What is coaching? It’s a process of learning through conversation toward the discovery of a path forward. The role of the coach is neither therapist nor consultant, both of which are valuable. A coach provides deep, active listening accompanied by the precise questions that help one find that next step, or insight to help you improve your leadership skills or simple gain a broader vision for your life.

My own coaching is goal oriented. My primary work is with congregational leaders and pastors. I also work with those in other fields from non-profits management and business ventures. Each coaching session concludes with the question: what for you in the next right step from today’s session? That question, and others similar to it, is designed to keep you moving in a positive direction. Coaching is never intended to be a fix-all strategy nor is it the imposition of an answer. I will work with you in creative collaboration, open to the Spirit who makes all things new. I offer these two things as coach: accountability for your next steps and clarity about your purpose.