Coaching is still a bit of a mystery to a lot of people. Most often the question is "What is coaching?" And while there is no one perfect definition for coaching, I define coaching as the opportunity to help people move from where they are to where they want to be.
I love the name of my business - Empowerment Strategies Coaching. Moving from where you are to where you want to be requires having a sense of empowerment, a variety of strategies as well as someone who will help you think through them and hold your vision for you while you get there. That's what I get to do as a coach.
Because I spent so many years counseling, the other really good question seems to be "How is coaching different from couneling?" To that I can reply that counseling tends to focus on the past as it relates to the present. In coaching, we focus on the present and what we can do about the future. That is so much more positive. And what is even more important, people see their lives transformed! I cannot think of a better job!
Check out this blog frequently. We will be discussing everything from "Anxiety that thwarts our dreams" to "Zero tolerance for defeatism." I will look for your comments and will look forward to our learning together how we can achieve the life we want.
