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Coaching Tip 6 - Use The Art of Challenge
By Pam Solberg-Tapper
In coaching, a challenge is a powerful request that asks the trainee to extend themselves beyond
their self-imposed limits. A challenge can shift the way the trainee sees and thinks of themselves for
years to come.
The elements of a challenge include a specific action and the date/time of completion.
Here are some examples of challenges:
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For a trainee that is overwhelmed with demands: “I challenge you to say “no” to anything
that is not a priority this week.”
For a trainee that procrastinates: “I challenge you to f