A coach is an external set of eyes and ears, and one who observes, listens, critiques and gives you feedback on ways to improve. Often, you are too close to the problem to see it objectively, or you cannot understand what you are doing wrong. This is where having a coach’s perspective can be particularly rewarding. A coach breaks down your activities into smaller fragments and examines them with great detail. This helps you find new ways for you to approach the activity.

When you start something new, you notice that you learn a lot initially. But as you get regular at it and set into a routine, the learning and growth deteriorate and come to a halt. If you are looking to improve, the fresh perspective and expertise of a coach can be of great help to you. A coach can identify toxic habits and patterns that may have been overlooked by you, help you break them, and learn from the journey. The difference between a good performer and a great performer is in realising one’s true potential, and one can become the latter with a good coach by their side.