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2.7 THE GATHER FAME MODEL
The GATHER FAME model is a very practical model, which
consists of two parts : “GATHER” refers to the actual coaching
process, which, however, is not complete without the second
part : “FAME”, being the follow up.
In “GATHER”, G is for Greet:
- Greet the coachee: introduce yourself, offer a seat, and create
a warm but professional environment.
- Ask how you can help.
- Assure coachee of confidentiality.
A is for Ask:
- Ask about their reasons for coming now.
- Help coachees tell their story, express their needs and wants,
doubts, concerns, questions and problems.
- Ask about previous experiences
- Ask what they want to do
- Show interest, understanding and empathy
- Reflect, support, ask open questions to encourage
communication,
- Avoid judgments and opinions
T is for Tell:
- To make informed choices and good decisions, coaches need
clear, accurate, specific information about