What does a good coach do?

They recognise that everyone is capable of achievement.
They know listening is more important than talking.
They help people see where they limit themselves through beliefs about what is possible.
They know that a person's past is no indication of their future.
They are 100% supportive.
They are not critical in any negative sense.
They always provide 100% confidentiality.
They provide a neutral, non-judgemental and safe environment.