What is coaching?

1. What is coaching?

Coaching is a personalised form of development designed to support your learning, growth, and performance. A coach partners with you to help you move forward in a way that aligns with your unique needs, goals, and transitions. It’s about helping you become your best, most authentic self.

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2. How does coaching work?

Coaching happens through one-on-one conversations or a series of sessions focused on the goals that matter most to you. These goals might be:

• Internal: like building confidence or setting boundaries
• Skill-based: like improving presentation or influencing skills

Your coach will guide you through self-exploration, offer insights, and share tools to support your learning journey.

3. Why do people work with a coach?

People seek coaching to:

• Develop themselves personally or professionally
• Navigate transitions or challenges
• Break free from unhelpful habits or patterns
• Gain clarity, confidence, and a sense of purpose

It’s about unlocking potential and taking meaningful action.

4. What makes a Mindbeat coach unique?

Mindbeat coaches are:

• Qualified and experienced
• Skilled in techniques like deep listening, reflective questioning, and feedback
• Committed to creating a safe, confidential space for growth

They’re here to support your journey, not to tell you what to do.

5. What results can I expect from coaching?

While each journey is unique, common outcomes include:

• Improved performance and decision-making
• Greater confidence and self-awareness
• Enhanced leadership and influencing skills
• Increased resilience and wellbeing
• A stronger sense of purpose

6. What coaching is not

• Not classroom training: Coaching doesn’t follow a fixed curriculum. Unlike training, it adapts to you, your context, and your pace.
• Not advice or mentoring: Your coach won’t tell you what to do. Instead, they’ll help you explore options, consider new perspectives, and take ownership of your choices.
• Not therapy: Coaching supports growth and performance, not the treatment of mental health conditions. If you’re dealing with trauma, anxiety, or depression, we encourage you to seek support from a qualified health professional.

7. What can I do to get the most from coaching?

Coaching is a two-way partnership. To make the most of it:

• Show up to every session
• Be open, honest, and willing to reflect
• Take notes and follow through on commitments
• Speak up if something isn’t working

The more you invest in the process, the more value you’ll gain.

8. Is my coaching confidential?

Yes. Everything you share with your coach is confidential. If your coaching was arranged by your company, your coach will work with you to agree on how and what (if anything) gets shared with them.