FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why do you call yourself Guide and Coach?

I am not a Therapist. As a Guide, I will help you gather appropriate information and read the marketplace roadmap.

As a Coach, I will be a collaborative partner supporting you in evaluating that information; clarifying career goals; identifying problem areas; being a sounding board ; developing tools and action plans; and creating your unique, sustainable career management plan.

Who should I choose as a Guide & Coach?

I believe a Coach should have work experience outside of career coaching; and expertise in career management and the marketplace.

They must respect confidentiality; build trust; be a strong listener; be realistic; be able to provide you with objective feedback, challenges and accountability; and coach you to results as you grow into your chosen and unique career path.

Why did you become a Guide and Coach?

Since 1986, my consulting was focused on corporate sponsored Outplacement and Performance Management. Recently, individuals that I have worked with in the past and other individuals who became aware of my work, have increasingly been asking me to Coach them

I love working one-on-one and developing a Coaching relationship with individuals who need guidance and support; and sharing my expertise and experience to help them identify and meet their career goals..

How long does your coaching process take?

It obviously varies from individual to individual. Some people are done in 2 to 3 months and others choose an ongoing partnership.

How do our meetings take place?

The free ½ hour initial consultation, when geographically possible, would be in my office and then we would decide to continue meeting in person or by phone. Otherwise, the initial consultation and all coaching will be done by phone and email.

Meeting sessions generally last 45 minutes, ‘homework’ is assigned for next meeting and I am available to you between meetings for short just-in-time phone or email questions.

What are your fees?

The is no fee for the initial ½ hour free consultation.

If we decide to work together, fees are $150 per 45 minute session including an additional 15 minutes for ‘just in time’ phone and email questions.

Additional support outside the 45 minute session(s) for extended meetings, research, written presentations, etc. will be billed in 15 minute increments. We will discuss and include fees for additional support and assessment in our coaching agreement.

Fees may be paid by check or credit card and are due the 1st day of the month for the coming month. At anytime, you or I may request that we stop working together. All unused fees will be promptly returned.

Are Your Fees Tax Deductible?

For most people who engage me to assist in career planning and management, my fees are tax deductible. Please check with your accountant.

Do You Provide References?

I will be happy to provide references when mutual interest is established

How do I engage you to be my Guide and Coach?

Let’s meet for a free ½ hour initial consultation. I will send you a questionnaire that we will use for our meeting.

If we agree that it makes sense to work together, I will send you a Coaching Agreement outlining our Partnership.