How to Coach Yourself and Others Popular Models for Coaching | Page 15

1.1 BENEFITS OF PERSONAL- OR
LIFE-COACHING
Coaching services are offered under a wide variety of
names:
Life coaching, ADHD coaching, Business coaching, Career
coaching, Executive coaching, Expat and Global Executive
coaching, Financial coaching,
Personal coaching, Health
coaching, Sports coaching, Dating coaching, Conflict coaching,
Victimization coaching, Christian coaching, Performance
coaching, Skills coaching, ….

1.1.1 WHEN IS PERSONAL COACHING USEFUL?
Generally speaking, life coaching is recommended when
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Improving self knowledge and self awareness
Building self esteem, confidence and assertiveness
Reflection (Offering a sound-board)
Structuring tasks and responsibilities
Improving abilities for planning and goal-setting
Acquiring new skills or improving existing skills
Learning to solve (own) problems
Improving interpersonal skills
Enhancing relationships
Learning how to identify and act on personal needs
Becoming more effective, performing and assertive
Gaining new perspectives
Developing greater adaptability to change
Reducing stress levels
Sorting out personal issues that are blocking you
Having a positive impact on your environment
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