Coaching Techniques Flashcards

Which of the following is an example of a 'powerful question' in an IIN coaching session?

Answer: What would your life look like if this goal were already achieved?

Visioning questions like this invite clients to step into a desired future, creating emotional motivation and clarity about what they truly want.

A client says: 'I know I should exercise, but I never have time.' This statement BEST illustrates:

Answer: Ambivalence about change

Ambivalence — wanting change but feeling blocked — is a normal part of behavior change and an invitation for motivational exploration.

Which term describes the collaborative agreement that outlines session logistics, confidentiality, and client-coach roles?

Answer: Coaching agreement

The coaching agreement sets clear expectations and boundaries at the start of a coaching relationship, protecting both parties.

The transtheoretical model's 'contemplation' stage is best described as when a client:

Answer: Recognizes the need for change but has not committed yet

In contemplation, individuals are aware of the pros of changing but are still weighing them against the cons, creating ambivalence.

Which of the following is a hallmark sign that a coach is giving advice rather than coaching?

Answer: Saying 'You should try...' or 'What works for me is...'

Offering personal recommendations shifts power from client to coach and moves the interaction from coaching to advising.

In IIN's integrative framework, 'crowding out' refers to:

Answer: Adding healthful foods so there is less room for less nutritious ones

Crowding out encourages adding nourishing foods progressively, naturally reducing the appeal and space for less healthful choices without strict restriction.

A client reaches their goal two weeks ahead of schedule. The coach's BEST next step is to:

Answer: Celebrate the win and co-create what comes next

Acknowledging achievement reinforces self-efficacy, and collaboratively deciding next steps keeps the client empowered and engaged.