How Can A Coach Help Me?

We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.
Albert Einstein

That is a great Einstein quote and it points to what many of us do. We keep turning a problem over and over in our head using exactly the same thinking we used to create the problem. It’s insanity! But that’s what we do. As a Coach, I help my clients to get off the Tilt-A-Whirl carnival ride in their heads, so they can see their other options. I do this by listening to what my clients say about their current situation and what they would rather have in their lives. I help my clients to wake up to the idea that they do have choices and what those choices are. They do have the ability to solve their problems, and create the life they really want to live. My goal as a coach is to help you break through the negative thoughts and self-doubt to uncover the brilliance of who you really are underneath those self-imposed roadblocks.

A Client’s Story

Jennifer (not her real name), was experiencing feelings of inadequacy and lots of doubts about her future in real estate. An experienced and knowledgeable agent who had a great sales track record she was seriously considering getting a regular job. I could tell that this was not something Jennifer really wanted to do. We talked for about an hour or so, and as she talked, Jennifer began to get in touch with her innate wisdom. She realized that real estate is her passion. She loves meeting people and helping them to find the perfect home for them. It became clear to her that leaving that field to do anything else, was not a good decision for her. We discussed how negative thoughts pass through everyone’s mind. The trick is to not take them seriously. We need to dismiss them quickly, so better, healthier thoughts can flow through. This was one of the times, when one coaching session was enough to get Jennifer back on track and moving successfully and joyfully through life.

Intelligence vs Knowledge

Each one of us has direct access to an intelligence greater than us. When we tap into that source, it is like having a PC that is connected to the Internet versus one that only has a hard-drive. Have you ever experienced an “out of the blue” moment? You know, the ones where a brilliant answer came to you, seemingly out of nowhere? That was you tapping into the infinite intelligence that is available to each and every one of us.

Is Coaching the Same as Therapy?

You might wonder if coaching is like therapy. Well it is similar, since it involves conversation and trust. The difference is that the coaching process does not involve delving into your past or diagnosing your psychological condition. Coaching, is focused on finding out who you are and tapping into your hidden potential. From there, we can determine what would make your life work better for you. Coaching focuses on moving you forward.

You might be surprised to learn that coaching did not come from the world of therapy. Coaching was derived from the fields of sports and entertainment. We all watch sports or plays or movies and television programs. There is always a variety of coaches associated with everyone in those fields.

The higher an athlete or performer rises in their career, the more likely it is that they have more than one coach that they work with. Why? Because even with all their talent, they still rely on others to help them see their blind spots in their performance and uncover hidden opportunities for improvement.

It may seem counterintuitive, but a coach doesn’t need to be a superstar athlete or celebrated entertainer themself. If you look at the history of coaches that work with athletes and entertainers, most of them were never super successful at sports or acting. Coaching is not about the coach being a superior individual sharing information with their client. What truly matters is the coach’s ability to ask the right questions, offer unbiased, honest feedback and guide the client to developing their skills and confidence. Coaching is about helping an individual or business to improve their performance and reach their goals.

Whether you are navigating personal challenges or building your business, I want to be your dedicated partner helping you unlock your full potential and reach new heights in your journey.

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