There are several definitions of coaching, each of which provides additional insight.
At Cadran, we consider coaching to be the art of supporting a group or individual in expanding their awareness and range of actions.
Individual coaching takes the form of private meetings between the coach and the coachee, either face-to-face, via video or audio.
Group coaching takes the form of group workshops, sometimes divided into sub-groups, led by one or more coaches. A distinction is made between group coaching, which brings together people from different backgrounds, and team coaching, which brings together members of a group united by a common goal.
Organizational coaching is a combination of group and individual coaching aimed at having a broad and lasting impact on several levels of the organization.
Training is a one-way transfer of knowledge or expertise from the trainer to the trainee.
Coaching is a partnership that combines the expertise of the coachee (regarding their situation and profession) with the expertise of the coach (regarding processes that promote greater awareness and action).
In consulting, the consultant provides advice. They believe they know the right answer to the situation because they are experts in their field.
In coaching, the coach does not give advice. They may make suggestions, but without presenting them as advice, because they want the client to make the decision that is best for them. The coach helps the coachee become aware of their own obstacles and helps them to overcome their indecision and take action.
There are four types of individual coaching.
– Personal coaching: when the objective involves only the coachee (motivation, stress management, time and priority management, etc.)
– Relationship coaching: when the objective is to establish or restore a healthy and trusting relationship with someone else
– Interpersonal coaching: when the objective is to establish or restore group dynamics and involves issues such as inspirational leadership, charisma, and conflict management between different people
– Strategic coaching: when the objective is to have a clear vision and make calm decisions when faced with strategic issues within the organization that fall under the coachee’s responsibility.
Several studies have calculated the average return on investment for coaching. In the case of executive coaching as practiced by Cadran, the return on investment is between 500% and 700% (see study McGovern et al., 2001).
The coach does not commit to the outcome, as this is the responsibility of the coachee, who is ultimately the one who implements the means to achieve success, as identified during the coaching.
For their part, coaches are bound by a strict code of ethics to support their clients in identifying and implementing the means to achieve success.
The quality of coaching is based on two criteria:
– the professionalism of the coach, which you can verify through the quality of their training and testimonials from former clients,
– the trust that the coach inspires in you, as this trust is one of the keys to the success of your coaching.
Cadran coaches are committed to maintaining strict confidentiality regarding the content of sessions.
Unless the coachee publicly discloses that they have engaged Cadran for coaching (in particular through testimonials on social media or on our website), we will keep their name confidential and only mention the company they work for in our references. When several coaches from the Cadran team are involved in a project, information may be exchanged between the coaches concerned, as confidentiality applies outside the group of coaches involved.
Only the commercial data of our coachees is retained by Cadran (surname, first name, email address, company, type of contract) in order to be able to follow up with former clients. Each coach may be required to take notes on the content of exchanges with the coachee. This data is stored either in handwritten form or in encrypted form on the coach’s computer.
In the event that a user completes surveys, tests or quizzes hosted on the cadran.pro website, all data recorded is stored on our servers and accessible only to authorized persons, always under confidentiality.
Unused individual coaching sessions will be refunded in full.
Group and organizational coaching sessions canceled before they begin will be billed at 50% for preparation. If they are interrupted during the session, the unused portion will be refunded at a rate of 50% of the remaining amount.
For online payments from our website, you can choose between PayPal and Stripe, depending on the type of service. If you wish to pay by credit card or bank transfer, we will provide you with a payment link or the relevant bank details upon request.
A coaching cycle generally lasts between three months and one year, depending on the topics selected. Some coaching programs, such as onboarding coaching, last 18 months.
At the end of each session, you and your coach will set the date for the next one.
The first few sessions are usually more frequent (for example, weekly or fortnightly), then regular (often monthly), and the last ones are more spaced out (every 2 or 3 months) in order to gradually support your autonomy.
The structure of a session is not set in stone. It may vary depending on the topic being addressed and your progress in the coaching program.
Often, the session will begin with a review of what you have accomplished since the previous session, then delve deeper into a topic, and conclude with the development of an action plan.
The complete coaching cycle often has the following structure. The first session consists of refining your objective and the indicators of success. The last session aims to take stock of the progress made and define the path to follow without the coach. All the sessions in between consist of taking steps towards your objective.
