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By Cathy Liska<\/em><\/p>\n For many new coaches, figuring out how to use different tools and processes is of great interest.\u00a0 What is often the challenge we all face as coaches is truly co-creating the coaching relationship with the client.\u00a0 Once we work with the client on what they want to accomplish, the next challenge is keeping them in the driver\u2019s seat for exploring, using tools, and moving forward.\u00a0 Ultimately, the multitude of tools and techniques for coaching are intended for the benefit of the client.\u00a0 Gaining a sense of how this works through exposure to coaching conversations is a helpful starting point.<\/p>\n A few thoughts: coaching involves the doing \u2013 most expect that \u2013 and it also involves the being.\u00a0 The being refers to how an individual thinks, feels, is aware, learns, develops and applies insights, and more.\u00a0 If the coaching is only about the doing, the results are short term.\u00a0 If the coaching is only about the being, the application may be missed.\u00a0 The balance or blend of the two is determined by the client.<\/p>\n In the chapter on Tools, Techniques, Questions, and Dialogue<\/em><\/strong>, a client created by blending several clients moves through building confidence, a job search, and related life changes.\u00a0 Options for moving forward are considered and the client empowered to choose their direction.\u00a0 Sample dialogue and questions give a peek into the use of tools and coaching processes.\u00a0It is intended to build on what is covered in coach training.<\/p>\n