While we encourage self-learning through the use of books, podcasts, etc., those tools simply cannot replace the outside perspective that a coach can provide. A coach provides focused, deep listening, which can lead to meaningful, and sometimes surprising, insights. We’ll look beyond what you say to help you uncover what you’re not saying, helping you bring out thoughts and feelings you may not be aware of. What’s more, we’ll provide accountability along your journey, with frequent check-ins and regular encouragement.

We’re hired by companies to coach their executive staff, and by individuals at varying levels in their personal or professional development. We have extensive experience in providing not only professional coaching, but also organizational development.

Ideally, before the transition. The first few sessions are more intensive work and after you’ve gotten through a few initial sessions, we may recommend you switch to period check-ins.

You’ll begin with a 30-minute in-person or phone consultation to ensure coaching is right for you and to answer additional questions you may have; this also helps us prepare for your first full session. If you agree that we’re a good fit for you, we generally recommend beginning with three weekly sessions during which we’ll take a deep dive into your goals and objectives. We typically provide clients with a summary outcome following each session that outlines the main points we covered and recommendations for next steps. This also helps clarify the direction for the next session, to help you best prepare for it. This also frees you up from having to take notes and acts as an agenda that helps direct your actions for the coming week.  Beyond that, coaching is not too rigid, and we design a program that meets your (sometimes changing) needs. At each session, we’ll check-in to make sure we’re on track, and since life is “ongoing,” to determine whether something new has come up that you’d like to focus on or address.

We’ll begin with a 30-minute consultation to make sure coaching is right for you and to answer additional questions you may have; this also helps us make the most of our first full session together. If you agree that we’re a good fit for you, we recommend a minimum of three sessions, but the ultimate length of your engagement will depend on why you’re seeking coaching, and your goals and objectives.

Typically, we’ll meet once per week for a few weeks, then perhaps just once or twice per month so we can help provide accountability as you work through your action plan. Of course, the way we’ll work together is structured to fit your needs, goals, and schedule.

If possible, we try to meet in person at least for the first few sessions to maximize the value of our time together. In general, in-person meetings allow for easier, more effective communication and understanding.  Following those initial sessions, meetings can continue to take place in person or transition to phone or video conferences. We’re very flexible in terms of what will work best with your specific situation.

Yes—whether we’re hired directly by you, or by your organization to coach you, our work together is completely confidential.  Especially following a transition, it’s helpful to have a safe space to talk through challenges or frustrations in a way that allows those feelings to not affect your work or home environment.

Many executives find that it’s very helpful to have someone outside their organization to speak freely with—someone that can create a safe space for them to talk about issues or challenges within the organization that they can’t otherwise talk about at work. Having a safe, confidential person to talk with or use as a sounding board is both healthy and productive.

No, we’re not licensed counselors; but through our sessions we’ll provide a safe space to talk through just about anything. You’re not compartmentalized as an individual. Your work may be impacting your personal life, or vice versa—it’s fluid—one impacts the other. When you’re going through a transition or seeking change, vulnerabilities and fears come up, and we  offer a safe space to address these thoughts and feelings. Not focusing solely on the “professional” aspect of clients’ lives allows for greater freedom and value to be extracted from the session. Of course, if we find that you’re entering a realm that we feel requires additional professional support or is beyond the scope of our skill-sets, we’ll recommend that you seek additional support.

Our unique approach blends compassionate listening with gentle accountability. While your sessions will be self-directed—you set the focus for our work together—we’ll help guide you and encourage you towards deeper insights and growth than you may have thought possible.

Ultimately, having a good match in a coach is important. We want to ensure you feel safe, natural, and free while we’re working together. We want you to feel that you can trust us and that we’ll help you get to where you’re headed. And if you don’t, then we’re happy to help you find someone that is a good match.