How we coach

Throughout history, the water well was the communal place where people met, discussed problems, shared stories, debated, offered support and new perspectives. Our classes at Royal Roads University, corporate programs, public SEEDS workshops, and one-to-one coaching sessions are modern-day wells with a new twist. These are conversations steeped in the coach approach.

Grounded in co-created trust, authenticity, and connection, our clients dive into the challenges they choose to take on. Our skilled coaches use a framework of inquiry that helps people find their own answers, successfully handle difficulties, redefine and generate new direction and purpose. These empowered people positively influence their co-workers, families, friends, and this effect widens into our larger community.

JOEY Restaurant Group

I recently received my Accredited Certified Coach (ACC), and throughout the process, my one-to-one coaching has evolved. I originally thought that coaching others would be a challenge for me, before I truly understood the coaching process with Essential Impact. I found that coaching is all about attentive listening, being curious and asking strategic questions, which truly allows the coachee to be heard. It is my experience that after the coaching session, people are empowered to act on their thoughts, plans and commitments because of the clarity they had gained.

I also appreciate the Strength Deployment Inventory because it allows me to better understand my colleague's motivations and their reactions in conflict. This puts me at ease, because I am able to accept and understand who people are, and I realize that conflict isn't about me. Through this, I have a greater understanding of the other person and I am able to effectively communicate with them.

Chris Kaiser
Regional Chef
JOEY Restaurant Group

Foothills Alliance Church Pastor Ed Temple

How coaching supports leaders and their autonomy.

Legacy Church of the Nazarene Pastor Robert Gray

The effects of coaching: from the individual to the community.

Salvation Army Les McAusland, Emergency Shelter, Manager

Asking the questions so that people can find their right answers.

The paradigm shift from directive leadership to asking questions, and why this works.

V Factor Coaching and Consultants Al Vonkeman

How policing and coaching come together.