The role of a Cadran agent, like that of an artist or sports agent, is to represent Cadran coaches in all situations except during coaching sessions. Their mission is broad. It includes public relations, branding, identifying needs, developing and consolidating partnerships, promotion and engagement on social media and offline, supporting prospects, drafting and monitoring contracts, monitoring customer relations and satisfaction, and more.
Our agent can provide you with:
• detailed information about our approach, methodology, references, services, etc.
• advice on the coach best suited to your needs
• an appointment with a coach from our team.
Coaching is a discipline rich in hundreds of tools from a variety of disciplines. Among these tools, the best known is questioning aimed at opening your consciousness. The coach will not teach you these tools because your goal is not to become a coach. The art of coaching is choosing the tool or question that will have the most positive impact on you at a given moment on the path to your goal, and then choosing another one when the time is right. Ultimately, the coach uses the selection of tools and questions that is best suited to you.
The coach chooses questions that encourage you to reflect and open your mind.
With this in mind, the coach will ask very few factual questions to which you have easy answers. They will seek to guide you towards questions that you are less accustomed to and that will encourage you to explore outside your comfort zone.
There are several ways to meet your coach, either in person or remotely, before booking a session. Either the coach offers the option of booking a free consultation on their page, or you can contact our agent who will help you make an appointment to meet the coach.
All coaches in the Cadran team are unique. They have varied backgrounds, unique professional experiences, and diverse coaching training.
However, all coaches in the Cadran team are united by the fact that they are French, have significant international experience, have significant management experience, and are senior, qualified, and experienced coaches.
What’s more, they are united by their alignment with Cadran’s values and mission, which are summed up in our slogan, “More humanity in organizations…”
Are you a coach and want to join us? We’d love to hear from you. The conditions for joining us are as follows:
• be French
• have significant international experience
• have held management positions
• be a certified coach who is both senior and experienced.
What’s more, it is important to us that you feel aligned with our values and mission, which are summed up in the phrase “More humanity in organizations…”. If you would like to join our team, please contact our agent. They will be happy to discuss the details of a potential collaboration with you.
The Cadran team partners with numerous organizations listed on our “Partnerships and Affiliations” page (internal link). As we believe in the power of uniqueness and complementarity, we are always open to new partnerships. If you would like to propose a partnership, please contact our agent by making an appointment here. They will be happy to discuss the details with you.
The Cadran team is delighted to offer pro bono services to non-profit organizations, some of which are featured on our Pro Bono page. If you would like to propose a project, please contact our agent. He will be happy to discuss the details with you.
There is no limit to the number of participants in group coaching. Group coaching can bring together 100, 1,000, or even 10,000 people. However, as soon as the group exceeds 10 people, the session will include moments in a plenary session and other moments in sub-groups of 6-8 people.
We distinguish between two categories of collective: the team and the group.
The team is a collective united by a common goal, which can only be achieved through the commitment of each member, beyond the time spent on coaching.
The group is a collective that is united solely during the coaching period by an interest in a given topic.
Often, a team is made up of people from the same organization. A team can also bring together people from different organizations who are united by a common project through a partnership agreement or other arrangement. Conversely, a group often brings together people from different organizations or different departments within the same organization, who will have little or no interaction after the coaching.
Executive Committee coaching is a special type of team coaching. It involves supporting management during committee meetings to establish or restore mutual trust, open and effective communication, and improved decision-making.
The term “cascading” refers to the action of disseminating an approach adopted at a higher level to several levels of an organization. For example, after engaging in strategic thinking at its level, a Management Committee may wish to involve several other levels of the organization in this process. In this case, Cadran designs, organizes, and facilitates various coaching formats to achieve the desired level of participation. Depending on the situation and the number of people involved, Cadran will offer a range of formats, from full-group training to individual coaching, small group facilitation, or the creation of pairs, trios, or mentoring relationships.
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You? An executive in your company? One of your teams? You need to take up a challenge, make or implement a decision.
[I had the pleasure of working with Antoine for 1 year] where he accompanied me as I took up my new position.
I was impressed by the accuracy of his analysis of the issues I had to face.
His rich corporate background and international culture enabled him to quickly understand the human and organizational challenges of a business unit. His pragmatic approach quickly brought me concrete managerial solutions, while significantly improving my communication style.
I was also struck by his precision and attention to detail, without ever losing sight of his objectives.
