Bless those who challenge us to grow, to stretch, to move beyond the knowable, to come back home to our elemental and essential nature. Bless those who challenge us for they remind us of doors we have closed and doors we have yet to open.

— Navajo saying

This is what coaching is all about. Coaches are here to challenge us to grow and become even better than we ever thought we could be. They ask thought-provoking questions and help us ponder our life’s purpose and the goals that matter most to us.

Coaches strive to help us maximize our personal and professional potential. They inspire us to think beyond what is to what could be. They encourage us to think creatively about a future that motivates us to work hard and stretch ourselves. The best coaches hold us accountable and keep us on track as we strive to achieve our goals.

How has a coach made a difference in your life? Share your stories with us this week as we celebrate International Coaching Week! Email your story by clicking here.