walks of life, and with a variety of experiences and educational backgrounds. However, they all have these traits in common: they are open-minded and willing to try something new, they have desire to learn and grow, and they are willing to take 100% responsibility for the life they live. It is this attitude which they bring to coaching that allows them to be successful in our programs and offerings.
Coaching has sometimes been compared to counseling. Although there is a need for both services, counseling focuses on “dealing with past issues” where coaching focuses on moving the client forward from where they currently stand.
Purpose Within offers three main coaching services at this time:
First, our Stop Holding Back Success Program™ is a 5-week course which empowers individuals to create a life they desire by moving past limiting beliefs, going beyond self-imposed fears, and stepping into the life of their dreams. Through the facilitation of various exercises, and in-class personal coaching, class members learn to Stop Holding Back! They develop clarity about what they want, adopt the belief that all things are possible, and become persistent in creating the life they desire. This is an interactive program that moves participants to action immediately! Register today by calling Charis or Linda at (403) 243-4040 or Register Online.
Second, Power Coaching for Success™ is an individualized one-on-one coaching program that addresses the client’s whole life. Individuals first meet with their potential coach face-to-face for a free consultation. This allows the coach to analyze where the individual is on his/ her growth journey, and identify where he/she wants to be. This also allows our coach to determine whether this format of coaching is the best next step for the individual. An individual must be open and ready for this form of education, as Power Coaching for Success™ is not for everyone. If it is determined there is a suitable match our coach will schedule a block of time to complete the Discovery Session with the client. This can be completed via email or in a face-to-face meet-up. Finally, a minimum of three months of coaching sessions are arranged; typically once every two weeks. During these coaching sessions, the client and the coach work through various balance, fulfillment, and process exercises to move the client forward toward achieving his/her dreams! This is a very personalized process, depending on the client’s needs, giving you the one-on-one attention required to move forward toward your dreams!
Finally, our Dream! Then Do! e-Course is a 4-week program which the client completes via email with access to a 24-hour on-line coach. The client works on his/her schedule through a workbook series and receives a new module once every seven days. During that time period all coaching take place through our on-line coach where our clients can ask for clarification, guidance, next steps, or be assisted with walking through a process.
In addition to our coaching services, we offer other support resources including a monthly newsletter, a blog which focuses on “The Process” in *Stop Holding Back *and other coaching techniques, monthly Coaching Conversation Workshops, and recommended readings and resources. We also offer the Stop Holding Back book, which is available for Purchase Online.
We encourage you to visit us at www.PurposeWithin.com and become part of our newsletter membership, ask our coach a question, or comment on our blog. Please feel free to contact us at 403-993-6224 or info@purposewithin.com and let us help you achieve your dreams!
