Coachee interview: How 1-1 coaching helped me balance fatherhood and my career
Pablo, how did the coaching programme work for you?
Over the course of several years, I had regular coaching sessions with Sarah, my coach. She always provided me with a safe and supportive space to discuss my goals, fears, and challenges.
Sarah used practical tools like studies, graphs, and information to help explain different theories and approaches to tackle any doubts or questions I brought to the sessions. She also gave me the space and time I needed to feel comfortable sharing thoughts that I might have previously dismissed as unimportant.
Through this journey, Sarah challenged me to think about things I hadn’t considered before. Her ability to listen, understand, and explain complex aspects calmly and with patience made each session highly valuable.
What did you find most beneficial about the coaching?
Sarah’s supportive and encouraging approach made a huge difference. She always added insightful perspectives to my goals and offered her opinions objectively and without judgment. She made me feel confident in my ability to make decisions and prioritise effectively.
One of the most impactful aspects of her coaching was helping me get my priorities and responsibilities in order. She showed me how priorities can shift depending on circumstances and helped me learn to value each in its proper measure.
What stood out the most was how she challenged me while also accompanying me through this period of growth. She made me reflect deeply on areas I hadn’t explored before and supported me in shaping thoughts that initially felt overwhelming or unclear.
“Sarah has accompanied me and challenged me during this period of my life, seeing my evolution, my fears, my doubts. I would recommend Sarah to anyone, just not as a coach for paternity/maternity stuff, just as a life coach to tackle any needs”
What impact has the coaching had?
The coaching has been transformative. Sarah’s guidance has helped me trust my instincts, value my own voice, and build confidence. She has truly been a strong support system, giving me new perspectives and helping me evolve personally and professionally.
I feel more grounded in understanding my priorities and making decisions that align with my goals. I’m especially grateful for her ability to balance encouragement with honest feedback, which has been key in my growth.
For someone considering coaching, what would you say?
I would wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone, not just for parental transitions but as a life coach for any kind of personal or professional need. Her ability to listen without judgment, offer thoughtful guidance, and challenge you to grow is truly unmatched.
For anyone navigating change, I’d say: give yourself the gift of a coach who truly cares about your development. It’s an investment in yourself that will pay off in ways you might not even anticipate.
For further information about our one-to-one parental transition coaching services contact: henriette@pandpcoaching.co.uk
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