Executive business coaching has become a business of its own with over 10,000 coaches now peddling their services to develop leadership in executives, entrepreneurs and small business owners. Maybe you are considering hiring an executive coach to help you overcome a significant obstacle or turnaround your small business. Whatever the reason, these 7 asking tips may help you become a better "coach" shopper and deliver a positive return on your hard-earned dollars.
1. Ask for a preliminary complimentary session.
Before you buy a pair of shoes, you have the opportunity to try them on and even walk in them for a few moments. Coaching is no different. You should have the opportunity to speak with your potential coach without charge. Session time should range between 30 and 60 minutes.
2. Ask what type of method is used by the coach.
Some coaches use a specific process while others may not have any structure. A process center approach usually delivers quicker and more sustainable results than an approach without structure.
3. Ask for the results that you can expect from this relationship.
By asking for the results up front, you establish a vanishing point on the horizon. The coach should provide the tools and strategies to help you achieve the results. Depending upon the results, the coach may provide several options from weekly 8 to 10 week programs to longer programs of 26 weeks.
4. Ask for the type of curriculum or tools as well as schedule that you will be using.
The use of proven tools and strategies will help you achieve your results quicker. These tools should have a documented history of achieving results regardless of the issue such as leadership, sales or time management. The program schedule should work with the tools and provide flexibility around your schedule as well.
5. Ask for referrals.
A good coach can provide testimonials from letters to actual verbal recommendations. Be respectful of the coach and only ask for these after you have narrowed your selection process.
6. Ask if the coach has a coach and listen to the response.
Good coaches also have coaches. Many coaches will refer to their coach indirectly during the initial complimentary coaching session.
7. Ask for a money back guarantee.
After 3 sessions, you should know whether the process, material and relationship between you and your coach is working. Waiting for several months is way too long especially if you are working with your coach on a weekly basis. The coach should be willing to return all fees less material costs if you determine the coaching is not delivering the results that you need.
Coaching is a proven strategy to improve personal and professional performance. Finding the right coach can easily double your results within 30 to 90 days and quickly yield you a positive return your investment,
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Are your sales where you want them to be? Will you be one of the few who achieves sales success or one of the many who have failed to change? So what are you doing to change those results? Let’s be honest, with companies moving globally and at lightening speeds, the traditional business solutions are outdated and dead. My approach moves your business out of its comfort zone and secures your competitive advantage now. If you are seeking to increase sales, build customer loyalty, create a culture of great attitudes or just achieve some sleep filled nights, then we should talk because my clients have experienced exactly those types of results. Learn more about customer loyalty at http://www.processspecialist.com/customer-loyalty.htm Give me a call at 219.759.5601 for a free strategy session. P.S. If you are seeking a motivational speaker, sales trainer or small business expert that will leave your audience smiling and remembering, please feel free to contact me at 219.759.5601. - Visit Leanne Hoagland Smith's Website |
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Leanne Hoagland-Smith
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Are your sales where you want them to be?
Will you be one of the few who achieves
sales success or one of the many who have
failed to change? So what are you doing to
change those results? Let’s be honest,
with companies moving globally and at
lightening speeds, the traditional
business solutions are outdated and dead.
My approach moves your business out of its
comfort zone and secures your competitive
advantage now. If you are seeking to
increase sales, build customer loyalty,
create a culture of great attitudes or
just achieve some sleep filled nights,
then we should talk because my clients
have experienced exactly those types of
results. Learn more about customer loyalty
at www.processspecialist.
com/customer-loyalty.htm Give me a
call at 219.759.5601 for a free strategy
session. P.S. If you are seeking a
motivational speaker, sales trainer or
small business expert that will leave your
audience smiling and remembering, please
feel free to contact me at 219.759.5601.
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