024. Exploring the Power of Coaching and Faith-Based Guidance

Preparing the Church for the Harvest

Coaching can be a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. Today we are going to talk about what coaching is, the benefits of coaching, what my coaching looks like, and how to choose and work with a coach.

What is Coaching?

• First of all, coaching is not therapy and it is not counseling.

• Coaching is a process of working with a trained professional, who helps individuals or groups clarify their goals, develop actionable plans, and take steps toward achieving their desired outcomes. The coach works with the client to identify their strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth and provides support, guidance, and accountability throughout the coaching process.

• Some coaching is focused on specific areas, such as career development, leadership, or personal growth, while other coaching may address multiple areas of the client's life. Coaching can be done in person, or virtually, and can vary in length and frequency depending on the client's needs and goals.

• Overall, coaching is a collaborative process that empowers individuals to achieve their full potential, overcome challenges, and create meaningful change in their lives.

Benefits of Coaching:

1. Gain clarity: Coaching can help you clarify your goals and priorities, and create a roadmap for achieving them. This can be especially helpful if you're feeling stuck or unsure of what steps to take next.
2. Accountability is a key component of coaching and can be done through a variety of methods. I like to set clear measurable goals with my clients so we both know exactly what needs to happen before we meet next. We write these down and then I follow up however the client needs. Some of my clients are great about writing down EVERYTHING, while for others I send a follow-up email or even a text listing all the actions they have committed to. Then the next time we meet we go over each commitment and how much progress they have made.
3. Goal Achievement - Through support, guidance, and accountability, clients are more likely to set achievable goals, identify obstacles, create an action plan, and ultimately reach those goals. This process builds confidence and creates positive changes in their lives. I love celebrating those wins with my clients!

How is my Coaching different?

• I offer faith-based coaching that incorporates prayer, scripture, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

• Including prayer and scripture as part of my coaching process helps clients connect and deepen their faith as well as align their actions with their values.

• Seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance often leads to the discernment of the needs and priorities of each client and allows me to tailor my approach accordingly.

• I enjoy offering individualized support to each client, which includes praying for them, checking in through text messages, and providing ongoing encouragement.

• This creates a sense of trust and collaboration as we work together to achieve their goals.

• This level of personalized support can help clients feel seen, heard, and valued throughout the coaching process.

Choosing a coach and how to work with them:

Obviously, I am not the only faith-based coach out there. You can do a search and find a plethora of coaches that specialize in a variety of areas.

Do your research and find one that aligns with your values and beliefs.

Many coaches do a free discovery call for this purpose. Usually, a 15-20 minute session via Zoom.

If you are interested in doing a discovery call with me to see if we would be a good fit, you can schedule a call HERE.

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