What are the benefits of coaching?
The benefits of coaching are that you have someone who can give you an impartial perspective and brainstorm with you on ways to move ahead. Coaching also provides quick, convenient learning of ideas and techniques that might take weeks in a management seminar or series of classes. This is because coaching is customized to the specific issues and needs that you have. You will also feel a lot better about life in general! As we address some of the nagging irritations of everyday business and personal life, you will feel good about being on the road to a happier, more productive life.
Testimonials
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Inspire Development maintain a passion and enthusiasm that is truly infectious and inspires all who come into contact "meaning that the courses give tangible benefits both professionally and personally."
Colin Hurst, Head of Training and Development, Schering Plough Ltd -
I know whatever our requirements are, Inspire Development will tailor make a training course specific to our needs and deliver a programme that the delegates become thoroughly absorbed in.
Sue Birch, General Business Manager, The Vacancy Management Company -
You immersed yourself fully into the programme and the sessions that you facilitated were excellent. The delegates really appreciated your naturally enthusiastic style and listened intently to what you had to say.
Phil Yates, Director, Customised Training Solutions -
I have never witnessed a training session that was delivered in such a way that the delegates left challenged, enthused and motivated to make a change in such a way as Inspire Development does I cannot speak highly enough of the service provided.
Mark Shiner, Sales Trainer, Ortho Biotech -
Throughout 2006 I led a large-scale development programme for one of the UK's largest blue-chip organisations, and I needed a team of highly skilled facilitators to deliver the programme. Kat was recommended to me by a trusted business colleague. It has been a privilege to work with her. Not only is she a consummate facilitator and topic expert, her enthusiasm and passion for her work is infectious and we have received stellar evaluations whenever she has been involved on delivery of a module. She has added immense value to the programme and I look forward to working with her again in the future.
Mary Long, Director, Jordan Consultants -
I know that the team have already given their feedback, but I thought I would write you a note rather than leave a message. I think that the course achieved the brief really well and was relevant to the team. The team were clearly energised when I arrived showing their enthusiasm for the theory and techniques incorporated into the AL session. Kat was a great role-model for the course demonstrating the skills she was advocating. As an excellent course leader, she made it look really easy and completely natural. Kat showed tremendous empathy with the group and tailored the sessions well to keep us all engaged. The group came out with a lot of ideas and solutions to use for the future and I have committed to follow up during our 1:1 sessions and at team meetings to continue the enthusiasm and momentum.
Chris Quinn, Training and Development Manager, Shire Pharma
Thank you both for coming up with a training solution that was so relevant and inspirational.
Coaching
Coaching is a process that unlocks your potential so you can achieve your goals. The coach becomes your personal resource person who helps you grow professionally and personally. Coaching is a way to bridge any gap between where you are today and where you would like to be.
How does coaching differ from business consulting or career consulting?
Coaching not only addresses business issues and processes, it takes into account the personal desires, needs, and goals of the individual. Rather than telling someone what he/she should do, coaching leads to professional growth and development that allows the individual to make better, more informed decisions for himself/herself.
Who needs coaching?
People in business: entrepreneurs, business owners, company executives, managers, employees. Today's world of work can be a lonely place; coaching provides a safe place to learn, to dream, and to grow so that your work provides you satisfaction and joy. People in transition: the person thinking about changing jobs or careers, someone entering the work force for the first time, or someone re-entering after raising their children. People who want more out of life.
What kinds of problems does a coach help with?
This is determined by the individual needs of the client. For the business owner or executive, it might be learning how to delegate more, how to manage employees with ease and confidence, how to feel less stressed in a demanding, fast-paced job.
For the person in transition, it might be determining what the right job is, learning how to feel self-confident in new situations, or learning how to interview better. For someone wanting more out of life, it might be learning how to say no, or giving oneself permission to do something enjoyable.
Does coaching really work?
Yes, coaching works because you redefine your goals into manageable chunks--so that every week you move yourself closer to where you want to be. The coaching is given with doses of encouragement, accountability, and humour!
What happens during a coaching session?
You report on the successes and wins you've had during the week, problems you faced and how you handled them, what you are currently working on and how it is going, what type of coaching you would like from us, new skills you want to develop. We will help you become focused as you share ideas with us; We will be someone who understands you and will be able to give you an objective opinion.
Be prepared for us challenge your current thinking when appropriate in order for you to gain the positive changes you are searching for.