I believe there are 3 secrets that great coaches have in common. I have studied coaching and coaches for almost 10 years now and have been with newbie coaches up to super experienced coaches and I have come to see that EXTRAordinary coaches share some common secrets.
Of course, I love to let them out so that everyone can have them!
First, they aren't afraid to be tough or edgy with clients... they make observations that are true for them and they don't hold back with those observations or fear the clients reaction.
Second, they don't get caught up in client stories and don't allow the client to go on and on and on. They focus the coaching session quickly and shift right to the essence of what it is the client needs.
Third, they make HUGE requests of the clients and have them take bigger actions than the client is typically willing to take. They get the client to take these actions by supporting them and giving them loving pushes. They are strong when they make these powerful requests.
I know that anyone can learn the skills of coaching and have been teaching them for years. It is the art of coaching that comes with practice and by being trained by a masterful coach.
Terri Levine, PhD, MCC
www.TerriLevine.com
www.CoachInstitute.com
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