"Growth demands a temporary
surrender of security."
~ Gail Sheehy

Coaching Guidelines & Reflections

For any professional agreement to be fulfilled with integrity, certain standards need to exist in the relationship so that both the client and the coach can assure that full respect and quality are the driving forces behind the success. Here are some suggested guidelines:

Always Be Authentic And Truthful
As your coach, this is the basis for my behaviour. The extent to which I can be effective in helping you make positive and fulfilling changes in your life will be influenced by your openness and willingness to share your perspective, your feelings and your aspirations, regardless of how practical they may seem to others. This coaching relationship is one place where you can feel safe in exploring possibilities and seeking non-judgmental support.

Prioritise Your Coaching Commitment
My priority is in assuring I am available on-time and fully focused during our sessions. Taking time from your busy schedule and ongoing responsibilities may challenge your intent to commit to your scheduled coaching sessions. As with any important milestone in life, treat your coaching sessions with respect, integrity and the time they deserve. As best as possible, avoid cancelling or postponing your coaching sessions as this is usually an indicator of more serious aspects of your life that are out of balance.

Ask For What You Need
You will discover that your coaching sessions are dedicated to what "you" want and what "you" need. My role in our coaching relationship is to be a non-judgmental mentor and guide, and to provide you with a safe environment for exploring ideas and sharing aspects of your life that have influence on your future ambitions. There will be times when only you will know what you need either from our professional relationship, or from my particular style and approach to coaching. Always feel encouraged to ask for what you need. Some days, you may find that you just want to be "heard". Other days, you will discover that you need more from me in terms of the support and resources I am offering. Whatever your needs, call on the courage to ask and know that you are in a safe place to do so, and you have a right to do so.

Be Fully Present
You should expect my full attention during our coaching sessions. The trials and tribulations of day-to-day life often consume us and prevent us from having clear focus on our goals. When you participate in our coaching sessions, use that time wisely to focus just on "you" and your coaching needs. Refrain from cheating your coaching sessions by allowing interruptions or by being late or pre-occupied in your focus.

Commit To Your Growth
The heart of coaching is about assisting others in growing and reaching aspirations. You will be investing a great deal of hard thought and work during your coaching sessions, all of which is designed to propel you toward your goals efficiently and effectively. Accept your fieldwork and coaching tasks with integrity and promise yourself to respect those initiatives. If you are unable to fulfill a particular task, take responsibility for contacting me in advance so that we can re-prioritise your activities into a format that is more sensible for your life.

Fulfill Payment Agreement
You will receive high quality coaching during each of our sessions. Maintain integrity with your payment agreements. Depending on the coaching plan that you choose, honour your payment agreement with the same integrity with which your coaching guidance is offered.