In my last two posts I discussed what does a life coach do and the benefits of coaching. The third typical question I get as a Life Coach is “What happens in a Life Coaching Session?” Each Life Coach has a different process and methodology. I choose to describe a personal coaching session by answering the following three questions
1.Where is it conducted?
Personal Life Coaching sessions are generally conducted over the phone or via Skype. This has several benefits: – You can be at a location where you feel comfortable and have privacy. This allows you to be open and more free flowing with thoughts. You need not worry about travel time, traffic etc. Geographic location of the coach does not matter as long as the chemistry is right. (You can utilize the time difference to your advantage – if you are a night owl – you can hire a coach somewhere where it’s morning and the coach is at his/her peak! – worth a thought!)
2.How long will a session be?
The session will be anywhere between 45-60 mins. The frequency is generally once a week. The frequency largely depends on the type of goal you set for yourself. The frequency can be once fortnight or once every 10 days as well. This will be mutually agreed upon by you and your coach.
3.Process – What happens in a coaching session?
During a coaching session you and your coach will:
> Review the progress of previous session’s action plan and homework – you will Untitled design(6)discuss the triumphs, the challenges, what you enjoyed, what you hated – The review will set up the next action plan so it is very important for you to express honestly and fearlessly. (Session 2 onward!)
> Identify what is it that you want to be coached on.
> Assess where you are and where you want to be
> Explore options to bridge the gap between where you are & where you want to be
> Reflect on various option taking into account your strengths and comfort zone.
> Discuss the obstacles that are stopping you or could potentially stop you from progressing towards your goal.
> Outline strategies and gain fresh perspective on tackling the obstacles
> Draw an action plan on what needs to be done before the next coaching session – This plan keeps you on track and motivated working towards your goals.
Most coaches give some kind of homework that will help you achieve your goals faster.
"A good coaching session will leave you with a well defined plan to action and definite intention to action the plan!"
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Who am I? I am Rupa – You know how people sometimes pursue a profession and then realize they are actually a natural at something else? Yes, that was me! After being in equity research for 9 years I decided to make a major career change and pursue my passion of helping people take their dreams seriously and get into action.
I do one – one coaching with my clients. Coaching calls happen once a week via Skype or WhatsApp. Each session typically lasts anywhere between 45 -60 mins. During these calls I partner my clients in getting clarity, courage and confidence in working towards their goals with my proprietary U - ACHIEVE model. I have designed this model for bringing out the best in committed individuals.
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