Kirk McCarley
Career and leadership coach in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
| Rate | $195 to $220 per hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Professionals, Executives and Managers |
| Also coaches | Executive coach and Life coach |
| Based in | Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United States |
| Credentials | Professional Certified Coach (PCC); Professional in Human Resources (PHR); SHRM-CP; Certified Spin Instructor; Center for Coaching Certification |
Kirk McCarley is a career, executive and leadership coach in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. He helps high potential people move ahead in their careers and helps leaders build their capacity. He spent over 37 years as a Human Resources Executive in public and private organizations. He has special experience with clients from government and media. He also works as a production assistant for ESPN college football and basketball games.
What Kirk helps with
Kirk works with people who want to advance in their careers and leaders who want to grow their capacity. He also helps clients build confidence and find direction.
- Advancing in a career
- Growing capacity in a leadership role
- Finding a new direction
- Building self-confidence
- Finding personal and professional passions
- Identifying a calling and setting a vision
- Turning obstacles into opportunities
- Making a plan and acting on it
Who Kirk works with
Kirk works with high potential people who want to move ahead in their careers. He also works with people already in leadership roles who want to build their capacity. He has specific experience with clients who have worked in government and media.
How Kirk works
Kirk uses a four step method called the 4 A's: Aspire, Assess, Affirm, Act. The client first names the direction they want to find. Next they look at where they are now, how they want things to change, and what talents and resources they have. Then Kirk helps build a plan that fits the client's best strengths and sets a strategy for reaching goals. Last, he coaches the client to carry out that strategy.
Background and qualifications
Kirk has over 37 years of experience as a Human Resources Executive in both public and private sector settings. He is a Professional Certified Coach and holds the PHR and SHRM-CP human resources certifications. He is also a Certified Spin Instructor and holds a certification from the Center for Coaching Certification. Outside coaching, he works as a production assistant for ESPN college football and basketball, leads group cycling classes, and writes a column for his local paper.
Kirk McCarley pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one coaching
- Free consultation
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The CoachVouch take
Kirk brings over 37 years as a Human Resources Executive to his coaching, with added experience serving clients from government and media.
Best for high potential professionals and current leaders who want career advancement or more leadership capacity.
Kirk's rate sits above the range most career coaches charge ($82 to $185 an hour).
Common questions
How much does Kirk McCarley charge?
Kirk McCarley's rate is $195 to $220 per hour.
What does Kirk McCarley help with?
Kirk McCarley helps with advancing in a career, growing capacity in a leadership role, finding a new direction and building self-confidence.
Is Kirk McCarley certified?
Kirk McCarley lists: Professional Certified Coach (PCC); Professional in Human Resources (PHR); SHRM-CP; Certified Spin Instructor; Center for Coaching Certification.
Does Kirk McCarley work with people from government or media?
Yes. Kirk has specific experience with clients who have worked in government and media.
What method does Kirk McCarley use in coaching?
Kirk uses the 4 A's: Aspire, Assess, Affirm, Act. It moves the client from finding a direction to carrying out a plan.
How do I contact Kirk McCarley?
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