Becoming a Parent Coach

Becoming a Coach to your child

When you decide to become a coach to your teenager, things will change for the better.

Three things are important in becoming a parent-coach:

1. Know yourself

2. Practice the qualities of a coach on a daily basis

3. Be there.

1st = KNOW YOURSELF

Take time to examine your own life first

Walk the talk.

2nd = QUALITIES OF A COACH

Set STANDARDS that define your expectations

Do your standards meet your expectations?

Be FLEXIBLE and creative on how you uphold those standards

“Go with the Flow” teenagers change on a daily basis and you need to be ready for anything!

Have PATIENCE and remember the big picture

Have patience with yourself through this process and with those around you.

Be CONSISTENT on all levels

Are your actions and words consistent?

Are you available on a consistent basis?

3rd = BE THERE

Teenagers need more parent time, NOT less

Teens need to know that parents are home and that they are there for them.