What is a coach?

A coach is a highly trained and skilled "thinking partner" who helps people grow and develop in ways that result in personal and professional satisfaction.  A coach is someone who collaborates with you to help you realize your goals.  And a coach provides you with someone that you can be accountable to for these changes you would like to make.  Working with a coach is like having a built-in business partner whose only concern is your success.

Why do people hire coaches?

• to grow their business
• to take more control of their life by setting acheivable goals
• to clarify one's strengths, talents, and abilities
• to improve their realtionships with important people in their life
• to improve their vision and "possibility thinking"
• to gain more balance between their work and personal life

Who do I coach?

Anyone who is self-motivated , wants to grow and develop, and wants an active partner in this process is an excellent coaching candidate.  The only real requirement for coaching is a genuine desire to improve.

How does coaching work?

Most coaching is "tele-coaching" and is done over the phone.  Dr. Boyle offers additional support through e-mails and faxes between sessions.  An intial (free) phone consultation occurs where information is gathered and goals are set.  If coaching is indicated after that first session, then a schedule for future sessions is developed.  Homework is usually given between phone sessions to boost the process.  People find coaching sessions to be active, stimulating, and energizing.  Phone sessions last for 30 minutes, and are scheduled for 2-3 times/month.  Payment is made at he beginning of each month for that month (credit card or check). 

If coaching sounds like a tool you would like to use, then contact Dr. Bob to set up an initial, free consultation.  Call Dr. Bob at 530-243-7178 or e-mail him at drbob@drbobboyle.com to set up this initial time.