In coaching, who does what?

16/11/06 12:10 Filed in: Coaching basics
Good question. Particularly since coaching is different from counseling and mentoring.
  • In counseling you focus on healing the past; in coaching you focus on improving the present.
  • In mentoring, you draw from your mentor; in coaching your coach draws from you.

So, who does what in coaching?

Both the client and the coach:
  • Pray.
  • Attend each coaching session.
  • Come prepared to each coaching session.
  • Focus on the client achieving the client’s goals during the coaching session.
The client:
  • Takes care of logistics (makes the phone call, arranges a meeting place).
  • Defines, commits to, and achieves goals.
  • Shares what s/he is thinking, feeling, and experiencing.
  • Lets the coach know if something isn’t working.
The coach:
  • Provides support, encouragement, and accountability.
  • Uses effective coaching models like GROW (Goal, Reality, Options, Will do).
  • Uses effective coaching skills, including listening and inquiry.
  • Maintains confidentiality.

Now that you know who does what in coaching, what are you going to do?
  • If you are interested in getting a coach, what can and will you do to get a coach?
  • If you are interested in coaching someone, what can and will you do to start coaching?
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