COACH-OLOGY: Your Guide to Different Coaching Types and Styles
Posted on July 08, 2025 by Kole Finley, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.
Struggling with goals, burnout, or big transitions? Discover the coaching path that fits your needs and gets you real results.
COACH-OLOGY: Your Guide to Different Coaching Types and Styles
By Kole Finley, Finley Coaching and Consulting
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin with coaching? This guide breaks down the most common coaching types and styles—and how they can help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and results.
LIFE COACHING
Life coaching is like having a personal cheerleader and guide rolled into one. It helps you move past fear, get focused, and build a life that feels like yours again.
▪️ Clarify what you truly want
▪️ Overcome fear, doubt, and self-sabotage
▪️ Build habits that support fulfillment
▪️ Create more balance and joy in daily life
Client Story:
“I started private coaching with Kole about a year ago. I’ve struggled my whole life with self-confidence. She has led me on a path that brought out a version of myself I can be proud of.”
BUSINESS COACHING
Running or starting a business can feel overwhelming. Business coaching gives you the strategy, structure, and support to grow with confidence.
▪️ Set and achieve powerful business goals
▪️ Build systems that actually work
▪️ Improve leadership and decision-making
▪️ Drive sustainable business growth
Client Story:
“Kole has been instrumental in our company’s expansion. Her insights helped me lead with clarity and confidence.”
CAREER COACHING
If your job search feels stalled or your career feels misaligned, career coaching can help you reset, re-strategize, and take powerful next steps.
▪️ Navigate career changes or promotions
▪️ Build a standout resume and interview strategy
▪️ Gain clarity around your next move
▪️ Increase confidence and job satisfaction
Client Story:
“Kole helped me transition from HR Manager to Director. I not only stepped up—I discovered my own potential to succeed.”
EXECUTIVE COACHING
Leadership can feel lonely. Executive coaching helps you lead with greater impact—while staying true to yourself.
▪️ Strengthen leadership presence and clarity
▪️ Communicate and delegate with confidence
▪️ Build strong, aligned teams
▪️ Lead without burning out
Client Story:
“Kole helped us expand into two new markets and supported our new leaders through growth. Her guidance has been invaluable.”
COACHING STYLES I USE
Everyone grows differently. I adapt my coaching style to fit your needs and goals.
▪️ Directive – Clear guidance and action steps
▪️ Non-directive – Empowering your own insights
▪️ Supportive – Encouragement and strength-based
▪️ Challenging – Accountability and growth
▪️ Holistic – Coaching the whole person
▪️ Transformational – Mindset and identity shifts
▪️ Solution-Focused – Goal-driven, fast results
▪️ Performance – Leveling up specific skills
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT COACH
▪️ Identify your top goals
▪️ Look for credentials (I hold PCC and CPIC certifications)
▪️ Read testimonials
▪️ Book a consultation and trust your gut
