First we'll set up a  "Foundation/Discovery Session". Before the Foundation Session, you will receive a packet of information with all sorts of information including agreements, questions, information and assessment tools. The Foundation Session is about 2 hours in length during which time I do everything I can to learn as much about you (your values, life purpose, goals, dreams, challenges, etc) as possible. 

We design our coaching alliance. We also discuss your preferences for how YOU would like to be coached. We discuss "giving permission" to the coaching alliance so that I am coaching you in the way that is best suited to your needs. We deepen the discussion of goals and what you expect to gain from coaching. We discuss logistics of our meetings, coaching skills and assignments, as well as setting any additional expectations for outcomes and goals. And finally we discuss tools for you to use to make your life easier and send you on your way to achieving your wants and needs. 

It's all about you. This is an incredible opportunity for us to get to know each other and set the ground rules. By the way, one of the beauties of the coaching relationship is that it is always changing and growing. If at any point you feel that you are ready for more, or wanting something different, we redesign the alliance to fit you in the most ultimate way possible.

Now it’s time for the coaching to begin! Coaching sessions typically take place by phone (although other arrangements can be worked out if requested.) We meet regularly and work on action items to help forward your life and business goals.  

Coaching is an investment in time, money and energy. It can also be an incredibly worthwhile investment. What is your best life and performance worth to you? What is it worth to your organization?

The investment in time is generally 1.5-3 hours per month. In addition to the initial Foundation Session, at the beginning of the relationship, we design the format in which we will meet to best serve your unique needs. You will gain clarity and greater focus and become more aware of different perspectives and choices. Through inquiries and requests that may be made, you will have forward action to take throughout the week.

The financial commitment will vary according to your individual needs. Most coaches working with individuals charge between $150 and $400/hour. There is a fee for the initial Foundation Session as well. Executive coaches charge more and some clients work with a coach for an hour or two a week. It all depends on what your individual needs are.  

It is very common for coaches to require a 3 - 6 month commitment to the coaching relationship. This is due to the fact that coaching is a process and that sustained change takes place over time.  While you will most likely see immediate results, it is not a quick fix solution and great benefit can be derived from "locking" progress in and making new behaviors and commitments a true lifestyle change. 

While the investment may seem a little daunting when first learning about coaching, it can be an investment well made. What you put into coaching is what you will take away from it. It's all about you. And here's a little secret...when you are operating from your values and at your best, the other areas of your life tend to fall into place beautifully and you begin to attract more desirable opportunities into your life.