FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

WHAT IS COACHING AND HOW CAN IT HELP ME?

Coaching focuses on your future, so it's different from counselling or therapy which examine your past.

Recently, some of Joanne's clients have enjoyed successes including: 

* Changing to a new career

* Raised confidence and self esteem

* Negotiating better rates for their work

* Writing books

* Stopping procrastination and becoming better at time management

* Creating better work life balance

* Being featured on TV and in the press

You can also read what some of Joanne's former clients have to say here.

Even if you just have a vague sense that it's time to make changes in your life but aren't sure what to do next, a coach can help you work out what your next step needs to be.

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WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN I'M BEING COACHED?

During your coaching session you'll be asked questions which are designed to stretch you and help you consider your life in new ways.

Your coaching sessions will happen at pre-arranged regular intervals (usually 2-3 times a month). You'll identify goals and the steps you need to take to get moving. There will be homework between sessions - you decide on the action you want to commit to. You'll end up doing much more than you ever would on your own.

You'll have an initial consultation to discuss what you'd like to get out of coaching. Sessions will probably be over the telephone. Many clients find they can open up more in a telephone call than they ever would face to face. It also cuts down on wasted time because you don't have to travel to a meeting and sessions can be totally at your convenience. If you would prefer the initial consultation to be face to face you are welcome to come and see Joanne in Brighton.

Joanne also provides face to face coaching sessions in London and Brighton. These are generally longer and at wider intervals than the telephone sessions (2 hours once a month).

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WHAT KIND OF PEOPLE DO YOU COACH?

Joanne says: "I specialise in coaching people who work in the media and creative industries. Having worked in the media for many years as a journalist and TV producer, I have a particular understanding of the challenges people in the media face. Former clients include freelance journalists, PR professionals, former MP's, BBC staff; TV presenters, broadcasters and writers.

"Generally, my clients are people in their early twenties to forties who have had a successful career so far, but feel that there is something missing in their lives. On the surface they may seem to have it all, but in their hearts they know that there are things about their life they want to change. They are ready to move to the next level in their life and career.

"I also work with business people who want to improve their media skills."

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

There is no charge for your initial consultation. After that we will work out a time for regular coaching phone calls. I work with most clients for around 8-12 sessions, which lasts around 3 - 6 months.

Below are the options for regular coaching sessions. Most clients find it useful to start with 3 sessions a month (Gold service) for the first 2-3 months, then change to 2 sessions a month (Silver or Bronze service) after that. If you have another option in mind which is not listed here please contact me directly to discuss it. I also offer one-off kickstart sessions.

Fees for coaching are an investment in yourself and your future. They are generally less than you'd pay for a dress you may never wear or a night out you might not even enjoy. Even if you only have a few coaching sessions, you will appreciate their value for years to come.

See below for a full description of each service, including fees.

 

Gold Service (suitable for those new to coaching):

Includes

* Three 45 minute coaching calls per month

* Personalised introductory assessment and goal setting plan

* Free unlimited e-mails between sessions - these can be used for you to get feedback on your CV, writing or other work-related proposals.

* Free short phone calls between sessions

* Free monthly motivation newsletter

* 100% satisfaction guarantee

Fee: £275 per month

Minimum commitment: 2 months

 

Silver Service (currently most popular option):

Includes

* Two 45 minute coaching calls per month

* Personalised introductory assessment and goal setting plan

* Free unlimited e-mails between sessions

* Free monthly motivation newsletter

* 100% satisfaction guarantee

Fee: £200 per month

Minimum commitment: 3 months

 

Bronze Service (suitable for people who've had coaching before):

Includes

* Two 30 minute coaching calls per month

* Personalised introductory assessment and goal setting plan

* Free periodic emails between sessions

* Free monthly motivation newsletter

* 100% satisfaction guarantee

Fee: £150 per month

Minimum commitment: 3 months

Kickstart session

A one off coaching session works best if you have a particular issue in mind which you would like to discuss with a coach.

Choose between a 60 minute telephone session or 2 hour face to face session (in London or Brighton) This session includes a personalised assessment and goal setting plan, and 2 weeks' support by email after the session. Fees for this package range from £125 - £250. Please email me for more details..

Media Kickstart Coaching Programme

This is a 3 stage programme for coaches, consultants and other small businesses. It consists of:

* 2 hour coaching session to help you formulate a publicity plan - this can either be taken as one face to face session or as two 60 minute telephone sessions.

and also:

* A review of your website and publicity materials (press releases etc) - this feedback will let you know what a journalist may think of this material and which changes could improve it. If you have never written a press release before I can provide detailed instruction on how to do so at no extra charge.
* A copy of The Beginner's Guide to TV Interviews ebook (£20 value)
* A comprehensive bonus pack of publicity ideas and tips to get you started.

Fees for this programme start at £245 - please email if you need more details.

 

HOW DO I PAY?

Payment is in advance by credit card, cheque or bank transfer, or you can pay online now by clicking here. If you prefer you can call us on 0870 741 4278 with your credit card details, or post a cheque payable to JMA Life Coaching to 10 Brigden Street Brighton BN1 5DP.

Please ask for corporate rates.

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