«A coach is someone who tells you what you don't want to hear, who has you see what you don't want to see, so you can be who you have always known you could be.»
«Each person holds so much power within themselves that needs to be let out. Sometimes they just need a little nudge, a little direction, a little support, a little coaching, and the greatest things can happen.»
In the following FAQs we answer the most common questions about Purpose Coaching, Gallup CliftonStrengths®, Profilingvalues, coaching duration, investment and online vs. on-site sessions in Bern, Zurich and across Switzerland. PurposeCoach® has supported more than 750 individuals, leaders and teams across Switzerland and Europe – since 2014, certified as a Gallup CliftonStrengths® coach and Profilingvalues partner. If your question is not answered here, book the free 30-minute consultation – we take time to clarify your concern, the right format and your next step personally.
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Personal development coaching is a structured process that helps you clarify and reach personal and professional goals. At PurposeCoach® we work strengths-based with Gallup CliftonStrengths® and Profilingvalues – scientifically grounded, not just gut feeling. Unlike consulting or mentoring, a coach doesn't hand you answers; instead they make your own resources visible.
Personal development coaching is a structured process that helps you clarify and reach personal and professional goals. At PurposeCoach® we work strengths-based with Gallup CliftonStrengths® and Profilingvalues – scientifically grounded, not just gut feeling. Unlike consulting or mentoring, a coach doesn't hand you answers; instead they make your own resources visible.
Coaching is solution- and future-focused – designed for healthy people seeking clarity, growth or change. Psychotherapy treats mental health conditions and often works with the past. For acute symptoms like depression or burnout we recommend parallel medical care – coaching does not replace therapy.
Coaching is solution- and future-focused – designed for healthy people seeking clarity, growth or change. Psychotherapy treats mental health conditions and often works with the past. For acute symptoms like depression or burnout we recommend parallel medical care – coaching does not replace therapy.
Typical outcomes after 4–6 sessions: clarity on your top talents and values, a grounded decision on your next career step, stronger self-confidence and concrete routines for daily life and leadership. Gallup research shows people who use their strengths daily are 6× more engaged and 3× more satisfied at work.
Typical outcomes after 4–6 sessions: clarity on your top talents and values, a grounded decision on your next career step, stronger self-confidence and concrete routines for daily life and leadership. Gallup research shows people who use their strengths daily are 6× more engaged and 3× more satisfied at work.
A 1:1 Strengths Breakthrough Coaching (SBC) typically includes 4 to 6 sessions of 60–90 minutes over about 90 days. A single session can give quick clarity; deeper change processes benefit from 6 months of support. You decide on depth and pace.
A 1:1 Strengths Breakthrough Coaching (SBC) typically includes 4 to 6 sessions of 60–90 minutes over about 90 days. A single session can give quick clarity; deeper change processes benefit from 6 months of support. You decide on depth and pace.
A CliftonStrengths® assessment with debrief starts at CHF 62, the SBT online course at CHF 697, and a full 1:1 SBC package ranges from CHF 1,490 to CHF 3,500 – depending on scope. In your free 30-min consultation you receive a transparent, tailored offer.
A CliftonStrengths® assessment with debrief starts at CHF 62, the SBT online course at CHF 697, and a full 1:1 SBC package ranges from CHF 1,490 to CHF 3,500 – depending on scope. In your free 30-min consultation you receive a transparent, tailored offer.
Look for accredited coaching training (e.g. ICF), scientifically validated tools (Gallup CliftonStrengths®, Profilingvalues) and verified client testimonials. PurposeCoach® is a certified Gallup Strengths Coach and Profilingvalues consultant with over 750 clients across Switzerland and Europe.
Look for accredited coaching training (e.g. ICF), scientifically validated tools (Gallup CliftonStrengths®, Profilingvalues) and verified client testimonials. PurposeCoach® is a certified Gallup Strengths Coach and Profilingvalues consultant with over 750 clients across Switzerland and Europe.
We open with a check-in on your current situation, go deep with focused questions, exercises and reflections around your strengths and values – and close with concrete next steps for the week ahead. After each session you receive a short summary with your key insights.
We open with a check-in on your current situation, go deep with focused questions, exercises and reflections around your strengths and values – and close with concrete next steps for the week ahead. After each session you receive a short summary with your key insights.
Yes. Over 70% of our sessions run online via Zoom – flexible from anywhere in Switzerland and Europe, often in the evening alongside your job. On-site coaching in Bern (Seftigenstrasse 302, Wabern) is ideal for intensive half-day sessions or team workshops. Impact studies show comparable results.
Yes. Over 70% of our sessions run online via Zoom – flexible from anywhere in Switzerland and Europe, often in the evening alongside your job. On-site coaching in Bern (Seftigenstrasse 302, Wabern) is ideal for intensive half-day sessions or team workshops. Impact studies show comparable results.
Book a free 30-minute initial consultation – non-binding and confidential. We clarify your goals, check the chemistry and you'll see whether our strengths-based approach fits you. If it doesn't, we're happy to refer you to other certified colleagues in our Swiss network.
Book a free 30-minute initial consultation – non-binding and confidential. We clarify your goals, check the chemistry and you'll see whether our strengths-based approach fits you. If it doesn't, we're happy to refer you to other certified colleagues in our Swiss network.
In session one we define measurable goals (e.g. career decision, energy level, team satisfaction) and use before/after self-assessments on a 1–10 scale. Your CliftonStrengths® profile remains your personal reference – we check after 90 days what has concretely changed in your daily life.
In session one we define measurable goals (e.g. career decision, energy level, team satisfaction) and use before/after self-assessments on a 1–10 scale. Your CliftonStrengths® profile remains your personal reference – we check after 90 days what has concretely changed in your daily life.
