FAQs
Who are the coaches?
Our coaches are experienced certified life, business, career, wellness, educational, executive, and leadership coaches holding credentials from either the International Coaching Federation (ICF), or certification from a distinguished coach training school. They are trained in the ICF Core Competencies, and agree to abide by the ICF Canons of Ethics. Click here to meet the Stand Beside Them coaches.
Who do you coach?
We are coaching veterans from Iraq/Afghanistan (post 9/11; OEF, OND, OIF) and their family members and/or caregivers. Once we grow in size, we plan to expand our outreach to other veterans.
What do you coach?
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Career development, including skills assessment, and resume/interview preparation
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Relationships (strengthening relationships at home or work)
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Business development
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Veterans benefits (helping with comprehension and navigation of the system)
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Other reintegration issues that might cause a veteran to feel stuck and unable to move forward
What is a coach?
We define a coach as a “facilitator of positive change”…. someone who guides another to take positive action to achieve a specific goal or goals. Solution-driven and nonjudgmental, experienced coaches use active listening and precise questioning techniques to help their client come to realizations that result in beneficial changes. The relationship between the coach and the client is a collaboration, where the client should be willing to do some homework in-between sessions, and to be checked on for accountability. This dual responsibility ensures that the process stays on track, and the client will achieve his or her specific objectives.
What are some benefits from coaching?
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Communication is restored; families stay together
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Caregivers feel supported, learning to take care of themselves too
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A small business gets up and running
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A job, or training for a new career or vocation, becomes a reality
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A diploma is attained
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Self-esteem is restored, with a positive outlook to the future
Is coaching like therapy?
What does coaching cost? Will I have to commute somewhere to receive coaching?
How long is a coaching session? What will be required of me?