How to Coach Yourself and Others Popular Models for Coaching | Page 64

Key Elements
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Identify the most important issue while respecting
client’s preferences and limitations.
No judgment by the coach, no leading toward a
particular destination.
Identify key values and needs.
Facilitate alignment of purpose, vision and mission.
Identify blocks to progress.

7. Helping the client set and keep clear intentions
Definition
Helps the client become or remain focused and working towards
intended goals.
Effect
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The client feels capable.
The client is clear about what he or she wants to
accomplish or transform.
The client is inspired by the possibilities.
The client moves forward purposefully.

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Inquiring into the client’s intentions and goals.
Time spent on what is most important.
Clarifying direction of progress.
Periodically reviewing, revising and/or celebrating the
process and intentions.

8. Inviting possibility
Definition
Creating an environment that allows ideas, options and
opportunities to emerge.
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