Performance Coach questions Flashcards
(25 cards)
What was your focus today?
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What steps do you usually follow to get to x?
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What do you need from me?
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What blockers do you have?
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What do you like most about working here?
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What do you dislike about the work that you do?
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What would you change about our company if you could?
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What do you think I should do differently?
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If you were CEO, what would you change tomorrow?
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What is the outcome you’re looking to achieve here?
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Can you share the specifics of what’s going on?
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What have you tried so far?
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What’s your opinion on how to handle this?
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What’s the first thing you need to do to achieve/resolve this?
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What resources do you need?
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What are you willing to commit to doing/trying/changing by when?
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When would it make sense for us to reconnect to ensure you have achieved the result you want?
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What’s on your mind?
I love this one because it’s open-ended and invites the other person to kick off the conversation.
And what else?
This is a good follow-up question if you need more information before jumping to solve the issue right away.
What’s the real challenge here for you?
This question is important because it forces the other person to clarify their ask and determine their need.
What do you want?
What a powerful question that shows the other person you care about their needs and their development.
How can I help?
This one is a personal favorite because a manager’s top priority should be removing any barriers or challenges for their team. The answer to this question can vary greatly person to person.
• What is the real challenge for you?
Identifying goals or challenges to be addressed
• What areas do you want to strengthen, improve, or develop?
Identifying goals or challenges to be addressed