Mentor-Coaches! People who help other people conquer their fears, realize their potential
and preform their best so they can reach their goals.

Now, with the new Mentor/Coach Program of the NWPC'S Marin Chapter, the benefits
and rewards of having your own Mentor/Coach are within your reach.
Maybe it's when you have an opportunity to take on a big, new challenge. Maybe it's when
everyone says you should run for office. Maybe it's when you have volunteers lined up who
want to campaign for you. Maybe it's the first time you realize that you have to raise
money.You should be all set, but something just doesn't feel right.

The answers to the following may be all you need to make the decision to make the
commitment. Ask yourself
1. Have I procrastinated or practiced negative self talk about my chances in politics?
2. Am I unsure about making a real contribution to an appointed or political office?
3. Even though I know I can make a contribution, am I unknowing, confused or
intimidated by the political process?
4. Do I know all my strengths, talents and aptitudes?
5. Do I dread public speaking especially "ad libbing"?
6. Am I shy or uneasy about promoting myself & discussing my qualifications?
7. Do I know what motivates and what doesn't motivate me?
8. Do others continually take the credit for my work & ideas?
9. When am I recognized, do I downplay my contributions, even to myself?
10. Do I have trouble standing up to people with whom I strongly disagree?
11. Do I constantly put everyone else's needs ahead of my own?
12. Do I have dreams (not just political) I haven't fulfilled?
13. Do I give up too soon or allow obstacles to stop me from reaching my goals?
14. Do I keep making the same life-choice mistakes?
15. Do I truly want to turn my dreams into reachable goals?
16. Would I have trouble asking strangers for support?
17. Would I have trouble asking them for money contributions?
18. Do I take rejection personally?
19. Am I afraid of failure?
20. Am I afraid of success?

If you answered "Yes!" to more than 2 of the above, it's time for a coach