CPC Goal Setting & Motivation Strategies

Question 1

Why is setting SMART goals important in coaching?

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They provide a structured framework for success

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They are vague and flexible

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They focus only on short-term results

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They eliminate creativity

Question 2

What helps increase a client’s motivation?

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Linking goals to personal values

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Setting random challenges

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Using peer pressure

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Avoiding discussion of feelings

Question 3

Which strategy supports long-term goal achievement?

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Creating micro-goals and milestones

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Setting one large goal

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Avoiding accountability

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Waiting for external motivation

Question 4

How can coaches help clients stay motivated?

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Celebrating small achievements

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Criticizing slow progress

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Focusing only on the final result

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Avoiding emotional support

Question 5

What role does mindset play in motivation?

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It fosters learning and resilience

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It limits growth

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It prevents reflection

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It increases fear of failure

Question 6

Which technique helps boost motivation during setbacks?

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Reframing the situation

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Ignoring the problem

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Blaming others

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Quitting early

Question 7

How does visualization support goal achievement?

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It enhances focus and confidence

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It wastes time

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It adds stress

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It creates false hope

Question 8

What is one way to overcome procrastination in coaching?

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Setting specific deadlines

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Allowing flexible timelines

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Avoiding deadlines

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Removing accountability

Question 9

Why is aligning goals with purpose effective?

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It enhances intrinsic motivation

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It simplifies the process

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It reduces accountability

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It shifts focus from action