During coach training so many different techniques and tools are covered that there is information overload. Often participants grasp some of it; they review their …
Coaching Techniques as Tools
Center for Coaching Certification Skills, Tools and Techniques
Skills Tools and Techniques
QUESTIONNAIRES IN COACHING
During coach training it is incredibly valuable to have questionnaires for use during coaching sessions for several reasons: it provides concrete examples of how to …
STORIES, ANALOGIES, METAPHORS
The International Coaching Federation publishes a full description of Core Competencies for coaches. Within the information on the competency of Direct Communication it says: “Uses …
Role Playing During Coaching Sessions
In coaching sessions when clients are focused on how to handle a particular conversation, it is sometimes helpful to role play the conversation. Start with …
Visual Diagramming in Coaching
Before beginning as a coach, the preparation includes developing competencies, learning the ethics, and creating a process for engaging with a client. Often time people …
Experiential Learning Activities with the Coaching Process
Experiential learning occurs throughout coaching sessions in many ways. As a start, the coach is modeling interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and people skills which is …
BOOKS, ARTICLES, AND BLOGS AS COACHING RESOURCES
As a coach, chances are you read – this is naturally a part of staying current in the field plus it means you are continuing …
Assessment Tools in Coaching
Interesting dilemma: coaches do not assess or diagnose. So how do assessments fit with coaching? Sometimes coaches also serve as a consultant or as someone …
Coaching Tools
What tools are helpful to clients, coaches, and the coaching process? Tools include assessments for a fuller understanding and awareness, written information for learning, and …
Coaching Certification to Coach the Whole Person
Whole person coaching means that the coach takes time with the client to fully explore what they want in all areas of their life. Even …