Coaching involves change. Through coaching, a client chooses what they want to achieve, and then explores what thinking and habits support their goals. From there …
Coaching is a Tool for Money Management
In coach training, there is often a big discussion around money coaching. Given that a coach is not an advisor, coaching around money consists of …
Time Management is a Coaching Tool
Time management tools abound. Because each person is unique, what works for some may be less than ideal for others. Coaches explore different time management …
Coach and Client Resources
A coach often has a multitude of resources. Ideally in their coaching certification they were given access to examples of agreements, questionnaires, time and money …
Effective Goal Setting is a Coaching Tool
While goal setting is often discussed and regularly done, knowing and applying specific techniques enhances results. In the previous blog posts the Meta Programs discussed …
Recognizing Client Focus is a Coaching Tool
The focus of a client in describing goals may actually hinder their success. In Neuro Linguistic Programming the focus is identified as a Meta Program …
Coaching Technique with Language Patterns
Awareness of specific language patterns creates the opportunity for probing and clarifying, which expands client awareness. A coach develops this awareness through study and practice. …
Learning Styles as a Coaching Tool
When a coach is aware of a client’s learning style, the coach is prepared to use words that make sense for the client, blend to …
Powerful Questioning is a Competency and a Coaching Tool
Powerful questioning is an art. In coach training coaches learn how to formulate open, probing, and clarifying questions. Because a single word potentially changes the …
Communication Techniques are Coaching Competencies and Tools
During coaching certification specific communication techniques are taught and practiced. These are essential for coaching effectiveness. The ICF Core Competencies list includes three: listening, clear …