One of my favourite views on coaching is expressed by the British Journal of Administrative Management: “Coaching takes a holistic view of the individual: work, corporate values, personal needs and career development are made to work in synergy, not against one another.” We are not coaching an executive or a vice-president or a manager; we’re coaching a person. The benefits of coaching extend beyond the organization to the life of the individual. But they also extend beyond the individual to benefit the organization: a truly holistic process.

Those who engage in a coaching relationship see the following benefits:

Entering into a coaching relationship can be intimidating; it can be overwhelming; it can be a source of anxiety; and it can also be the start of a revitalized career and personal life in which you feel challenged, fulfilled, and satisfied. Stepping outside of your comfort zone is never easy, but knowing what to expect, and what you will ultimately gain from the coaching process, can allay your worries and help you begin on secure, positive footing.

How will the process and the coach herself help facilitate your goals?