That's exactly what James Olson-Murphy thought six years ago when a company providing coaching services approached him. I thought these so called coaches where there to charm me or sell me snake oil. And, when I really needed them they would be gone like the wind with my hard earned cash. However, James was so impressed with the results he received from his coaching he become one himself. As coaching proliferates, the competencies of an effective personal coach are increasingly important to define.
Coaches become involved with their clients in setting individual goals and objectives.
Once the goals are set, they help to determine the order of importance of those goals. While this may sound simple, the rising number of people turning to personal coaches is one indicator that many people are unable to reach their own goals without some guidance and feedback. Much like the coach of a sports team, the client and coach work together on a regular basis. Personal coaches often work with their clients over the phone, however a locally based coach will usually meet with clients face to face. Fees can be charged in various ways and are often invoiced on a monthly basis.