Getting Started In Coaching

Here you'll learn more about the process of coaching, get answers to common questions, and select the program that’s right for you.

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Coaching FAQs

How does coaching work?

The process of coaching is highly customized to the individual client. In general coaching is a four phase process:

1. Assessment: A comprehensive evaluation of your or your business's current strengths and areas for growth is conducted using a combination of interview questions and questionnaires. We have dozens of proprietary assessments to help target the areas to focus on in coaching. We are also qualified to give measures such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® and the Emotional Competency Inventory (ECI) 360-degree feedback assessment.
    
2. Goal Planning: The next step is to create a specific goal plan along with action steps to help you reach your goals. Goals help you figure out where you are going and how you will get there. A quote to describe this process is: If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll wind up somewhere else (Yogi Berra).
    
3. Action Phase: Once you know your goals, it is time to take action. You achieve change during and between sessions. Together, you and your coach create several action steps to work on between each of your sessions. Your coach will hold you accountable to reaching your goals and you’ll work on creating your own system of accountability during the process.
    
4. Assessment of Progress: The achievement of your short term goals is assessed and the action plan is modified as needed. Your coach will also ask you to evaluate the effectiveness of your coaching to be sure that it is as effective as possible. You and your coach may decide to change the frequency of your sessions to best help you meet your goals.

Does it matter where I live?

No, it does not matter where you live because most of our coaching is done over the telephone and our clients are all across the United States. You don’t even need to be in the U.S. Some of our clients prefer to meet in person in their offices or ours. If you want us to do a workshop, training, seminar, or consultation with your staff, we are happy to travel to you.

How often do I meet with my coach?

We offer 90-day coaching programs because our experience has shown our clients’ initial goals are typically achievable within 90 days. You will meet with your coach every-other week for a 45-minute session.

One of the primary benefits of our coaching programs is that you will have your coach on call as needed in between your scheduled sessions. You can ask us anything you like by email and we will get back to you, typically right away or within 24-48 hours. If you have an urgent issue and have not heard back from us by email, you are welcome to call us.

On average, our clients contact us once or twice a week with questions and requests for feedback. Some clients never contact us in between sessions but appreciate that they are able to should the need arise.

We limit the number of clients that we work with to be sure we can be optimally and quickly available to all clients. Here are some ways that our clients have used their email access to us.

Small Business Marketing Clients

• Ask us to review a letter they have drafted to send out to potential referral partners.
   
• Request feedback on their website navigation, design, and copy.
   
• Share their ideas and ask for assistance with their “pink spoon” giveaway to enroll new members of their list.
   
• Review titles for presentations, books, articles, and special report to be sure they are as catchy (and/or search-engine friendly) as possible.

Executive Leadership Coaching Clients

• Share their preparation for a big meeting or presentation and ask for feedback.
   
• Review a difficult conversation that took place with a colleague or a business partner.
   
• Discuss a problem they are having with an employee or their boss.
   
• Get feedback on how they’re handling a conflict or presenting themselves in a high-stakes situation.

How long does coaching last?

All coaching programs are 90 days. At that time, you’ve likely met your specified goals. If you wish to continue, you are welcome to enroll for another 90 days. At times we customize a monthly coaching or other form of maintenance package for our existing clients. Discuss options with your coach as you near the end of your program.

We also offer our coaching clients the opportunity to buy an hour of time with their coach at a discounted rate in the future if they need laser-coaching around a specific topic. Laser coaching is not available for people who have not completed one of our programs.

Is business coaching tax deductable?

Small business coaching is typically tax deductable because it is a business-building expense. Save your receipts for tax time. Executive leadership coaching may be tax deductable depending on your situation. Check with your accountant.
 

Coaching Programs

We offer several coaching programs.

Learn about our small business marketing services here.

Read about our executive leadership coaching programs here.

Our 1:1 coaching programs are 6 weeks of telephone and email coaching (if requested, in-person meetings can be arranged for clients who live near their coaches):

	Four 60-minute phone conversations
	"Coach on call” 24-7
	Email coaching up to one email per day
	Unlimited review of documents via email
	Assistance with networking and recommendations of resources

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Investment and Payment Options

The investment for all small business marketing and executive leadership coaching programs is $1500.

If you choose to enroll in more than one program, you receive a 10% discount on all programs.

Payment is due before your monthly program begins. We accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. If you prefer to pay by check please let us know.

Purchase your program(s)

1 Coaching Program $1500

2 Coaching Programs $3000 Less 10% Discount (Save $300) $2700

3 Coaching programs $4500 Less 10% Discount (Save $450) $4050

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How to Enroll

If you’re interested in coaching and would like to learn more:

Complete this form to schedule a complimentary 20-minute introductory meeting. We will learn about your goals, answer any questions that you have, determine whether we are well qualified to help you meet your specific goals, help you select the right coaching program, and decide which coach is the best match for you. If you have a specific request for a coach, we will do everything possible to accommodate it.

When you are ready to enroll, complete these 3 simple steps:

1. Pay for your program here.
    
2. Schedule your meetings here, if Larina is your coach. If one of the other coaches, email info@pascoaching.com to schedule. You may schedule one meeting at a time, or if you know your schedule in advance, you can schedule all of your meetings now. Please note that our availability is limited, so schedule as soon as possible to get time slots that work well for you.
    
3. Complete this client information and agreement form. If your coach has given you an assessment to complete, please do so before your first session. Otherwise, in advance of your first meeting, send your coach a list of your goals, any materials you’d like her or him to review, and topics you’d like to address on your first call.

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