If you are a gay man or lesbian, and an executive or a manager, in the private sector or in public life, a warm welcome.

Today’s working life offers rich rewards and opportunities, while also presenting hurdles that can be taxing mentally, emotionally, financially, and even physically.  For someone who is gay, there can be additional unique challenges depending on the work environment and level of self-acceptance.   There’s a lot to think about, a lot to navigate.  You can do this navigating alone or leave things to chance (not unlike taking your luck playing snakes and ladders!).  Or you can work with a coach; intentionally build an enriching work experience to bring personal fulfillment and success on your terms, based on what is important to you.

One of our biggest challenges these days is balancing our time between short term needs and our mid or long term objectives.  Change is constant.  Information is pervasive.  Choices are abundant.    When do we have the time to step back and reflect what we really want, or how to get there? This is why coaching has become a growing phenomenon.  More and more executives and managers find they need an objective pair of ears. For anyone who is gay, having a gay coach may be particularly helpful for full and free expression.

Coaching is not about fixing anything but about helping people meet their potential and impact their bottom line.  Specifically, executive coaching focuses on supporting leaders (and upcoming leaders) to create a future for themselves and their organizations.  Leadership calls for alignment between values and behavior; being authentic; motivating self and others to accomplish goals; and enjoying what life has to offer.

After a career in British policing  (including 7 years as a Police Chief), I have been coaching across all sectors in the US for over 10 years and recognize the gay community needs dedicated coaches to serve its leaders.  If you want highly individualized coaching, you are open to learning and growth, and want success on your terms, you’ve come to the right place.  My coaching is offered face2face or by telephone, including Skype.  Your investment will bring you significant results.  I promise.

Caroline G. Nicholl, Executive Coach, Alexandria, VA.