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The best leadership development happens through dialogue. Whether you're curious about coaching, exploring your options, or ready to get started, I'd love to hear about your situation.
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What to Expect from Our First Conversation
A discovery session is a 30-minute conversation designed to help us both see whether coaching together is the right fit. Here’s how it usually works:
Get to know each other – We’ll start with a short introduction so you can get a sense of who I am and how I work.
Explore what matters most to you – You’ll have the chance to talk about your current challenges, opportunities, and what you’d hope to achieve through coaching.
An overview of coaching – I’ll outline how coaching works, what my approach looks like, and how it differs from other forms of support.
Exploring readiness – Together we’ll look at how ready, motivated, and confident you feel about making change, and whether my expertise aligns with your goals.
Discuss practicalities – If we both feel there’s a fit, we’ll talk about options, logistics, and next steps.
You don’t need to prepare anything. Just bring your questions and whatever feels most relevant for you right now.
Frequently Asked Questions About Getting Started
Q: Is the discovery session really free?
A: Yes, completely free. No catch, no sales pitch. I find these conversations valuable for understanding the challenges people are facing, and you'll get immediate value from the discussion regardless of next steps.
Q: What if I'm not sure I'm ready for coaching yet?
A: That's exactly what the discovery session is for. Many of my most successful coaching relationships started with someone who was just exploring their options. We'll discuss whether coaching makes sense for your current situation and timeline.
Q: Do you work with people outside your geographic location?
A: Absolutely. Although I am happy to meet in person where practical, coaching can also be conducted virtually via video calls, so location isn't a constraint. I work with technical leaders across time zones and have found virtual coaching to be just as effective as in-person work.
Q: How quickly can we get started?
A: Discovery sessions are typically available within a week, and coaching programs can start as soon as two weeks after our initial conversation. However, I work with a limited number of clients to ensure quality, so there's sometimes a waiting list for ongoing coaching.
Q: What if my company wants to sponsor or pay for coaching?
A: Many of my clients have their coaching sponsored by their employers. I can provide documentation, invoicing, and progress reports as needed to support company-sponsored development. We'll discuss this during our discovery session if relevant.
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