ACC ACC Coaching Presence & Self-Management

Question 1

According to the ICF core competencies, 'maintaining coaching presence' means:

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Being fully conscious and present with the client, creating a spontaneous relationship

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Following a scripted session structure

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Demonstrating expertise in the client's industry

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Keeping the conversation on track with set milestones

Question 2

A coach feels triggered by the client's description of a workplace conflict. The BEST response is to:

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Acknowledge the feeling internally and refocus on the client

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Share their own similar experience to build rapport

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Interrupt the client to process the feeling aloud

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End the session early to avoid bias

Question 3

Which behavior MOST demonstrates a lack of coaching presence?

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Finishing the client's sentences to show understanding

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Pausing before responding to reflect on what was said

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Acknowledging a shift in the client's energy mid-session

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Adjusting the coaching approach based on client feedback

Question 4

'Bracketing' in coaching refers to:

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Setting aside the coach's assumptions and agenda to focus on the client

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Summarizing key themes at the end of a session

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Writing session notes in brackets for reference

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Using structured frameworks during the session

Question 5

A coach who regularly reflects on their own values, triggers, and biases is demonstrating:

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Strong self-awareness as a foundational coaching competency

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Scope creep into therapy

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Lack of confidence in their abilities

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Over-preparation for sessions

Question 6

When a coach notices the client seems emotionally activated, the ICF-aligned response is to:

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Acknowledge the client's emotional state and ask if they want to address it

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Redirect to the agenda to keep focus

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Give the client advice on managing emotions

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Suggest the client work with a therapist instead