Many people I speak with want to keep growing and are trying to figure it out on their own. They are reading leadership books, listening to podcasts and watching YouTube videos to keep stretching themselves. All of this is great…but they don’t realize there are some things they don’t see about themselves and no one has cared enough or been brave enough to point them out. They also don’t realize how much faster they could grow with some professional coaching. I have put together a quick test with 10 statements for you to see if executive coaching could be a fit for you right now.
TAKE MY QUICK TEST
Rate 1-10 how true these statements are for you: 1 = not at all 10 = very true
____ 1. I think I am covering all my bases but at times wonder if I am missing something important.
____ 2. I think I am headed in the right direction but would like to be more confident in my decisions.
____ 3. I think I am winging it too often rather than working a plan/process that measures my progress.
____ 4. I would like to be able to regularly focus on what is important for longer periods of time.
____ 5. Sometimes I get down on myself and need perspective.
____ 6. I have some pretty good strengths but would like a game plan to address some nagging weaknesses.
____ 7. I know too much stress is unhealthy and would like to explore ways to reduce it.
____ 8. I think I know how I am coming across to others but their reactions aren’t always what I hoped for. I wonder if I have a blind spot.
____ 9. My business skills are pretty good, but I could have better habits to make the most of my time.
____10. I wonder if I could get closer to reaching my full potential.
______ Total Score
If you scored below 50 then you are not the best fit. If 50-70 then you have an opportunity to make measurable progress towards a better version of you. If 70-90 then you can get excited about some significant changes coming your way. If 90-100 then WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!!
I like to ask those who are serious about continuing to grow, “How will you be better off by waiting?”
Lballinger@ballingerexecutivecoaching.com.
