ICF Coaching Techniques & Methodologies 1

Question 1

What is the purpose of using open-ended questions in coaching?

Accepted Answer

To encourage client exploration

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To limit client responses

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To direct the session

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To save time

Question 2

Which technique helps clients visualize their goals?

Accepted Answer

Visualization

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Role-playing

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Time management

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Criticism

Question 3

What is the role of mirroring in coaching?

Accepted Answer

To build rapport

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To criticize the client

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To increase tension

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To give instructions

Question 4

Which method helps clients explore different perspectives?

Accepted Answer

Reframing

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Judging

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Correcting

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Directing

Question 5

What technique involves acknowledging the client’s strengths?

Accepted Answer

Strength-based coaching

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Deficit analysis

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Critique strategy

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Time tracking

Question 6

How does the GROW model support coaching sessions?

Accepted Answer

It structures the coaching process

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It measures performance

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It provides session notes

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It delivers outcomes

Question 7

What is powerful questioning in coaching?

Accepted Answer

Thought-provoking questions

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Questions with yes/no answers

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Leading questions

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Repetitive questions

Question 8

Why is accountability important in coaching?

Accepted Answer

To encourage responsibility

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To shift blame

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To avoid conflict

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To assign tasks

Question 9

What is the benefit of silence in coaching sessions?

Accepted Answer

It facilitates client reflection

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It fills awkward gaps

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It avoids discussion

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It speeds up sessions