n.  A person who helps you perform at a higher level than you are presently.

In sports, a coach helps an athlete assess their performance, identify areas where they can improve and develop a program of exercise, practice and training in order to reach new levels of performance.

In life, business or ministry a coach functions in much the same way. A coach asks questions, helps you focus your attention on specific issues, collaborates in setting goals and developing a plan to raise your own level of performance. Regardless of your position, or experience, you are capable of more. A coach comes along side to help you get there.

If you find yourself in one of these common situations, you will benefit from having a coach.

Have you bumped up against a lid?
Coaching can help you identify what is holding you back and help you develop or improve skills that will enable you to break through to the next level.

Are your running into a wall?
Coaching can help you understand the sources of frustration and find creative solutions for getting through or around a wall that blocks your progress.

Do you want to pursue a major goal?
Coaching can help you clarify your goals and develop a solid, workable strategy for achieving them.

Are you facing a major transition?
Coaching can help you see the road more clearly and guide you through the journey.

Have you lost your vision?
Coaching can help you rediscover your purpose and passion and restore a clear vision for your life and ministry.

Do you need develop a skill?
Coaching can help you identify, train for and implement new skills that will equip you to minister in new and changing situations.

How does it work?

How often would we meet?
The frequency of meeting varies with each persons particular goals.  The more intense the growth you are seeking, the more you will benefit from frequent coaching.  You can choose to schedule coaching weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.

How long would coaching last?
The goal of coaching is help you reach a specific goal, thus the coaching should continue on a time frame consistent with your goals.  The minimum coaching commitment is three months and may extend for six months or a year.

How much does coaching cost?
The actual cost of coaching will be determined by your particular needs and goals, however, you should expect fees to begin at $300 for the initial three month agreement.

How do you get started?

First, we should talk.
Coaching is a relationship.  Communication is a coaches most effective tool. So, we begin with a conversation— about who you are, where you are and where you want to go.  We can talk face to face or over the phone. It will only cost you an hour of your time and there is no obligation.

Next, we need a plan.
Together, we will create a coaching agreement that details how often we will meet, and for how long.  You will be able to identify specific goals or skills that you want to focus on and develop.  I will provide clear expectations of the investment of time and money needed for your success.

Then, together, we work the plan.
 If you want to learn a new skill, get through a wall, or get around a road block, coaching may be short-term.  If you want to make a major transition, complete a significant goal, or pursue a life of ever increasing kingdom impact, coaching may be more long-term.  Most importantly, we give God our best and see what He does with it.