Coaching Mindset and Ethical Guidelines Flashcards
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A client asks their ACC coach to write a recommendation letter for a job they are pursuing. What is the most ethically appropriate response?
Answer: Decline and explain that writing recommendations creates a dual-role conflict that can compromise coaching objectivity.
Writing a recommendation creates a dual relationship that can bias the coaching dynamic and compromise the coach's objectivity.
Which ICF core value most directly drives a coach to continuously seek feedback and pursue professional development?
Answer: Excellence
The ICF core value of Excellence reflects a commitment to continuous improvement and ongoing professional development.
During a coaching session, a client discloses they are experiencing severe depression and suicidal thoughts. What should the ACC coach do first?
Answer: Immediately refer the client to a qualified mental health professional and provide crisis resources.
When a client's safety is at risk, the ICF Code of Ethics requires the coach to refer them to appropriate professional resources immediately.
A coach notices they feel a strong personal attraction to a new client. According to ethical guidelines, what is the most appropriate action?
Answer: Refer the client to another coach to protect the integrity of the coaching relationship.
Personal attraction to a client creates a conflict of interest; referring the client to another coach protects both parties and upholds ethical standards.
A client consistently arrives late and misses sessions without notice. How does a coaching mindset guide the coach to respond?
Answer: Revisit and renegotiate the coaching agreement to address accountability expectations.
Revisiting the coaching agreement allows both parties to realign on expectations and accountability without abandoning the client.
What does the ICF ethical principle of 'professional conduct with clients' primarily require of an ACC coach?
Answer: Accurately representing coaching qualifications, experience, and competencies to clients.
Professional conduct requires coaches to accurately and honestly represent their credentials, experience, and the outcomes that coaching can offer.
A coach's long-time client also becomes a personal friend outside of sessions. Which risk does this dual relationship primarily create?
Answer: The coach may lose objectivity and struggle to challenge the client appropriately.
Dual relationships risk compromising a coach's objectivity, making it harder to offer honest observations and productive challenges.