CH said 'You gave me time to think things through for myself and reach new conclusions.'
KB improved her performance at work, 'Instead of just thinking about things, I put them into action. I have thought about solutions to problems rather than taking the problems to someone else.'
PM has enhanced the quality of his life by buying a restaurant to take the place of working for a large tourist attraction in Cumbria. 'I realised I was working in a way that did not suit me ...'
These reflections are supported entirely by the International Coach Federation's Code of Ethics in which coaching is defined as a:
' professional relationship that helps people produce extraordinary results in their lives, careers, business or organisations. Through the process of coaching, clients deepen their learning, improve their performance, and enhance the quality of their life.'
What is coaching?
Performance coaching is the application of life coaching in a working environment. It gives personal support that is committed to your success and development. It is a way of helping you to look at where you are now and where you want to be in the future, be it short, medium or long term. It will help you to get there.
What is it not?
It is not therapy or counselling. It is not about looking at past experiences or emotional issues. It is not a short-term measure to cope with a crisis.
How can I help you?
I will support and encourage your personal and professional growth. I will help you to achieve your personal and professional goals by allowing you to find your own way and by helping you to keep on track - even if it is not the way I would have chosen for you or myself.
I will not tell you what to do or how to do it. I will never impose my views on you or tell you 'what I would do in your situation'.
I will help you to reach your own conclusions, as I believe you are more likely to take action and succeed if you do. I will work with you with honesty and integrity and keep all information confidential.
I am a member of Cumbria Coaching Network and I am committed to its code of ethics.
