What is a life/career coach?
A life coach is a dedicated partner for change. Life coaches take neutral positions and ask direct, powerful questions concerning a client’s decisions in all areas of life. Life coaches help clients create focused plans for change and can, depending on their specialty, act as consultants in areas of career and relationships.
What kind of training do coaches have?
Coaches generally have extensive training that can focus on relationships, careers, business, human resources, psychology, behavior, sociology, spirituality, and more. Click here to learn more about Leslie’s educational and professional background.
When does Leslie meet with clients?
Leslie meets/speaks with her clients on an as-needed basis determined by her and each client. Generally, clients begin meeting with Leslie on structured schedules, then create appointments on an as-needed basis depending on each client’s needs. Clients can also take the liberty of calling/IMing/Skype-ing Leslie for quick laser sessions.
What kind of people are Leslie’s clients?
Leslie’s clients come to her at all ages and walks of life. From students, to professionals, to retirees, Leslie is comfortable with and is experienced in working with all people at all stages of professional and personal growth.
Leslie serves clients that include many of the world’s largest (and smallest) organizations, including Fortune 100 to 500 corporations, academic institutions, government entities, and not-for-profit groups. Leslie’s clients encompass virtually every industry and operate throughout the United States and around the world.
What is generally discussed during coaching sessions?
Clients have a wide array of personal and professional concerns from relationship building, job seeking, career changing, personal image, family relationships, spirituality, and more.
What makes a life/career coach different from a psychiatrist/therapist/counselor?
Leslie focuses entirely on changing the present for creating a better future whereas mental health professionals analyze the past and make recommendations for reconciling the past with the present. Leslie’s work involves asking clients what is not working right now and figuring out ways to change them for the better in all areas of work and life.
How is career coaching different from life coaching?
Career coaching tends to be short term and goal focused on specific career goals, whereas life coaching encompasses both areas of career and life. Career coaching clients are always welcome to share aspects of their personal life when discussing career goals as personal issues can affect and be affected by our careers.
How can I make the most out of my coaching experience?
- Having a strong desire to work hard and receive feedback that will produce change.Demonstrating a willingness to explore, challenge and change things that are not working for you.
- Maintaining an open mind as you try new concepts or different ways of doing things.
- Making a commitment to the coaching process.
While Leslie provides an objective perspective and feedback, you will ultimately be responsible for your success.
