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2.35 THE HILDA COACHING MODEL
One of the best bits of advice regarding coaching was also one of
the simplest. It followed a discussion with a colleague about the
importance of not getting too hung up on following a script
when it comes to coaching. We felt that it should be a natural
and flowing dialogue between two professionals and the coach
should not have to constantly refer to a bank of questions,
whilst engaged in coaching. This is most off-putting for the
coachee and does not help to create the informal and relaxed
atmosphere required for coaching. With this in mind, it was
suggested that the best type of person to become a coach is a
nosey person! Someone who will quite naturally ask question
after question in order to find out what they want – and in doing
so, will also help the coachee to find out. This simpl