Frequently Asked Questions
About Coaching

From a recent study of 100 Executives from Fortune 1000 companies…

“Asked for a conservative estimate of the monetary payoff from the coaching they got, these managers described an average return of more than $100,000 or about six times what the coaching had cost their companies.”

In addition:  77% had better relationships with direct reports, 71% had better relationships with their boss and 61% had a marked increase in job satisfaction and commitment to the organization.

 Fortune Magazine (02/19/01)  

What are some business needs for hiring a coach?

• Individual and team assessment
• Business growth
• Vision, mission and organizational development
• Strategic planning
• Executive growth
• Leadership development
• Teambuilding and accountability
• Career transition and advancement
• Work / life balance
• Training reinforcement and sustainability

Who hires coaches?

Large Companies like AT&T, BellSouth, Dow, Eastman Kodak, Goldman Sachs, Hewlett Packard, IBM, Marriott, Motorola…

Non-Profits, Governments, Associations, Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs, Teams and Groups, Individuals and Coaches!

“Recent studies show business coaching and executive coaching to be the most effective means for achieving sustainable growth, change and development in the individual, group and organization.”

HR Monthly Magazine

Stand-alone training changed behaviors by 22.4%.

Training with follow-up coaching changed behaviors by 88% for increased productivity.

Study by International Personnel Management Association

25% to 40% of Fortune 500 companies use executive coaching.

Hay Group Study

What are some personal needs for hiring a coach?

• Build confidence, creativity and spirituality
• Manage conflict, people and life balance
• Improve communication and relationships
• Overcome indecision and procrastination
• Career transition
• Clarify goals and priorities
• Get “unstuck”

How should a coach be hired?

• Get referrals
• Visit www.GeorgiaCoaches.com and view Coach Profiles
• Interview 3-4 coaches
• Ask about formal coach training
• Request a complimentary session
• Select a coach who fits your needs, style, schedule and budget

How is coaching conducted?

• Locally, nationally and internationally
• Telephone and in person
• Individual and in group
• E-mail
• Instant messaging
• Web conferencing

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