Você está treinando um executivo sênior lutando com o equilíbrio entre vida profissional e pessoal. Como você pode guiá-los para a harmonia?

We often feel overwhelmed without understand the control we have in how we got there. Help your coachee understand from the outside in what their ideal scenario is. Ask about their calendar, recurring meetings, should they really be in all meetings? By unearthing what is challenging the harmony, you can help your coachee to prioritize where they spend their time, and set boundaries around non-negotiables (like eliminating back to back meetings and modeling this for others which shows empathy in leadership.)

Interestingly enough, if something is in place - this is the priority. If there is lack of work-life balance, then this is the desired state. Have a conversation with your client on why it is “beneficial” for them to stay busy, overwork and keep burning out. Imagine with them this IS their desired state. Why is it so?

Trying to create a balance is like trying to chop up the executive into pieces fitted into boxes as equally as possible. This is futile. What works is bringing the executive's attention to what really matters to them. The coach must remind them to care for their health so clients can perform well and enjoy the fruit of their labor. Let the client own what is important to them, and help them think and commit to what's important. This is the key to helping people create harmony and balance in their work and personal lives. Trying to create it directly will almost always fail.

Balance is acquired through the choices we make in our lives. Saying no to certain things enables us to say yes to others. This conscious decision-making is fundamental to achieving a harmonious and fulfilling life. When coaching someone around balance, it’s essential to explore their definition of balance as well as their values, which act as a compass to guide their choices. Understanding what balance means to them and identifying their core values helps in defining approach to achieving equilibrium. This process involves recognizing priorities, setting boundaries, and making deliberate choices that align with their goals and values.

Coaching around boundaries is essential! No boundaries, no balance. Without clear limits, it becomes challenging to manage time, energy, and resources effectively. Boundaries help protect our well-being and allow us to prioritize what truly matters, ensuring we have the necessary space to nurture relationships, pursue personal interests, and achieve professional goals. In essence, boundaries create a framework within which we can operate more efficiently and harmoniously. By setting and respecting boundaries, we cultivate a balanced life that supports our mental, emotional, and physical health. Without them, we risk spreading ourselves too thin, losing focus, and ultimately compromising our overall quality of life.

A client shared something powerful with me the other day: throwing someone in the deep end equals empowering them! Wow – what a perspective! And here’s a real gem: you cannot throw someone in the deep end without trusting them. It all starts with trust! You cannot delegate if you don’t trust two things: those you’re delegating to and yourself to let go! So, coaching around how to delegate effectively is essentially the conversation around trust.

Flexibility isn't just about accommodating schedules; it's about aligning your work with your “Spiritual Values”. Spiritual Intelligence can guide you to understand that true balance comes from inner harmony. Consider reflecting on what truly matters to you, beyond professional success. Sometimes, the most significant shifts happen within, and recognizing that can lead to a more profound sense of fulfillment.

Explore what it is that you need to manage your energy best! Use coaching to find these answers! Recharging regularly is important for maintaining peak performance and overall well-being. Through coaching, you can gain insights into your personal energy drivers and drainers, helping you to identify strategies that work specifically for you. This might involve discovering optimal work-life balance, incorporating regular breaks, setting boundaries, or finding activities that rejuvenate you. By understanding and implementing these energy management techniques, you can enhance your productivity, reduce stress, and improve your quality of life. Regularly recharging ensures you stay capable of handling the demands of your work and life.

Understand your energy, what feeds it, and what depletes it. Also, get clear about what balance means to you. Balance is not universal. It's very personal. Strive for YOUR balance and adjust along the way as needed.

Balancing work and life is not just about logistics but also about nurturing the “Spirit”. Reflecting on our “Spiritual Needs”, we can find deeper fulfillment. Spiritual Intelligence helps us connect with our core values, guiding us to prioritize what truly matters. By aligning our professional aspirations with our personal growth, we achieve a more harmonious existence. This “Holistic” approach ensures that adjustments are not just practical but also Spiritually Enriching, leading to a life imbued with purpose and joy.

As a coach I, essentially do 2 things in such a scenario 1. Establish/Re-iterate the big picture for the senior executive, which is all about building a balanced approach to life, including both the personal and professional aspects. 2. Run the "Wheel of Life" exercise with the senior executive to help them get a holistic understanding of the different areas of life. This also highlights the interconnectedness of the identified areas and then help the client to figure out the neglected areas, that may be leading to disharmony in life. For me, as a coach, the key objective behind doing this exercise with the client is to help the client prioritize their focus/ attention on the areas that are impacting their work-life balance the most.