IAC Coaching Models & Performance Strategies 3

Question 1

The 'R' in the CLEAR coaching model stands for:

Accepted Answer

Review

Answer

CLEAR stands for Contract, Listen, Explore, Action, Review — the final Review stage assesses what was learned and what should happen next.

Question 2

Which NLP-based performance strategy involves mentally rehearsing success by visualizing a desired outcome in vivid sensory detail?

Accepted Answer

Future Pacing

Answer

Future Pacing is an NLP technique where the client imagines performing successfully in a future scenario, reinforcing the neural pathways for desired behavior.

Question 3

According to the IAC coaching competencies, 'being present' primarily means:

Accepted Answer

Maintaining full, conscious attention on the client in the moment

Answer

Being present in IAC terms means the coach brings undivided, moment-to-moment awareness to the client, which creates the conditions for deep connection and insight.

Question 4

The 'Miracle Question' technique, common in solution-focused coaching, is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Help the client vividly describe their ideal future state

Answer

The Miracle Question ('If a miracle occurred overnight and your problem was solved, what would be different?') invites clients to describe the desired future in concrete terms.

Question 5

In performance coaching, a 'stretch goal' is best characterized as:

Accepted Answer

An ambitious goal that pushes a client beyond their current comfort zone

Answer

A stretch goal is intentionally ambitious, designed to inspire significant growth and performance improvement beyond what the client believes is currently possible.

(IAC) International Association of Coaching Certification Practice Test

(IAC) International Association of Coaching Certification Practice Test

IAC Coaching Models & Performance Strategies 3