What exactly is ‘Communication Coaching”?

Communication coaching is a relatively new term.  It combines the needs-assessment, goal-setting strategies, motivation and confidence-building of Life coaching with the communicative approach of corporate and classroom training to improve your interpersonal and professional communication skill-set.  The term ‘Communication coaching’ covers one-to-one coaching and group interactive workshops.  Follow this link to download a free report on this new field:  http://www.lulu.com/content/1123528

Does it work?  How do I know?

Yes it really works…and quickly!  You will know right from the first assessment or first coaching session that you are getting the apex of current communication training theories and concepts, explained to you in a simplified, easy-to-use formula.  As a coach and trainer we take the pool of communication training information and funnel it into these formulas, and we then run interactive exercises to allow you to incorporate the communication skills into your daily personal and professional life.  We specialize in tailoring the sessions to your individual or corporate needs.

Who hires a Communication Coach/Trainer?  Is it for non-native English speakers only?

It is for anyone who wishes to dramatically increase their communication skills to the top 10% of the world’s most successful people.  Many of our clients are people who use ESL (English as a Second Language) like immigrants, ESL students and overseas companies.  Our coaches are certified TESL teachers with over 10 years teaching here and abroad.  However there are many native English speakers who hire us to improve their interpersonal and professional communications.  We have been hired by lawyers, social workers, entrepreneurs, government workers, directors, managers, accountants, engineers, I.T. consultants, personal trainers and other coaches!  (Take a look at our clients & comments page to see some companies and organizations that have hired us.)

What are the benefits for a person or company hiring a coach?

The individual gains competence and confidence in communicating with anyone, anytime, and in any situation.  This is because the skill-set taught is transferable from the streets to the office.  Everyone can benefit from enhanced communication skills!  (For a more detailed description of benefits, please visit this page.)

Where does the company name ‘3V Communications’ come from?

It is explained on The '3V' Philosophy page.

Where does coaching take place?

We are outsourced consultants.  Therefore the coaching or training takes place at your choice of venue, whether that is your place of business or even residence.  Some programs can be run in an informal setting like a large coffee shop as well.  However 3V Communications does organize and run public workshops and training courses which all are welcome to attend.

Alternatively some people wish to be coached via phone or Skype, as they are not in the Toronto area, or are not interested in face-to-face coaching.  Phone coaching is also available as an add-on to face-to-face coaching.

How long do I need to be coached for?

We need to do an assessment first, naturally, to find out where you are, what you are in need of, what you want and within what time frame.  Generally speaking shorter, more intensive schedules work best initially, with regular monitoring follow-ups scheduled for later on.  Some people wish to just take an intensive 1 or 2 day workshop; others want to be coached over a few  months.  We will find a weekly/monthly schedule, according to your needs.  Generally speaking you should either be doing an intensive workshop or signing on for at least 10 sessions to get the full benefit of coaching, so you can integrate the concepts and have a chance to discuss progress regularly.  The average starting program is 12 hours in total. 

What are the rates?

What courses do you offer? 

Most choose 'a la carte' to get a tailored coaching/training program.  Here is where to find popular subjects currently being offered:

Popular Programs & Menu

Public Workshops & Training Courses
 

Where can I find more communication resources?

There are organizations that can certify you as a life coach, NLP coach, HR professional, etc. however currently there are not many organizations that we know of that can certify you as a communication coach, or a similar title.  If you think you have the background and interest in being certified as a communication coach by 3V Communications, we do provide that service.  You will need to train under our system, learn our courses and philosophies etc. and be assessed.  At the end of training you will be certified and have a ton of material and knowledge that you can use to either work with us or completely independent of us.  The choice is yours.  Contact Ric Phillips if you are interested in becoming a Certified Communication Coach.