Frequently asked questions
Direct answers about the work and what to expect.
Learn about coaching, the Five Degrees framework, Financial Focus, speaking, books, and the complimentary introduction.
What is personal-growth coaching?
It is a goal-oriented conversation focused on clarity, choices, habits, accountability, and personal or professional development.
Is coaching therapy?
No. Coaching is not psychotherapy, diagnosis, crisis support, medical care, or a substitute for a licensed mental-health professional.
How do the Five Degrees work?
Language, Focus, Physiology, Attitude, and Perspective continually influence one another. A small shift in one can change the next available choice.
What happens in the complimentary 20 minutes?
A 20-minute introductory conversation to discuss where you are, explore what you would like to work on, and see whether 5 Degrees coaching is the right fit. No preparation required.
Are virtual conversations available?
Yes. 5 Degrees Group is based in Brookfield, Wisconsin and serves clients nationwide virtually.
What does coaching cost?
Individual coaching is $135 for one hour. Current package and Financial Focus amounts are listed on the Coaching page and managed centrally for review.
What is Financial Focus?
A dedicated 60-minute coaching session applying the 5 Degrees framework specifically to personal financial habits, decisions, and trajectory. It is not investment, tax, legal, securities, or individualized financial advice.
Does Deren offer speaking and workshops?
Yes. Programs can be developed for leaders, teams, businesses, schools, athletic programs, coaches, community organizations, and conferences.
When will the books be available?
Five Tiny Turns: Little Choices, Big Changes and 5 Degrees: The Next Choice are currently marked Coming Soon. No release dates or purchase links have been announced.
Is the business religious?
Faith is part of Deren’s personal story and values, but 5 Degrees Group is not positioned as a religious organization and serves people from varied backgrounds.
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