CPCC Intuition in Coaching 2

Question 1

In Co-Active coaching, which level of listening involves the coach being most aware of their own opinions and internal reactions?

Accepted Answer

Level 1 (Internal listening)

Answer

Level 1 listening is internal — the coach's attention is centered on their own thoughts, judgments, and reactions rather than fully on the client.

Question 2

When a coach says 'I don't know exactly why, but I'm sensing there's something else underneath what you just said,' this demonstrates:

Accepted Answer

The coach using intuition transparently in service of the client

Answer

Offering a tentative intuitive observation with transparency about its uncertain nature is a hallmark of skilled Co-Active intuition use.

Question 3

The Co-Active model teaches that intuition is most effective when:

Accepted Answer

Surfaced in the moment as it arises, in service of the client

Answer

Co-Active coaching emphasizes surfacing intuition in the moment — its freshness and immediacy make it most potent and alive for the client.

Question 4

What distinguishes intuition from making assumptions in Co-Active coaching?

Accepted Answer

Intuition is offered tentatively as an invitation; assumptions are imposed as fact

Answer

The key distinction is that intuition is held lightly and offered as an invitation for exploration, while assumptions are stated as truth without checking with the client.

Question 5

A coach notices that every time a client mentions their boss, the client's voice becomes quieter. This observation is best used by:

Accepted Answer

Gently naming the observation and inviting the client to explore what it might mean

Answer

Noticing and gently naming behavioral patterns without diagnosing is a key application of intuition in Co-Active coaching.

CPCC - Certified Professional Co-Active Coach Practice Test

CPCC - Certified Professional Co-Active Coach Practice Test

CPCC Intuition in Coaching 2