Catlover is indeed talking sense re doing your research beforehand.
Two comments about the coach with a baby steps / self care approach and CL's desire for big goal action.
1- There are some coaching schools (and this is a whole 'nother topic since coaching training is such an unregulated area) who teach their own particular coaching methodology - one that their students are expected to follow fairly closely. That can constrain and diminish the "natural coaching" style of the follower.
2- The most effective coaches I have known will follow, support and encourage as the client's path unfolds - but the coach only becomes aware of the journey's itinerary as the coaching relationship becomes more trusting over time.
And even with that increased understanding, if the client is not ready, willing or able - it's absolutely NOT the coach's "modus operandi" to guide or cajole the client into doing what the coach "thinks best". |