Chapter 12 - WALK THE TALK

Question 1

What is the main focus of the chapter ‘Walk the Talk’?

Answer 1

Creating a life aligned with clients’ vision and values through actions

This is referred to as integrity.

Question 2

Define personal integrity.

Answer 2

The alignment of actions, values, and beliefs in an individual’s life.

Question 3

What does it mean to ‘walk your talk’?

Answer 3

To take actions that are consistent with one’s vision and values.

Question 4

What was the outcome when the friends discovered cracks in their house?

Answer 4

The house lacked solid architectural integrity despite the engineering firm’s report.

Question 5

What are the three important processes initiated to correct the Leaning Tower of Pisa?

Answer 5

• Extraction
• Replacement
• Restraints

Question 6

What does integrity in life coaching involve according to the text?

Answer 6

Aligning actions with life purpose and setting personal boundaries.

Question 7

List the four Toltec practices identified by Don Miguel Ruiz.

Answer 7

• Be impeccable with your word.
• Do not take anything personally.
• Do not make assumptions.
• Always do your best.

Question 8

What is Rotary International’s Four-Way Test?

Answer 8

• Is it the truth?
• Is it fair to all concerned?
• Will it build good will and better friendships?
• Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Question 9

True or False: Integrity is unimportant for leadership.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

What is an example of someone who demonstrated integrity in the corporate world?

Answer 10

Cynthia Cooper, who reported unethical practices at WorldCom.

Question 11

What is a clue to notice when you are in integrity?

Answer 11

Physical, emotional, intellectual, or spiritual signals.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: Integrity is the first chapter of the book of _______.

Answer 12

wisdom

Question 13

What is a major lesson our friends learned about integrity?

Answer 13

Integrity is essential in both architecture and relationships.

Question 14

What can be the cost of lacking personal integrity?

Answer 14

Loss of trust and credibility.

Question 15

What did Leonard Roberts do when pressured to compromise his integrity?

Answer 15

He resigned from his position in protest.

Question 16

What is the impact of loose ends in a person’s life?

Answer 16

They create distractions and drain energy.

Question 17

What does the exercise ‘Get complete’ suggest to clients?

Answer 17

To finish unfinished business in various areas of life.

Question 18

What are some areas where clients may need to achieve closure?

Answer 18

• The past
• People
• Projects
• Home
• Work

Question 19

What does personal integrity mean in the context of emotional intelligence?

Answer 19

It is referred to as the competence titled transparency.

Question 20

What is an example of a guiding rule for life attributed to Angeles Arrien?

Answer 20

• Show up.
• Pay attention.
• Tell the truth.
• Don’t be attached to the results.

Question 21

What does it mean to extract in the context of regaining integrity?

Answer 21

Removing habits, people, or attachments that are not serving you.

Question 22

What is an incompletion in the context of coaching?

Answer 22

An incompletion refers to something that gets dropped and remains unfinished, causing mental clutter.

Question 23

List the four options to address incompletions.

Answer 23

• Plan for it
• Let it go
• Get busy and complete it now
• Create and implement workable systems

Question 24

Define personal standards.

Answer 24

Personal standards are the principles we choose to live by and hold ourselves accountable for.

Question 25

What can cause breakdowns in satisfaction related to personal standards?

Answer 25

Standards that no longer work or reflect current goals and desires.

Question 26

What does the gold standard refer to?

Answer 26

A benchmark against which economic stability is measured.

Question 27

What is the purpose of setting personal standards?

Answer 27

To ensure that choices and behaviors align with what clients really want.

Question 28

True or False: Personal standards are set by others.

Answer 28

False.

Question 29

What exercise helps clients examine their personal standards?

Answer 29

Exercise 12.1, Personal Journal Questions.

Question 30

What is the role of daily choices in achieving big picture goals?

Answer 30

Small daily choices support or hinder the realization of big picture goals.

Question 31

What can observing small behaviors reveal about a person?

Answer 31

It can provide insight into their values and overall character.

Question 32

Fill in the blank: When clients say 'I can’t,' it often means they are saying, 'I _______ not to.'

Answer 32

choose

Question 33

What should clients do when they break a promise?

Answer 33

Use it as a learning opportunity to improve future commitments.

Question 34

What is the Cycle of the Promise?

Answer 34

A framework for examining the full cycle of a promise, from request to fulfillment.

Question 35

What is a key strategy for keeping promises?

Answer 35

Put commitments in writing to remember them.

Question 36

What can help signify the importance of a big promise?

Answer 36

Ceremonies or rituals.

Question 37

How do integrity and alignment relate?

Answer 37

Integrity emerges from the alignment between what we say and what we do.

Question 38

What should clients reflect on regarding their values and standards?

Answer 38

What standard must be in place to live out each value.

Question 39

What does effective promise-making involve?

Answer 39

Making promises that are challenging but realistic.

Question 40

What is one way to handle a breakdown in commitments?

Answer 40

Communicate early and renegotiate if necessary.

Question 41

What does it mean to hold oneself accountable?

Answer 41

To take responsibility for adhering to personal standards.

Question 42

What might indicate a need to adjust personal standards?

Answer 42

Experiencing dissatisfaction or breakdowns.