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Christelle,

Here in Toronto, it’s the middle of the summer, it’s hot and sticky (or pouring rain!)… and my mind is so looking forward for a break!!!

So I thought I’d write a different newsletter this week, one that doesn’t include a Coffee-Break Coaching conversation… and instead tells you a little about why I so much value coaching!

And let’s start with a definition of coaching – my own definition:

Coaching is a professional and personal development technique that is all about us,

but doesn’t leave us on our own, with our thoughts going round in circle in our head!

- Christelle Soto-Suarez

Because, as a professional, I’ve always felt conflicted between

• What I wanted in my life and How I wanted to achieve it – being in alignment with myself; and
• Being part of a team, Following the “expected” path, and acting accordingly…

Because I did pursue continued professional development through formal and not so formal education, and asking colleagues and managers for advice… But so often felt that the learning / advice received weren’t aligned with my values, with who I was and who I wanted to become…

Because I so often resorted to self-reflection (me, myself and I!), but could feel I was missing “feedback” on my thoughts, staying on the rail tracks my thoughts were on with no opportunity to take a turn whenever I wanted…

Until I fully understood what “coaching” was (not mentoring, not therapy, not counselling, not consulting… and not a shoulder to cry on!): a technique to Empower myself with the support of a professional coach – someone who’s really listening to me, who’s making me think harder / deeper about what I’m saying… and who’s not judging me!

I first decided to train as a coach to better understand HOW coaching worked (because, unfortunately, looking for coaches on the internet is overwhelming – there is everything and anything out there!)… then felt that was my new “professional path” – a big change from working in the construction industry!!!

And now I feel so lucky to have a few professional coaches I can rely on to explore my thoughts (in depth), to reframe my perspective on a situation, and to hold me accountable to take the actions I said I would take…

But I’m also so happy, satisfied and fulfilled, to see my clients go through these same experiences, getting unexpected insights… and empowering themselves to take action toward that “better life / career” they dream of!!!

And now I’m curious: What resonated with you in what you just red?

If you want to know more about coaching as a professional / personal development technique,

If you want to know if coaching if for you, right now,

then just schedule a call with me (free)! 

To Your Success! 

Christelle

Self-Leadership Awakener – Coach, Facilitator