To illustrate the answer, start with this story: A client is at risk for losing their job because of nonperformance in a specific area. The …
What Happens If the Coach Gives Advice?
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What If a Client is Stuck – Then Can I Give the Answer?
The funny thing about this question is that we are often too quick to assume that the client is stuck – and they are too. …
Coaching Challenges and Solutions 12
What if the stated goal is one a client is ambivalent about? Sometimes companies hire a coach for an employee and that employee is on …
Coaching Challenges and Solutions 3 of 9
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 …
Coaching Challenges and Solutions 2 of 9
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 …
Coaching Challenges and Solutions 1 of 9
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. …
Making the Effort as a Coaching Client to Maximize the Results
In the last blog were examples of goals from a coaching relationship and possible obstacles to maximizing the results. Now consider these ideas for moving …
Effort in as a Coaching Client = Results
Coaching is a powerful tool for creating meaningful change. Of course as a client, this means investing in yourself in terms of time, money, and …
Science of Coaching Conference Highlights
Last week I had the privilege of participating in the International Coach Federation’s Advance conference, the Science of Coaching. The experience was wonderful. The research …
Coaching Process
In the previous blog post, model and process definitions were applied to coaching. The model of how the coaching relationship works was described. Now the …