Internally, we have a number of roles you can turn to for coaching issues. Think of the @job coach, @reflect coach, @holacracy coach, @work organizer coach, and the @budget coach.
We understand that discussing your coaching issues with an external coach can also be pleasant. You can use your study budget for this. You can contact an external coach who already knows our organization a little.
We have two coaches you can choose from, these are Annemieke Verhoeff and Laurens Bloem. Annemiek Verhoeff, you might have met before during the connected workshops. Laurens Bloem has done several coaching programs with colleagues. We have a standing agreement on costs with them, so you don’t have to negotiate yourself 😊
So, in a workflow, to use your study budget on external coaching:
Define your question; it must be work-related
Consider internal coaching options
Consider the two preferred suppliers
Or find a qualified and registered professional, and negotiate yourself
An external coach: who are they?
Annemieke Verhoeff is an experienced HR advisor and coach within self-organization and she works naturally with equality and ownership. Maybe you already know her through the Connected Workshop or you met her during another project in our organization.
As a coach and mentor, she focuses on the development of both people and organizations, and she can help you with issues concerning personal effectiveness and leadership within the context of self-organization.
Annemieke is someone who looks along with you with an open mind, asks questions, validates, and helps you see where patterns, obstacles, and opportunities lie. Discover together where you can use your qualities and work on increasing your leadership, energy or resilience (mental and emotional fitness).
We have come to know her as a very pleasant person! It helps a lot that she understands Holacracy and our way of working. So there is no need for a long introduction to the work context and you can quickly get to the heart of your question.
What issues can she help you with?
- increasing personal development and leadership
- increasing autonomy and ownership
- clarifying your career direction
- increasing mental health
- learning to reflect
- increasing the impact and success of your roles
- dealing with change
- breaking through resistance & patterns
- working on resilience
- challenges in work pressure, planning
There are 2 options to choose from
Option 1: Coaching
This consists of 3 online coaching sessions of approximately 60 minutes each. Experience shows that a lot can be achieved in 3 conversations. The investment is 450 euro excl VAT.
Option 2. Mentor/Counselling
This consists of 1 online conversation. You get a neutral view on a complex challenge or tough issue. The investment is 175 euro excl VAT.
Good to know
- You can use the study budget, the normal procedure applies for this.
- Privacy is important. Nothing is shared with anyone in the organization.
- Sessions can be held in Dutch or English.
Ready to go?
Share your request for support via this registration form. Annemieke will then contact you for a first appointment. This can usually take place within 2 weeks.
Have you done the Gallup Strengthsfinder? Read it again before the appointment and share your report (all 34 strengths) with Annemieke.
Would you like to get acquainted first? Plan an appointment via Calendly. This is free of charge. In a video call, you can see if there is enough basis for cooperation.
Laurens is a experienced coach in the broadest sense of the word. He has been working with start up companies, sporters, corporate businesses, educational organisations. Before starting his own business In-Bloom he worked 14 years as a teacher sport & movement and did coaching and Project Development.
As a coach he always makes a coaching plan tailored to the needs of his client.
Laurens has 3 central questions:
- Who am I?
- What am I capable of, what are my talents
- What am I looking for, what do I want?
So what are you working towards together with Laurens:
- Setting goals
- prioritising
- self reflection
- positive mindset
- personal leadership
- getting results
- Most important: Grow as a person. He will coach you to the next step in your own growth.
Laurens firmly believes that there needs to be a ‘click’ between him and the person that he will coach towards their goals. If there is no ‘click’ he will not start the coaching sessions. Why? Cause if there is no ‘click’ finding the trust and being on the same level is very hard and would not give you the results he wishes for you to achieve. This is why he always does a free of charge intake session this mostly is done in person.
So what do I get regarding coaching
- 1 intake session free of charge: to make sure there is a ’click'. This will be in person, so he will meet you for example at the office
- 3 coaching sessions: these sessions take 1.5 hours on location
- The book he wrote about coaching. (you might have seen it at the office already)
For these sessions you can use your study budget. Total cost of this will be €1.500,- (do you have less budget since you don’t work fulltime? Reach out to the study stimulator to see what your options are).
Good to know
- You can use the study budget, the normal procedure applies for this.
- Privacy is important. Nothing is shared with anyone in the organization.
- Sessions can be held in Dutch or English
You can contact Laurens directly on his cellphone: 06-14891099. Do you want to read more visit his website
Criteria for choosing an alternative coach
At our company, we already offer two external coaches as preferred suppliers. If you still prefer to work with a different coach, it’s important to reflect carefully before committing to a coaching trajectory with someone outside of this list.
First, consider whether your question or need could be addressed by one of the in-house roles we already provide, such as a job coach, mentor, or value advisor. Second, ask yourself what it is you’re looking for in a coach and why one of the preferred suppliers may not be a good fit. You don’t need to convince anyone, but it’s wise to be critical and intentional in your choice.
Also, make sure that the person you’re considering is a qualified professional. Are they a certified coach or affiliated with a recognized body like NOLOC, or another official coaching registry?
Lastly, remember that your coaching question must always be work-related. Personal or private coaching cannot be reimbursed by the company under current policy and regulations.
In addition to these basic selection criteria for a coach, it’s essential to think about the overall value, flexibility in terms, and long-term relationship. Here are some key factors to consider when negotiating rates or conditions with a coach:
When negotiating coaching rates, consider the overall value rather than just the price. Check if the coach offers a fixed package or hourly rate, and whether payments can be made in installments. Compare prices to market standards and ensure the coach provides tailored services that justify their fees. You can ask for a trial conversation or a free introductory session. Ensure the coach can adjust sessions based on your needs and track progress. It might come at a higher rate if you're looking for specialized expertise, but it could be worth it. Discuss the possibility of follow-up sessions or adjustments if the desired results aren't met. Finally, remember to account for any extra costs like travel or materials.
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