What is Coaching?
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ICF defines coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. Coaching is a distinct service and differs greatly from therapy, consulting, mentoring or training. Individuals who engage in a coaching relationship can expect to experience fresh perspectives or personal challenges and opportunities, enhanced thinking and decision-making skills, enhanced interpersonal skills, enhanced international effectiveness, and increased confidence in carrying out their chosen work and life roles.
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When should you look for a coach?
- Times of career transition
- A new manager
- Feeling “stuck”
- Experiencing significant change
- Dealing with a complex situation
Why Choose Us?
Jessica Prater, PHR, ACC-Pending has deep experience in human resources and talent development. With a background in Organizational Psychology, she understands the value in utilizing coaching as a tool in the overall development journey of a team. While anyone can call themselves a coach, Jessica has gone through an intensive ICF-approved course, worked with mentor coaching, and is in the final stages of obtaining her ACC designation.
Jessica identifies as a millennial and has worked with a variety of generations and industries. She believes that her corporate experience combined with an entrepreneurial spirit creates a unique dynamic for coaching.
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