Coaching Structure

Question 1

Coach Preparation Prior to Session

Answer 1

Foster self-awareness & self-discovery
1- Coach is calm, present and emotionally available
2- Review available client materials
3- Logistics

Question 2

Coaching Structure

Answer 2

1- Coach preparation prior to first session
2- First session or before
3- Early (first, second or other early session)
4- Routine ongoing sessions
5- Coaching program termination

Question 3

First Session or Before

Answer 3

1- Set climate/stage: establish rapport; gauge intentions
2- Determine is person is appropriate candidate
3- Explain process
4- Establish Coaching Agreement: guidelines & parameters; responsibilities & expectations; type of coaching relationship
5- Review assessments and other data
6- Ensure appropriate time management

Question 4

Early (1st, 2nd or other early session)

Answer 4

1- client assesses current state of health and well being
2- explore vision of optimal health and well being
3- identify gaps between 1 & 2
4- explore and clarify priorities
5- establish long-term goals
6- establish short-term SMART goals and action steps
7- support client achieving SMART goals or action steps including back up plans
8- establish preference for learning and accountability

Question 5

Routine Ongoing Sessions

Answer 5

1- connect, have client self asses state at beginning of each session
2- check in on prior commitments/action steps
3- invite client to select focus for session
4- establish or refine short-term SMART goals and action steps
5- articulate new action steps and adjust plan if needed
6- discover and reflect on client’s learning
7- communicate appreciate of client’s work
8- invite client to provide feedback on session and Coach

Question 6

Coaching Program Termination

Answer 6

1- invite client to reflect on, assess,, and articulate progress, challenges, lessons, growth
2- assist in developing sustainable pathway forward; maintenance/rep lapse prevention plan