“Coaches are for People Who Are Weak.” What?

I had a conversation with an executive who said that he had been approached about coaching.  He said that he felt if he went to his boss to say he wanted a coach it would be perceived as a sign of weakness.  It was a brief conversation but one that I have thought about continuously.  I wonder if anyone would think Tiger Woods was weak for using a coach? Tiger’s coach is not a better golfer than he is.  If that was the case, Tiger’s coach would be the top golfer.  So what does Tiger’s coach provide?  His coach provides a challenging and supportive environment.  His coach is able to observe how Tiger approaches his profession and then works with him to establish an environment that will provide him the greatest opportunity to succeed.  Utilizing a coach in your personal or business life actually demonstrates a high degree of strength and confidence.  It says,  “I am driven to succeed and will use all the tools at my disposal to experience the success that I desire.”  As with Tiger’s coach, your coach will provide support and accountability based on the direction you want to go. If you are looking to take your personal or professional life to the next level, get a coach!