Thrive Together
One on One Coaching
We all face challenges in life in the field; whether it’s navigating transitions, learning a language, raising support, managing long-distance relationships, adjusting to new roles, or thriving cross-culturally.
Having guidance and support from a coach can make a meaningful difference.
With the right help, we don’t just survive these challenges; we learn to thrive and emerge stronger.
Take the step today to grow personally or professionally in a confidential environment with a skilled coach.
Thrive Together is freely available to all missionaries. You do not need to be a member of Talent Trust to benefit from this service.
Feeling lost, confused, and overwhelmed by so many changes. These are common emotions expressed by cross-cultural missionaries.
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Language learning takes intentional time and practice. Missionaries often spend several years trying to learn how to communicate in a new context.
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A 2003 study conducted with 592 mission agencies representing more than 38,700 missionaries reveals that the single greatest reason most missionaries don’t remain on the field is because they aren’t able to sustain their support.
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Despite the availability of online tools, maintaining meaningful long-distance family relationships is an ever-present challenge.
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Whether you have pushed to gain a position of leadership or leadership has been thrust upon you, we all can be better leaders. Leadership is both a skill and an art. Working with a coach this leadership group will look at each individual’s situation, and look at how to lead well where you are.
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Reverse culture shock occurs when you return home after years of service in a different culture. The culture shock of returning home can often be more challenging than the culture shock of moving to an unfamiliar culture.
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Trying to navigate life in a new context where nothing is familiar and simple can be mentally exhausting. There are many challenges associated with living in a cross-cultural context. So many new tastes, sounds, and smells can become overwhelming. As an outsider, it can be a struggle to know whom to trust and where you belong, which impacts your ability to develop meaningful friendships.
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Are you a homeschooling parent living cross-culturally? Join coach Amee as she helps you and 4-6 other moms/parents navigate the challenges of homeschooling your children.
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One on One Coaching
Coaching works because it brings out your best – what God put in! Specifically, this is what your coach will do during a coaching conversation:
- Listen. Your story is central. Coaches fully engage in what you are saying. They also listen to the Holy Spirit and encourage you to do the same.
- Ask questions. Coaches use questions to stimulate your thinking and creativity. Questions are about possibilities and the future.
- Encourage. Everyone needs encouragement, and usually we don’t get enough. Your coach will hold up your vision, your progress, and your efforts.
- Facilitate while letting you lead. Coaches facilitate your learning and problem-solving. Yet, they are never fully leading – you are, with your agenda and your approach.
Examples that motivate people to use a coach:
- To make significant changes
- To better deal with uncertainty
- To make better decisions
- To reach goals faster
- To improve relationships
- To become a better leader
- To reduce stress
- To address transitions in location and calling
Kevin Stebbings works as Talent Trust’s Head of Coaching leading Thrive Together. Kevin Stebbings is passionate about helping others transform their lives. He is a graduate of the International Coach Academy in Melbourne and a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coach Federation. He is the author of the book, “What Do You Really, Really Want?”
Thrive Together is Free
We help missionaries be their best.
We believe the challenges of missions life can limit the impact of a global worker’s ministry. We provide missionaries with the resources to stay physically, mentally and financially healthy, so they can thrive as long as needed in their calling.