Coaching works exceptionally well — but only for people who are genuinely ready to do the work. Unlike therapy, which often focuses on healing the past, coaching is fundamentally forward-looking: you need clarity on where you want to go, willingness to be challenged, and enough stability to take action between sessions. Without those three, even the best coach in the world produces disappointing results.
Signs you're ready for coaching right now: You have a specific goal or challenge you want to address (not just a vague sense of being stuck). You're willing to be honest about what isn't working. You have 30–60 minutes per week to dedicate to sessions and follow-through. You're not in acute crisis — coaching is growth-focused, not crisis support. And critically, you believe change is possible for you.
Common myths that hold people back: "I need to have my life together before I hire a coach" (wrong — coaches work with people in transition). "Coaching is just for executives" (wrong — it's for anyone with a growth goal). "I can figure this out on my own" (possible, but coaching compresses timelines dramatically — most clients move 3–5× faster than they would alone).
What type of coach you need depends entirely on your goal. Life coaches help with direction, purpose, and personal growth. Career coaches tackle job transitions, promotions, and income goals. Executive coaches work with leaders on strategy, influence, and performance. Health coaches address habit change and wellbeing. Picking the wrong type is the most common reason coaching doesn't deliver.
The assessment below uses 10 calibrated questions to generate your readiness score (0–100), identify the coaching type best matched to your situation, and give you a realistic picture of what to expect — including investment range and what to look for in your first coach.
10 quick questions to find out if now is the right time — and what kind of coach would actually help you.
Describe your situation in your own words — no forms required.