coaching barriers

Much of the skill of coaching lies in what a good coach doesn't do, as well as what they do.

Some behaviour is counter-productive to the coaching process and simply gets in the way of great conversation. Some of these are simple behaviours - like talking too much, while others relate to the coach's belief. Example, a need to be right or find the 'perfect solution'.

Once we become aware of these behavioural barriers, we are able to let them go!

This might be a simple guide to follow:

a. To become aware that we are doing or thinking something that's not working;

b. Acknowledge that - and give it up! (i.e. let your thought go); and

c. Substitute or refocus with another effective intention or behaviour.