By Patrick Cahillane – Life, Executive & Business Coach with One Source International Coaching and Training & Founder of The One Source Personal Development Network
Life coaching has become increasingly popular in recent years as people seek to improve various aspects of their lives, such as career, relationships, and overall well-being. If you’re new to life coaching, you may be wondering what to expect in your first session. Here are some key areas that a life coach may cover in your initial session.
- Establishing Goals
The first thing that your life coach will likely do is help you establish your goals. This involves identifying what you want to achieve and why. Your life coach will ask you questions to help you clarify your goals and ensure that they are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). This step is crucial as it sets the foundation for the coaching process.
- Assessing Your Current Situation
Once your goals are established, your life coach will help you assess your current situation. This involves looking at where you are now in relation to where you want to be. Your life coach will ask questions about your current circumstances, strengths, and challenges to gain a clear understanding of your starting point.
- Identifying Obstacles
After assessing your current situation, your life coach will work with you to identify any obstacles that may be preventing you from achieving your goals. These obstacles could be internal (such as limiting beliefs or negative self-talk) or external (such as lack of resources or unsupportive relationships). Identifying these obstacles is important as it allows you to develop strategies to overcome them.
- Developing Strategies
With your goals established, your current situation assessed, and obstacles identified, your life coach will work with you to develop strategies to help you achieve your goals. These strategies could include creating an action plan, developing new habits, learning new skills, or seeking additional support. Your life coach will help you identify the most effective strategies based on your unique situation and preferences.
- Accountability
Finally, your life coach will help you establish accountability for your progress. This involves setting up a system to track your progress towards your goals and regularly checking in with your life coach to review your progress and adjust your strategies as needed. Accountability is important as it helps you stay motivated and focused on achieving your goals.
Your first life coaching session will likely involve establishing your goals, assessing your current situation, identifying obstacles, developing strategies, and establishing accountability. By working with a life coach, you can gain clarity, overcome obstacles, and achieve your goals more effectively and efficiently than if you were to go it alone. If you’re ready to take your life to the next level, consider working with a life coach today!