| Instead of spoon-feeding people
solutions, coaches help people discover their own answers and challenge
them to step up to the next level.
Rather than imply that others don’t have
the answers, developing coaching skills helps you become a more
dynamic leader. When you wholeheartedly believe in the capabilities
of others, you help people think bigger and go beyond their perceived
potential. Assessing your coaching skills is a powerful tool for
enhancing your impact.
Coaching Skills Assessment — Sample
Questions
Instructions:
Rate yourself on a scale of 1-5 based on your personal assessment
of how often you demonstrate each behavior.
- Never
- Occasionally
- Sometimes
- Frequently
- Almost Always
Skill Areas:
| 1. |
Vision and Brainstorming (looking at the
meta-view, fostering change, expanding the possibilities) |
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______ |
I challenge others to try
new perspectives and probe for new opportunities |
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| 2. |
Communication and Acknowledgment (articulating
the issue, championing, giving feedback as a gift) |
| |
______ |
I ask others to speak to the heart of the matter |
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| 3. |
Inquiry and Challenge (requesting, challenging,
intruding, asking powerful questions) |
| |
______ |
I ask open-ended questions instead of only offering answers
and opinions |
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| 4. |
Listening and Attention (being present,
reflecting back, supporting) |
| |
______ |
I am present and offer my undivided attention
and support |
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| 5. |
Action and Accountability (planning, balancing,
making things happen) |
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______ |
I help others create realistic, compelling,
dated plans for action |
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| 6. |
Empowerment and Compassion (sharing power,
encouraging development, exploring resources) |
| |
______ |
I encourage people to collaborate and
build team spirit |
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| 7. |
Authenticity and Presence (holding yourself
personally accountable, role modeling, being open) |
| |
______ |
I have a clear sense of my values, strengths
and needs |
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Interpret the Results and Create an Action
Plan
In this sample, one question per skill area demonstrates
the scope of skills assessed. When using the full assessment
tool, you'll rate 42 coaching skills, then score and graph
each skill area. After interpreting the results, the next
step is to write a coaching skills development plan. Use this
self-assessment tool with your management team to identify
coaching strengths and development opportunities. To buy the
complete $10 Coaching Skills Assessment tool, call us at 570-297-2270.
Quantity discounts available! |
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