Working with the Right Coach
In realising beneficial lasting change in business and life it is important that you work with the right coach. The following best practice checklist might help harness the outcomes you're looking for:
What do you want from coaching?
- Is the coach trained and properly qualified with a recognised coaching qualification?
- Do they have a background in business or a relevant professional discipline supported by qualifications?
- Do they have relevant coaching experience?
- Have previous satisfied clients provided testimonials of their experience with the coach?
- Do they tailor their coaching interventions to specifically suit your coaching agenda or just stick to their one preferred coaching model?
- Are they accredited and/or a member of a recognised and respected coaching association?
- What evidence and commitment can they demonstrate to continuing professional development and supervision?
Decide what you want to achieve from the coaching relationship and talk to several coaches before deciding which approach works best for you.
