How to Coach Yourself and Others Essential Knowledge For Coaching

Look through the following questions about useful habits and overall strategies and tick those that apply to you right now.                I have a clear sense of purpose or direction for my life. I am able to stay focused and concentrate my efforts onto one definite aim. I am usually able to make decisions and work consistently on them. I am willing to take a chance on a positive outcome¾even if it is risky. I am willing to do whatever it takes, rather than look for something for nothing. I control my negative thoughts. I practice habits, which contribute, to my good health including a nutritious moderate diet, regular exercise and meditation or yogatype relaxation. I tackle tasks immediately rather than putting them off and procrastinating. I persist in the face of difficulty. When the going gets tough, many people give up. I am willing to aim high. Many people put up with average goals and mediocre performance. I seek out and surround myself with people who encourage and coach me to great success. Too many people listen to those who say, “you can't”. I am willing to learn, read and acquire the knowledge and skills to become a generalist, able to adapt to and succeed in almost any environment. Contrary to popular beliefs, people who become too specialized become white elephants who cannot keep up with the speed of changes in society. I am enthusiastic, committed and motivated. I am pro-active ¾I make things happen in my life. Victims wait for things to happen to them. I have clear roles in life and act in balance across work, home, self and community. There is a critical incubation period of about 30 days, when you first apply new ideas. With the passage of time, the action becomes habitual. A successful coach knows the importance of developing positive habits. 1255

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