Finally, his positive, cheerful personality and great listening skills make him a very pleasant expert to work with
Thomas Collette
General Manager - Hermès Faubourg Saint-Honoré Flagship
I have to admit that I was impressed by the way he instantly adapted to my needs. Without any specific preparation, he was able to question my intentions, take me forward in my thinking, and support me in the construction of my plans. All with great foresight and in a real atmosphere of trust. I sincerely recommend the CADRAN team
André-Marc Prudent
First Deputy Chairman of the Management Board - Rosbank
I've had several opportunities to call on Antoine's excellent services to run group and individual coaching sessions for my management teams. Each time, I've been extremely satisfied with the service provided. In group coaching, Antoine has the charisma and leadership to energize teams, in particular to develop their 4C skills: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Creativity. In particular, he enabled us to rethink our strategy and get everyone on board with a new "Shared Vision".
In individual coaching, Antoine creates an atmosphere of trust through his inspiring wisdom. His experience in international business and intercultural management make him an excellent Mentor or Independent Advisor. He has deftly adapted to each of my managers, helping them to grow in maturity and power.
Looking back on my many experiences with him, I can say that Antoine is one of the Top 5 International Executive Coaches!
I warmly recommend him to any organization wishing to develop its talents.
Emmanuel Quidet
Président - CCI France Russie
In my opinion, a coach is someone who has the qualities of a second father, who sees your talents straight away, who accompanies you and enables you to reveal yourself to yourself. In this sense, the CADRAN team offers real coaches, because mine succeeded in immediately creating an atmosphere of trust that enabled me to talk openly to him. His questions, both direct and respectful, helped me to reflect and become aware of certain aspects I didn't dare say to myself. Dial, thank you for our time together... !
Albert Grigoryan
Délégué Général d'Engie en Russie
Coaching is very useful, especially today when everyone is trying to position themselves in the face of change and refocus on what's essential, both in the professional and private spheres. After having benefited from it (many thanks to Cadran!), I can only recommend their professionalism, benevolence and efficiency! Thanks again for this constructive and positive exchange!
Irina Parisot
Founder at Business Club - Franco-Russian information platform "New horizons"
I'd like to congratulate my coach on the work we did together. He was able to challenge my principles and beliefs, which enabled us to move mountains that I had put in the way of my potential progress...
Sébastien Pillot
Managing Director - Faiveley Transport Russia
I'd never shared in such a structured way about my experience in Russia, what I'd gained from it and what I'd learned. My coach asked me the right questions and really helped me think things through
Frédérique Pechoux
Purchasing Director General Electric
I'd like to thank Cadran for this coaching, which came at just the right time. The coach helped me to question myself. And the coach gave me what I needed. I now feel recharged. I can't wait to implement everything I've talked about with him!
Guillaume Haushalter
General Manager SANOFI Pasteur (Russia & Belarus)
I was lucky enough to follow a professional coaching with a coach from the Cadran team. This coaching was very professional in its approach, while retaining a closeness and real sincerity. The coach was able to use different techniques to adapt to the different issues I was facing.
Jean-Luc Foucher-Créteau
Directeur Général, Palais des Thés
What's really astonishing is that through the questions he asked me, and without ever giving me advice, my coach from the Cadran team enabled me to find solutions within myself that were unconscious. Thanks to his experience and knowledge of the business, he was able to ask me judicious questions that opened up new avenues and facilitated my choices.
Jean-Luc Foucher-Créteau
Directeur Général, Palais des Thés
Cadran enabled me to delve deeper into a subject that was close to my heart. Together, we identified the problem and the solutions I can't wait to apply. I obviously understood that it was up to me to find a way out. I'm very grateful to the Cadran coaches for providing me with good methods and a better understanding
Yann Sotty
Founder of Welcome Abroad relocations - Owner of CARRE FRANCE
I was lucky enough to benefit from coaching with a member of the Cadran team. His ability to listen and adapt, his profound professional skills and his empathy were of enormous benefit to me. Thanks to my coach, I was able to learn and use the right tools, mobilize all available resources and create the conditions for success to manage a complicated professional transition at the age of 59.
Laurence Chardiny
General Manager, La Prairie
For me, a coaching session is like taking some "time for yourself", a moment of openness to your environment and yourself. Thanks to his background as a company director who had worked in several countries, my coach was able to ask me very pertinent questions in a very structured way. In my opinion, my coach was able to help me explore my issues in depth, while respecting me as a person. His approach to coaching is like an "inside look"...
Laurence Chardiny
General Manager, La Prairie
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