Specific coaching is developed through sessions between the coach and client based on a contract. Coaching sessions generally last 30-60 minutes per session and are ongoing over several months.
The contract is signed by both parties by mutual agreement. However, the subject matter is not a “thing” but a “dialogue,” a collaboration between coach and client, and there is no clear quality or value in the beginning.
The value of the coaching session becomes apparent as the client becomes aware of the process, recognizes himself/herself as being changed and being able to change, and feels a sense of growth as the coaching session progresses. The coaching coach works with the client to create this process, and for this purpose, there are “conditions under which coaching works.
Specifically, the following are required
The coach understands the nature of coaching and acts in accordance with a code of ethics.
The coach recognizes the difference between consulting and counseling and handles them appropriately.
The coach has formed an agreement with the client on how to proceed with the coaching.
The coach creates a safe and secure environment so that a trusting relationship is established with the client at an early stage.
The coach is with the client and is flexible enough to adapt to the client’s changing needs.
I have listed five items: 1 and 2 are things that coaches can do on their own initiative by learning to coach. On the other hand, building consensus in item 3 is key to building trust in item 4. A coaching contract will not be concluded unless the client’s motivation to accept or accept coaching by this coach exists in the first place.
As for 5, flexible responses can be developed smoothly only because there is a sense of trust in the coach on the part of the client.
In order to build a sense of trust, the coach’s own personal foundation must be in place, and above all, a coaching mindset that is 100% receptive to the client is required. Coaching is not just a skill; it is also a question of the coach’s own personality.
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