Frequently Asked Questions

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Executive coaching is a highly personalised, one-on-one process designed to enhance the performance, leadership impact, and strategic thinking of professionals, typically in mid-to-senior level roles. However, its value is increasingly recognised across all organizational levels. 

The focus is on unlocking potential, setting clear, actionable goals, and crafting tailored strategies to navigate complex business challenges. Unlike traditional leadership programs with standardized curricula, executive coaching offers a bespoke approach, aligning with the unique needs and aspirations of each individual. 

The ultimate difference between executive coaching and all other coaching is that accredited executive coaches deliver results in the business environment.  Because the coaching is bespoke and caters to each individual, the results can be profound and compelling - both for the coachee and for their business.

Arcadia Coaching is the executive coaching division of Arcadia Search, designed to complement our recruitment and headhunting services by empowering leaders and teams to excel. 

While Arcadia Search connects businesses with top-tier talent in communications, PR, and marketing, Arcadia Coaching focuses on unlocking the full potential of that talent through tailored coaching programs. Together, we provide a holistic approach to leadership and organisational success.

Quite simply, one week is not enough to do the deep work.  Life is fast and our bandwidths are stretched. Before you know it, the week is over and its the next session! A two week period between session is when deeply transformative change can take place - and your coach is always at the end of the phone or email for a check in if needed.

Coaching is a method that empowers an individual to make decisions that give them greater satisfaction, success and development.  The coaching mindset states that the coachee has the inherent knowledge, wisdom and experience to devise and create their own solutions.

Coaching is distinct from other methods such as advising, mentoring, counselling, and consulting, though all share the common goal of facilitating change. 

Advising involves an expert providing guidance on achieving success based on their unique knowledge and experience. Mentoring is about offering direction and support, typically from a more experienced individual, and can include innovative approaches like cross-generational mentoring. Counselling focuses on helping individuals navigate difficulties or distress, often addressing past challenges to foster healing or resolution. Consulting, on the other hand, leverages expertise to fill gaps in a client’s knowledge or skills, driving transformation through new insights. 

Unlike these methods, coaching does not rely on the coach’s expertise to direct or solve; instead, it empowers individuals to unlock their own potential and devise solutions tailored to their unique journey.

While typically designed for mid-to-senior level leaders, executive coaching is valuable for professionals at all levels who want to develop their potential, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals.

Yes, confidentiality is a cornerstone of our coaching practice. We adhere to strict ethical guidelines to ensure all sessions remain private, creating a safe space for open, honest and transformative discussions.

Our coaching process begins with an initial consultation, the Discovery Session, to explore and understand your goals. From there, we develop a customised plan, with regular one-on-one sessions to track progress and adapt strategies as needed. At the end, we will wrap up with a Transformation Session to conclude and celebrate your work.

The duration varies based on individual needs, but most engagements range from three to twelve months, with sessions scheduled fortnightly.

Our Executive Coaching package lasts for a duration of three months and a series of six fortnightly in-depth coaching sessions.  This package can be transformative and is an excellent first step into exploring how coaching can raise both individuals and organisations to new levels of satisfaction and commercial success.

Absolutely. While based in London, we also have extensive experience working with clients across the Middle East and emerging global markets. Our coaching services are accessible worldwide through virtual and in-person sessions.

If you’re looking to enhance your leadership skills, navigate challenges, or achieve specific professional goals, coaching could be the transformative step you need. We offer an initial consultation to help you decide.

At Arcadia Coaching, we understand that every individual’s journey is unique, and sometimes challenges extend beyond executive or leadership development. Life is complicated and if we identify that your needs are better suited to a different type of support, we will be honest with you.  

Over the years, we have built a network of impressive specialist coaches - with specialisms such as ADHD coaching, health coaching, or grief coaching - and we are always happy to refer clients to trusted specialists in those areas. Our goal is to ensure you receive the most effective support for your personal and professional growth.

Please see our testimonials page on Arcadia Search® whilst we are building testimonials on this page.

If you are considering exploring coaching and would like to speak to us and hear some bespoke testimonials from current live clients, please get in touch.