Executive Coaching

Leveraging Leadership gives leaders the edge in leading with Excellence...

The 21st Century has brought about many changes and these changes are continuous. Leaders across the world have accessed Executive coaching to assist them in remaining at the cutting edge of this forever changing world.

An executive coach is a sounding board, a creative and professional thinking partner that has a proven track record as a valuable tool for leadership. An executive consultant provides resources, information, expertise and insights on the executive and management situations you are facing. Combining Executive Coaching and Consultation is of the greatest benefit for you. These sessions can be offered face to face or over the telephone, with an individual leader or with a management team.

The Coaching Process
Is Coaching for You?
Are You Ready?
What Can You Expect?

OUR FOCUS

We focus on bringing out the best in the leaders we are coaching.

COACHING PRINCIPLES

We provide leaders with easy to use tools, new insights, shifts in strategies that will permit them to move forward in actualizing their vision, reach their goals and surmount any obstacles.

We know that when leaders know how to bring out the best in their direct reports, it creates a ripple effect which is essential when trying to shift a culture.

By asking the right questions and holding them accountable, leaders are always achieving their set goals.

Providing privacy and confidentiality allows a leader the freedom to move from good to Excellent.

This unique combination of Executive Coaching and Consultation allows you to:

Privacy and Confidentiality:

As coaches we endorse and abide by the International Coaching Federation's Code of Ethics. For a detailed outline of our Code of Ethics please visit the International Coaching Federation website.

Articulate your vision and matching leadership goals.
Achieve greater personal effectiveness and bring out the best in everyone you work with.
Promote high standards of leadership throughout your workplace, creating a culture of integrity and trust.
Identify personal values, strengths and skills to maximize your effectiveness.
Enhance your self-awareness and leadership style.
Resolve conflict effectively and use conflict as a catalyst for positive change.
Communicate with an influence that moves things forward.
Plan and think through decisions and important directions.
Create a workplace where everyone loves to work.

The Coaching Process

When you begin…
You and your coach will explore your goals and make them achievable while building the relationship needed to succeed. You will feel the excitement of having the first step and/or a workable plan of action as well as the confidence and clear understanding of the resources you will need to access in order to succeed!

During the process…
You will celebrate successes with your coach, move past obstacles and have new insights into yourself and your life as you achieve your set goals. You will feel the satisfaction of getting results and you will have the benefit of ongoing support, acknowledgement, feedback and challenge that allows you to move forward.

When you reach your goals…
You will have the results and confidence you need to move forward on your own and a trusted partner in change should you ever want to access coaching in the future! You lead the process and know exactly what you need and how to access it as needed!

What You Should Expect of Yourself…

You need to be invested and committed to your goals. Some goals may take as little as a few sessions to achieve, others take years. If you commit to your set goals, you will get there, one step, one action at a time.
You will set time aside for scheduled telephone-based coaching calls of 30 to 60 minutes every 1 to 4 weeks. You will discuss your scheduling preferences with your coach and be respectful to what works best for you.
You will develop an action plan at the end of every coaching call. You will need to be committed to follow up and follow through on your plan, every step of the way!
Immediate results – coaching is intended to keep you moving forward with each and every call. You can expect to see things moving forward and continuing to do so throughout the process. If it isn’t, that needs to be the first topic you bring to the coaching conversation so that obstacles can be moved through and you can continue to move towards your goals.
Be ready to feel empowered, inspired, take flight and get results!

Is Coaching For You?

Is Executive Coaching for you?

Executive Coaching is for Leaders who:

Have strengths, skills and expertise in their choice of career
Are at the top of their game and want to move forward towards their goals
Can be counted on to step up to the plate and who follow through on their commitments!
Can make decisions and take actions to make things happen
Don’t fear being 100% accountable
Have the courage to learn and grow
Value integrity
Love what they do and really want to improve on the skills they already possess
Are beginners, seasoned or veterans in the leadership arena
Have the best interest of their staff, colleagues and the business and/or organization they work for and with

Are You Ready ?

Are you ready to be coached?

Please use the following scale to rate the following statements:

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2

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4

5

Not at all

Sometimes

Absolutely

I can be relied upon to be on time (for calls and appointments).
I follow through on my commitments
It feels right for me to take on a coach at this time
I am fully prepared to take on the work I need to do to move forward and reach my goals
I am open to being coached, guided and/or to be given a new perspective
I keep my word
I am open to trying new approaches and/or to move in new directions in the interest of seeing the impact of this new behavior and/or approach
I will be open and honest with my coach
I will give regular feedback to my coach on the direction and impact of our work together
I will let myself learn without expecting “perfection”
I am willing to change and/or stop any behaviors that may limit my success
I see coaching as a worthwhile investment and have the resources to pay
I have a great sense of humour and love to laugh!

If your score is between 40 and 65, you are absolutely ready for coaching and we would love to work with you

If your score is between 20 and 40, we are happy to interview you and see what you would need in order to be ready for coaching. It may or may not be what you need at this time.

If your score is between 0 and 20, coaching is really not right for you at this time.

What You Can Expect From Us

Here are just a few things you can count on us for:

·      We love what we do and have a track record of success!

·      We have the highest standards of professionalism

·      We follow ICF (International Coach Federation) ethics and guidelines

·      We do all we can to go the extra mile and emulate Excellence

·      We honour and respect people

·      We have compassion and see people’s potential

·      We give ourselves (and you) permission to have fun and make mistakes

·      We follow through on our commitments

·      We will be on time for calls and appointments

·      We are pleasant and courteous

·      We only work with people we work well with (and are happy to help people find the “perfect coaching match for them”). This is quickly and easily determined with an initial telephone or “in person” interview (and you take part in making this decision).

·      We champion our clients and have their best interest at the forefront of all we do

·      We enjoy being of service

·      We work hard towards our own personal, professional and business goals

·      We get regular training and stay informed about tools, resources and research that serve our clients’ success

·      We will challenge you (with the utmost respect) to move you forward, holding you to your vision and goals

·      We will acknowledge your strengths and skills and bring out the best in you

·      We are open and honest (transparent)

·      We love to laugh!