Coaching
Coaching
Coaching is a non-directive way to support the development of individuals. Through a defined number of conversations the coach guides the coachee to define their goal, and explore the routes and barriers to making progress. The coaching process provides the opportunity for the coachee to develop the confidence and skills to execute the goal, creating self-efficacy through the process. The coaching experience allows the coachee to continue the momentum acquired through the process.
Coaching can be used to focus and guide through major life transitions such as taking on a new role, returning to the workplace following maternity or paternity leave, or a prolonged absence due to sickness. Coaching can work equally as effectively virtually or in-person, both individuals and teams.
Kate is the principal coach at We Are Firestarter, we draw on a network of coaches to ensure you work with a coach who has the style, experience and approach to meet your needs.
Coaching approach
Kate is an experienced coach and mentor and brings a pragmatic approach to her practice. Her coaching style is action-oriented, she draws on positive psychology perspectives and encourages coachees to be curious in their understanding of what underlying factors might be present. She helps to unpack what they are experiencing and what steps they can take either pragmatically or as a reframed mindset shift to move forward. She takes a whole-person approach believing that we bring our whole selves to everything we do.
Clients have described Kate’s approach as helping to provide clarity and insight, bringing enthusiasm and honesty to the partnership.
Coaching programs can leverage existing feedback or psychometric assessments or can be designed to incorporate DiSC®, The Five Dysfunctions Personal Development® or The Leadership Challenge® 360 Assessment to provide greater insight.
“I was so thankful for Kate’s coaching support on my return to work after maternity leave. It framed my goals and objectives in my career and encouraged me to believe in myself more than I thought possible! I have now become a coach myself based on the positive experience I had with Kate and her framework and tools.”
