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Coaching

 

What is Coaching?

Life Coaching is, according to the International Coach Federation “partnering with clients in a thought provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.” As coaches our role is to connect with our clients and hold their greatness in front of them, in spite of the circumstances they are experiencing. When standing in the perspective of their greatest self, the change they want is possible.

People come to coaching because they want change in their lives. Coaching is primarily about discovery, awareness and choice and it is a way of being in relationship. The lens through which we view our clients is their magnificence. This is evident in the way the coach holds their client as strong and whole and not weak and helpless. The coach connects with the client and listens for what the client is really wanting in their lives through powerful listening and deep insightful questioning. The coach then holds their client accountable for learning and action and keeps them moving forward toward their dreams and goals.

PeopleActiv offers one on one Life coaching. We will assist you to identify those thought patterns and habitual ways of feeling that drive destructive behaviours which prevent you from achieving your goals. We help you learn self reliance and to reconnect to your purpose, so you realize that you can shape your own journey.

We are certified Professional Co-Active coaches who are registered and accredited with the Coaches Training Institute based in Los Angeles. This is a global organisation that creates and supports a network of co-active coaches operating in the space of change through self awareness. We connect with people and connect them to their true self. When in this space the power to create change in their lives comes from the biggest part of who they are. Co-Active coaching holds people naturally creative, resourceful and whole and allows them to explore and tap into their potential. Coaching is the vehicle for creating sustainable behavioural change, if people are willing to change.

If you would like to gain a more balanced and focused life, contact us on stephen@peopleactiv.com or frances@peopleactiv.com. We would love the opportunity to live our purpose by making a difference in your life.

 

Coaches Training Institute

Stephen & Frances are Certified Professional Co-Active Coaches (CPCC) with the Coaches Training Institute(CTI).

 

International Coaches Federation

Stephen and Frances are Associate Certified Coaches with the International Coaches Federation (ICF).

 

 

The Impact

 

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Clients Feedback
   

“Frances is a brilliant, loving, and insightful coach. She has the ability to be with her clients in a way that moves them deeply into greater fulfillment, no matter what the topic/coaching is around! She has a gentle way about her but she is also courageous in that she will stand with you at the precipice and jump with you if needed. However, she will be holding your hand. She is a great coach and guiding light.”

Liz Hanzi, CPCC
Professional and Personal Life Coach, Atlanta Florida

 

My coaching experience with Stephen was life-changing. Stephen’s style of coaching is very direct and extremely motivational. Every time I walked out of a coaching session I felt inspired to live my dreams. The coaching sessions has inspired me to pursue my purpose in life. I finally overcame procrastination which was a big challenge in my life. Stephen doesn’t believe in spoon feed but rather he believes in empowering people to go after their own dreams. Stephen's coaching style focuses on assisting and inspiring people to take responsibility and ownership for their own life.
Stephen is truly a phenomenal coach, one of his kind and truly live what he preaches and that is to serve others with true commitment.

Ambrose Sampson
Standard Bank South Africa

 

“My coaching with Frances has taught me the following: When we are yearning for change, we tend to opt for the easier alternative and evade honest, objective introspection – the very necessary ignition for change. Coaching helped me to transcend that threshold - to take a tour of my inner self and to give acknowledgement to my hidden passions which became suppressed by external influences and by a perceived persona which became bigger than me. The process is uncomfortable, unsettling and, as you’ll discover, an evolving one. But it will take you back to a warm and familiar place called YOU ….”

Roshni Gajjar
Private Client

 

Stephen is an honest, assertive and serving coach who is always willing to push you to ensure that you are getting the most out of each and every session with him. The tasks and exercises definitely challenge you to push your own boundaries to ensure that you are growing constantly. You can be sure that you are not going to hear what you want but rather what you need to hear to become the best you that you can be. The last 12 months with Stephen have been the most life changing in the best way possible.

Raylene Eksteen
Human Resources Manager, Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Ltd

 

“My coaching with Frances has taught me the following: Coaching has inspired me to get to know myself. It sounds quite simple, but actually is the most powerful life changing experience.”

Lisa Whittaker
Toyota Tsusho Africa (Pty) Ltd

 

“Stephen is a gifted coach. He has a way that is both very gentle and compassionate, yet is also very firm in how he calls his clients forth to move us into purposeful action—really aligning this action with who we are or want to be in our lives. He consistently shows up as a leader and a student at the same time, bridging that gap of knowing and serving-a combination that keeps him really present with his clients in a ‘doing whatever it takes’ mentality and stance. You couldn’t ask for a better team mate, coach, and guide to stand shoulder to shoulder with you and you move forward in your life. He is ‘commitment’ personified—committed to us, his clients, and our growth.”

Liz Hanzi, CPCC
Professional and Personal Life Coach, Atlanta Florida, USA

 

“I have found that it was really easy to connect with Frances, she has a calming demeanor and has been a great person to talk to, and has always allowed me to express my feelings in an open and comfortable manner. The environment in which we work is quiet taxing and I found that discussing things with Frances has made me think differently. I have even begun to use the skills that I have learnt from these sessions with my 15yr old son and my family. Frances has been a great source of encouragement and I really appreciate having these sessions.”

Robin Ogle
MatCH (Previously RHRU), Nurse Advisor

 

"I have been coached by Stephen on a number of occasions now. He is a really soulful guy with huge empathy and listening skills. I always felt lighter and more in tune after our sessions! Certainly worked for me."

Andy Evans BA (Oxon) MA
Programme Leader, Thames Valley University, UK

 

“My coaching sessions with Frances and Stephen have changed my outlook on life. I have gained the ability to become more tolerant in situations which were frustrating before, and look at the bigger picture before making assumptions and jumping to conclusions. I have found life to be a whole lot less stressful from the advice I have been given during my coaching sessions. Thank you both for all your guidance!! “

Tshana Watkins
MatCH (Previously RHRU), Programme Assistant

 

There are two main reasons why I have found such a huge benefit in working with Stephen:
1. His ability to listen (truly listen) and then to understand how to phrase questions that expose and unlock the underlying issues.
2. His ability to guide me in the process of choosing what actions to put in place to move forward – this was not telling me what to put in place, but rather helping me determine possible solutions for myself that I could implement and test. I learned how to apply these principles to other situations that have arisen and that will continue to arise.
His relaxed and friendly nature makes him very easy to engage with. He has helped me believe that I am capable of so much more and that for me the path is about putting small processes and new thinking in place to achieve this; breaking it down into manageable steps. It’s been an invaluable experience for me.

Greg White
Private Client

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