frequently asked questions
Some of the questions I get asked by new clients
What is coaching?
You are the expert in your own life and have the solution to your challenges within you. As your coach I will help you discover and implement that solution. Through our work together you will unlock a deeper level of awareness, new perspectives, and a practical path forwards.
Mental Fitness and Positive Intelligence - what are they?
Positive Intelligence (PQ) measures the percentage of time your mind is serving you as opposed to sabotaging you. While your IQ and EQ (emotional intelligence) contribute to your maximum potential, it is your PQ that determines how much of that potential you actually achieve.
The way to increase your PQ score is to build your Mental Fitness by doing regular PQ exercises (just as you improve your physical fitness through regular physical exercise). A higher PQ score means you will respond more positively to life’s challenges and achieve more of what you want.
How do I get started?
Sometimes a second call is needed if you have more questions. It’s worth spending the time at this early stage to get it right!
Please get in touch to find out more.
What can I expect from a session?
At the start of each session we will agree your goals and will regularly check that the session is meeting your needs. Conversation will be exploratory, wide-ranging and occasionally challenging.
You choose how deep you want to go and you decide the direction. We will use methods and tools gathered from a range of disciplines, tailored to meet your individual circumstances. There will often be further work to do between sessions.
Key to successful coaching is trust. Sessions are confidential in keeping with the International Coaching Federation code of ethics. You will work with my full support and 100% of my attention in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
How many sessions will I need?
My core coaching programme is six sessions of 90 minutes with a review halfway through. However, each coaching relationship is individual and we discuss this in the free introductory session.
How will I know if it’s working?
How much do you charge?
Before we decide to work together, we will meet to discuss what you want from coaching and to decide whether I am the right person to help you. There are a number of different ways we can work together so fees are agreed after that initial exploratory conversation.
I’ve got more questions – how can I get them answered?
Let’s talk. There’s no charge, no commitment and definitely no pressure. We’ll just have an exploratory chat to find out if coaching is right for you, and if I am the right coach. My aim is to help you move forwards in whatever way is best for you.