Are assessments appropriate in business, life, or executive coaching?\u00a0 Talk about a loaded question!\u00a0 First: is it the coach\u2019s role to assess?\u00a0 The straight answer is no and the caveat is that the coach works with their client to create awareness.\u00a0 This often includes the client self-assessing and does call for awareness on the part of the coach.\u00a0 Dig further.\u00a0 Does the coach have the proper training to use the assessment tool?\u00a0 Many of the assessments require training and even certification to administer.\u00a0 Does the assessment add value to the coaching?\u00a0 Think this through because sometimes an assessment limits by changing expectations.\u00a0 Before using an assessment have a clear understanding of the reasons for it and how it adds value to the coaching relationship.\u00a0 How is it used?\u00a0 An assessment might be used as a tool for awareness, for identifying skills to develop, or to determine potential.\u00a0 Before using an assessment, discuss and plan how it will be used.<\/p>\n
What are the pros and cons of assessments?<\/p>\n