Most people have little or no idea what a personal coach does, or how they can benefit from hiring one.
For some people, having a personal coach or counselor is a tremendous asset. The most important thing is to find a professional you trust and can maintain a working relationship with.
The relationship between counselor and client regards the feelings and attitudes that a client and therapist have towards one another, and the manner in which those feelings and attitudes are expressed.
Effective coaches develop a general overview of the client’s disposition, specific conditions, symptoms, well-being and overall quality of life. They act as personal guides, offer constructive feedback, and facilitate personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal functions. They are often trained to focus on emotional, social, vocational, educational, developmental, organizational and health-related concerns.
Individuals who have endured profound life experiences can make exceptional coaches and consultants. The therapeutic skills of psychologists or psychiatrists who are specially trained to treat neurosis and psychosis are not necessary for everyone. There is a growing number of people who simply need to slow down, “hear themselves think” and get the assistance they need to determine and achieve their goals.
Both coaching and mentoring are processes that offer motivation and support for determining and reaching your personal goals. Coaches and mentors:
1. Facilitate the needs, motivations, desires, and skills that help the client make real and lasting changes.
2. Utilize specific techniques to fit the client’s own personal needs.
3. Help the client set realistic and appropriate goals.
4. Observe, listen, ask questions and offer positive feeback.
5. Supply the tools and techniques for measurable progress.
6. Encourage a commitment to action for personal growth and change.
7. Are supportive and non-judgemental of the client, their beliefs and lifestyle.
8. Encourage and help clients to develop their talents.
9. Possess qualifications and experience in the areas that the coaching is offered.
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