Great Coaching Behaviours - Part II
4. Effective Questioning: Guiding Self-Discovery
The right questions can unlock solutions and inspire transformation.
Open-Ended Questions: Questions like, “What excites you about this opportunity?” spark deeper thought and expression.
Challenging Assumptions: Asking, “What if this obstacle didn’t exist?” shifts perspectives and encourages creative thinking.
Encouraging Self-Solutions: A coach might ask, “What options do you see?” rather than providing solutions outright.
5. Feedback Delivery: Catalyzing Growth
Constructive feedback is essential for development.
Timely and Specific Feedback: A coach might say, “In your presentation yesterday, I noticed you engaged the audience well but rushed through the conclusion.”
Balancing Criticism and Recognition: For instance, “Your ability to simplify complex topics is excellent. Let’s also work on refining your delivery pace.”
Focusing on Behavior: Instead of saying, “You’re careless,” a coach could note, “Double-checking your reports could help avoid errors.”
6. Adaptability and Flexibility: Coaching Without Boundaries
Flexibility ensures coaching remains relevant and effective.
Adjusting Based on Needs: A coach might pivot from a planned agenda to address an urgent issue raised by the coachee.
Responding to Challenges: Adapting strategies when a coachee feels stuck, such as switching from discussion to visualization exercises, keeps sessions dynamic.
Avoiding One-Size-Fits-All: Recognizing unique learning styles, a coach might use role-playing for one coachee and reflective journaling for another.
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