Coaches are normally hired by either organisations or privately by individuals. One-to-one coaching draws out profound potential and takes people beyond what they thought they were capable of achieving. Coaching will help managers to identify their strengths, to develop their skills and to build momentum.
Business today is fast-paced and ever-changing and managers need to be proactive in developing their abilities to ensure that you succeed in this business climate.
Turning to an Executive Coach is just like using a sports coach, helping and guiding individuals to success in areas of their career where they need it most; for example where they have significant management challenges, are new to a role, have significant changes occurring in their organisation or have performance issues that need addressing.
An Executive Coach will support them and help them to develop and sustain new skills, ensuring they move towards greater effectiveness. The focus is firmly on developing performance.
Coaching is a partnership between client and coach and as such personal chemistry between the manager and the coach is very important. It is also important that, where possible, the coach works closely with the organisation to ensure that coaching meets all objectives.
The benefits of using a coach can include:
• improvements in leadership performance
• increased motivation
• better working relationships within the team and organisation
• improved work-life balance and reduced stress
• professional development and improved career prospects
• improved communication
• increased confidence
A programme of around six sessions, each lasting 1.5 - 2 hours on a monthly basis is usually recommended and can be carried out either face-to-face or by telephone. During the first session the individual and their coach get to know each other and agree a working framework, areas to concentrate on and the desired goal. Once coaching begins, the coaching sessions themselves are only part of the picture: the coach can provide as much or as little email support and back up as required.
InterSearch Coaches
InterSearch has worked closely with several independent coaches whom are experienced, mature and used to working at senior levels in a variety of organisations and sectors. Their focus is firmly on developing performance and making a difference. They are all available for an initial free session to discuss and explore how they can help. You can read more about each coach below – please contact them directly, quoting InterSearch, to discuss your requirements, a programme of sessions and costs:
Charlotte Hitchings
Her coaching experience covers individuals in Higher Education, Telecoms, Brewing, Management Consultancy and SME's in various sectors
Nicky Spode
Her coaching experience covers individuals in Media, the NHS, Third Sector, Education and Private Clients from a range of sectors
John Cockburn-Evans
His coaching experience covers individuals in the Public Sector, Manufacturing, Engineering and Process sectors
Mark Walton
His coaching experience covers individuals in IT, Financial Services, Automotive, Education and Retail
Alternatively you can contact us for an informal discussion about your individual needs and how we may be able to help you on 020 3130 0390 or email us at consultancy@intersearchuk.com