FAQ's ABOUT 
EXECUTIVE & LEADERSHIP COACHING

Coaching is only for struggling leaders. Reality: Coaching is a proactive strategy used by high-performing leaders to maximize their potential. A coach will tell me exactly what to do. Reality: Coaching is not consulting; it helps you discover your own solutions through guided reflection. Coaching is the same as therapy. Reality: Coaching is future-focused, action-oriented, and designed to drive professional growth, not personal counseling. Training is enough—I don’t need coaching. Reality: Training provides knowledge; coaching ensures application. Leaders retain and implement skills more effectively with coaching.

Training is about transferring knowledge, often in a structured classroom or online setting. It focuses on learning new concepts or frameworks but doesn’t ensure long-term application. Mentoring is a relationship where a more experienced leader provides guidance, advice, and personal insights, often based on their own career journey. Coaching is an interactive, personalized process that goes beyond just learning—it focuses on real-time application, uncovering roadblocks, and enhancing leadership effectiveness in day-to-day situations. With training, you can check the box that you completed it. With coaching, you are only done when you have integrated what you’ve learned. Coaching provides deeper accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring that leaders not only gain knowledge but also develop the skills and confidence to implement and sustain long-term success.

Every coaching session is designed uniquely for you, focusing on the challenges, goals, and opportunities that matter most in your leadership journey. Our conversations are structured yet flexible, ensuring that we prioritize clarity, strategy, and accountability while adapting to what you need in the moment. Sessions vary in length depending on the program we’re working on. Some may be as short as 30 minutes, while others may run up to 90 minutes—whatever gets us to a meaningful and productive finishing point. The average is 45 minutes. Appointments are flexible in nature, allowing space for deep exploration while ensuring that insights translate into practical next steps. A typical coaching session includes: A check-in on progress and challenges to anchor the conversation. Powerful questions that expand your thinking and reveal new perspectives. Customized strategies to help you apply insights in real-time. Accountability and next steps to ensure continued momentum. Each session is an opportunity to refine your leadership, tackle challenges with confidence, and make tangible progress toward your goals. Check out the testimonials for some specific examples!

If you're at a point in your career where you're asking, "What’s next for my leadership?" or feeling the weight of growing responsibilities, coaching can provide the clarity and support you need. If you're refining your leadership approach, stepping into a new role, or seeking more confidence in your decisions, coaching offers a dedicated space to think, strategize, and grow. Coaching is ideal for leaders who: Want to strengthen their leadership skills, confidence, and decision-making. Are navigating career transitions or stepping into new responsibilities. Need a strategic thought partner to help tackle leadership challenges. Value continuous learning and personal growth. If any of these resonate with you, a complimentary consultation is the best place to start. It’s an opportunity to explore your goals, ask questions, and determine if coaching is the right fit—no pressure, just a conversation designed to help you take a meaningful step forward. Let’s connect. 📅 https://calendly.com/leadersrise/20minconsult

Confidentiality is a fundamental aspect of the coaching process. As a coach, I create a safe and trusted environment where you can explore and grow without concern. Coaching follows the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics, ensuring: Strict confidentiality agreements between coach and client. Clear guidelines on information sharing within organizations. Compliance with privacy laws and ethical standards.

The best way to explore coaching is through a complimentary 20-minute consultation. There is no pressure or selling. The coaching partnership only works when it is 100% right for everyone! Discuss your leadership goals and challenges. Determine if coaching is the right fit. Talk about what comes next 📅 Book your free consultation here ➝ https://calendly.com/leadersrise/20minconsult