I know this may sound silly, but for the longest time I have been side-stepping writing an article about coaching. Why? Not because I am ashamed of coaching or embarrassed to say that I am a coach quite to the contrary!!

Coaching is an amazing profession and I really love what I do. My reasoningbecause I was fearful that an article would appear a shameless plug on a site thats purpose is to support and motivate others.

Never did it occur to me that by sharing a bit about coaching it might actually also provide support and motivation. It was not until recently when I received an e-mail from a reader (asking what coaching is) that the light bulb went on and I realized how important it is to share

Imagine having a safe and comfortable space to share your dreams, goals, thoughts, worries, and obstacles. Then imagine having someone focus solely on YOU; where you are in your life and where you wish to besupporting YOU in finding the means to get from where you are to where you wish to be. Sound good?

Coaching Is

- A process of personal growth and discovery
- A collaborative and supportive partnership that helps you to overcome obstacles and accomplish goals
- A confidential, honest, trusting, and safe relationship
- A catalyst in developing strategies for forward movement
- All about YOU and never about the coach

Coaching Is Not

- Therapy
- Consulting
- Critical or judgmental

A Coach

- Holds you accountable
- Listens to you fully
- Asks you powerful questions
- Empowers you to move forward
- Helps you knock down walls and remove any obstacles that are standing in your way.
- Develops a road map with you so that you can get from where you are to where you wish to be.

In my personal and humble opinion, coaching is amazing...not just as a process, but as a career. It has changed lives and it has certainly changed mine.

If you or someone you know has a question about coaching, please feel free e-mail me; pam@whatswithinu.com.

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