Comments on: What Sort Of Coach Do You Need Today?

By: Евстафий

Евстафий — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:45:53 +0000

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By: Marya Miller

Marya Miller — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 18:11:31 +0000

I do miles better with positive reinforcement rather than negative. Having got nothing but negative as a child – to the point where I was deliberately put in impossible situations, so I could be berated and ridiculed – “Jillians” tend to intimidate me into instantly losing any small shreds of confidence.

But you're right, Kelly – Jillians really can help you break out of your “comfort zone” – which in my experience is usually what holds you back.

One thing I do know for sure: Actually HAVING a coach is *essential* – especially if you have been trying to do things yourself but find yourself “stuck” at some level.

Right now I've got the best of both worlds – my current coach is a wonderful mix of Bob and Jillian, and it's really working for me.

By: Kelly Mccausey

Kelly Mccausey — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:07:35 +0000

I've been there! Spanked!

By: Kelly Mccausey

Kelly Mccausey — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:07:17 +0000

When a 'Jillian' comes at my strong, I can get stubborn and really resist what she's saying. But usually with a little time, I come around.

By: texaspawprints

texaspawprints — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:12:20 +0000

I definitely agree. I remember once when a very encouraging mentor of mine suddenly showed her firm side and flat out told me I was being negative about something. I was shocked. I never would have seen it that way if someone hadn't pointed it out to me. We do need mentors who can show us the error of our ways as well as those who just love and encourage us for our efforts. Sometimes, this can be one and the same person.

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By: tishialee

tishialee — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:01:08 +0000

Great post! It really made me stop and think about what type of coach I need. And I definitely think with my melancholy personality that a 'Jillian' can sometimes have a negative effect on how I respond to them. But at the same time I also know that because of my personality oftentimes a 'Jillian', in your face butt kickin kind of coach is the one that will get me off my duff and into action! But there are definitely those times that I need a softer sided 'Bob' to encourage me.