Why Hire a Coach?

Love the question. It’s so easy to just say, “because it’ll make a difference”. The bottom line? The research shows that the average return on investment for a coach is 600%. 600%. That’s huge. What does that mean for you on a personal level? Well, think about different goals you want to achieve. Start with basic career goals. Forbes magazine literally asked the question, “do you have a coach? If not, you could be limiting your career success.” A study was done by Exxon, which is part of British Petroleum now. People that were coached that they followed for ten years. Here’s what they found: the people that had a coach demonstrated improved performance, increased ratings of potential for advancement, and earned 50% higher average salary increases. What does that tell you? They are achieving more on the job, and they are earning more on the job. Was it worth it to them to have a coach? Of course it was. If you have career goals or objectives that you want to achieve. A coach is going to help you get there.

Next think about personal things. Perhaps wellness is a big area for you. Many of us talk about eating healthier. We have a size or weight we want to be, and we struggle getting there. When you have a coach, guess what is going to happen? They are going to have you talk it through at a deeper level to uncover barriers and find your motivation. What is it that you want? What are the reasons? What are the motivators? What is the value of getting there? What might get in the way? Then your coach will partner with you so that you figure out your strategies, how you will move past potential challenges, and how you will effectively implement what it is you want in your life. The coach is your strategy partner – they provide the process, and you find your own answers. This goes beyond a New Year’s resolution where you say, “okay, I’m going to go join the gym” and you join for the whole year; you go in January and then by February you are done. The gyms all over the place love us because that’s what so many do – it takes more to define a goal and develop a strategy that motivates follow-through and that is how having a coach makes a difference.

What is the benefit to you, above and beyond being healthier and feeling better? Think about the implications in other ways. Reaching your goal weight or size can change your costs in terms of health care, medical providers, etc. You will have more energy when you go to work, and that supports professional opportunities. Weight and size and energy also make a difference in your relationships. Plus, for you personally, you are going to be happier and more positive and more confident.

Each time you achieve a goal, it influences other areas of your life. Working with a coach on any one goal helps you achieve that goal and creates positive influence in other areas.

What is another reason people hire a coach? Sometimes it is to focus on different relationships. Identifying what you want in that relationship and how to make that work. A coach can work with you on managing conflict. If you are dealing with something that is just tearing you up, breaking you down, a coach can support you in addressing that challenge and moving forward.

A coach can help you be successful in your academic career. Whether it’s high school or college or even going after a master’s or doctorate level, working with a coach helps you plan, organize, and stay on top of things.

The ways a coach can serve you and what you want to accomplish ranges across personal professional, relationships, health, and more.  For example, there are coaches that specialize in leadership, working with small businesses, ADHD, advancing your career, relationships, wellness, managing money, spiritual journeys, positivity, communication, confidence, and more.

A coach can help you achieve goals and make positive changes faster by providing personalized support and accountability. They help you clarify your goals, identify obstacles, and develop strategies to overcome challenges. A coach also provides a structured environment for reflection and growth, helping you understand your values and how your actions align with them.