What if the client blames everyone else? When coaching, the challenge is to shift the focus of the conversation to the future objectives of the …
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Coaches focus on how the client is best served. Sometimes this happens through a coach exploring options for different professional services with the client. Other …
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What if the client would be better served by a therapist? The first challenge with this question is that coaches are not trained to diagnose …
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What if someone wants to be the coach and they have no training? Hundreds of years ago if someone wanted to be a doctor they …
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What if the client fails to follow through? When a client fails to follow through, the first step is to ask what held them back. …
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What if the boss does not think the client will make it and does not like them? After a company engages a coach for an …
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What if a coaching client is dealing with conflict? Conflict provides an opportunity for creating understanding and creative brainstorming of solutions. The key is how …
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What if the client is telling secrets? As a coach, unless the secrets are a threat of harm or an unreported crime, you follow your …
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What if a manager wants the coach to disclose what is discussed? As a coach, plan a conversation with that manager. Be ready with a …
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What if a coaching client is resistant? Sometimes a coach is asked to coach an employee that was not told or was not told well. …