CPCC Intuition in Coaching

Question 1

In Co-Active coaching, intuition is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A direct knowing that arises beyond conscious reasoning

Answer

Co-Active coaching defines intuition as a direct knowing that transcends logical analysis and emerges from deep, present-moment listening.

Question 2

When a coach shares an intuitive observation with a client, the recommended approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Offer it lightly using language like 'I have a sense that...' and invite the client to respond

Answer

Coaches offer intuitive observations tentatively and lightly to invite exploration without imposing, fully respecting the client's autonomy.

Question 3

In Co-Active coaching, Level 2 listening (focused listening) means the coach's attention is primarily on:

Accepted Answer

The client's words, tone, energy, and what they are communicating

Answer

Level 2 listening involves focused, outward attention on the client — their words, feelings, tone, and everything they are communicating.

Question 4

What is 'global listening' (Level 3) in Co-Active coaching?

Accepted Answer

A wide-angle awareness that picks up energy, the field, and subtle information beyond words

Answer

Level 3 or global listening involves expansive awareness of the entire coaching field — energy, atmosphere, silence, and cues that transcend verbal content.

Question 5

If a coach notices a physical sensation in their own body while listening to a client, in Co-Active coaching this may be:

Accepted Answer

An intuitive signal worth exploring and potentially sharing in service of the client

Answer

Co-Active coaching teaches that somatic (bodily) sensations can be intuitive signals that, when offered appropriately, may deepen the client's exploration.

CPCC - Certified Professional Co-Active Coach Practice Test

CPCC - Certified Professional Co-Active Coach Practice Test

CPCC Intuition in Coaching