Sometimes the problem can be with household plumbing, or a toothache, or a medical condition. Once we realize that we cannot address or solve the problem ourselves, we generally turn to a specialist, one who has specific expertise who can help us with the problem. Simply stated, that is the role of a coach. A coach is someone who can provide an objective assessment of the problem, and provide some solutions to fix the problem. Unlike the plumber or doctor however, coaches will not fix the problem only you can do that, as we will learn below.
Coaching styles vary quite a lot.
Some coaches will prefer to lead the horse to water, as it were. If you decide to hire a coach, make sure you feel comfortable with the style, approach and personality of the coach. It is safe to say that many corporate executives and small business owners would not be where they are today, or would not have had the success they have had, without a coach. First and foremost, a coach will ask for your assessment of the situation. This is the same as asking for help with any other situation.