FAQs

  • No. A Strengths Coach is not the same as a Counsellor.

    Both areas use techniques and tools that are research and evidence-based, and grounded in Positive Psychology, however they are not the same.

    A Strength Coach helps people identify and use their strengths and talents to accomplish personal or professional goals. They empower people to develop their strengths, increase self-awareness, and create action plans.

    Counsellors are trained to support people experiencing psychological illness, distress, or dysfunction. They often employ psychotherapy methods and explore the past to help understand the present.

  • Yes. The CliftonStrengths assessment is a tool that allows us to easily identify your greatest talents, it serves as a brilliant starting point for each coaching session, but remember, it is not intended to define you. You define you.

    All strengths assessments, and accompanying reports, are developed and supplied by the Gallup Organization.

    You have the option of purchasing a Top 5 ($35 NZD) or Full 34 ($105 NZD) assessment. Either head straight to the Gallup website or contact Well By Design for a redeem-code.

  • The best coaching option is the one that helps you achieve meaningful goals, feels like a good fit, and empowers you to live your life well. Thinking about the following questions might help when deciding on the best coaching option:

    • what do I want from coaching?

    • do I have specific things I want to focus on?

    • what’s important to me at the moment?

    • what am I looking for in a coach?

    • what level of support would be best for me?

    • what is my budget and availability?

    • will others be involved? My partner? Team? Whānau? If so, what do I need to consider?

    If you would you like more information, book in for a free 15-minute introduction session.

  • Coaching sessions are tailored to suit you.

    One-on-one sessions are all about celebrating who you are and uncovering the power of your unique talents. During the 60 - 90 minutes we explore:

    • what you love to do, what energises you, what you bring to your workplace/school and those around you

    • what resonates most about your identified talents

    • how your talents show up in different situations and influence one another

    • how to develop your talents into strengths that are good for you, and good for others

    • how your talents can help you achieve a particular goal, or work toward a specific focus.

  • In-person sessions take place at a time and place we agree will be conducive to great conversation - at home, in the office, along the beach, or in a quiet cafe!

    If you prefer to meet remotely, there is the option of video calling or zoom sessions.

  • There are a range of coaching options available which are based on what you’d like to get from the sessions, the reports you have available, and the level of support you’d like to receive.

    Top 5 Essentials packages start from $185 NZD and Advanced Coaching packages start from $350 NZD, however there is opportunity to develop packages that suit you and your specific needs.

  • The CliftonStrengths assessment is designed for individuals aged 15 years and over. This online assessment takes about 45 minutes and identifies 34 themes of talent. You have the option of discovering your ‘Top 5’ or unlocking your full ‘CliftonStrengths 34’.

    CliftonStrengths https://store.gallup.com/c/en-au/1/cliftonstrengths

  • The Clifton StrengthsExplorer is designed to help with encouraging and nurturing 10 - 14 year olds reach their fullest potential. This online assessment takes about 15-20 minutes and identifies each students Top 3 themes.

    Well By Design uses this tool as a platform when supporting students and/or parents.

    www.strengths-explorer.com