Macro Client Relationship Building & Communication Flashcards
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A macro coaching client shares that they feel embarrassed about a binge eating episode. What is the MOST appropriate initial response?
Answer: Thank them for sharing and affirm that their honesty takes courage, then explore triggers together
Acknowledging vulnerability before problem-solving creates psychological safety and encourages future honest communication.
In macro coaching, what does 'motivational interviewing' primarily involve?
Answer: Using open-ended questions and reflective listening to help clients discover their own reasons for change
Motivational interviewing is a client-centered approach that elicits intrinsic motivation through guided conversation rather than external pressure.
A client sends a lengthy emotional message about a difficult week but asks no specific question. What should a macro coach do?
Answer: Acknowledge their experience empathetically and ask what kind of support would be most helpful right now
Asking what kind of support the client needs respects their autonomy and ensures the coach's response matches the client's actual needs.
Which boundary is MOST important for a macro coach to establish at the start of a coaching relationship?
Answer: Clarifying response time expectations, communication hours, and the scope of coaching services
Clear boundaries around communication expectations and scope of practice protect both the client and coach and reduce misunderstandings.
A long-term macro coaching client has achieved their initial goal but seems disengaged. What communication strategy is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Schedule a goal-reset conversation to explore new motivations and set fresh targets
Proactively reconnecting around evolving goals reignites engagement and demonstrates the coach's investment in the client's ongoing growth.
When delivering difficult feedback to a macro coaching client (e.g., their adherence has been poor), which structure is MOST effective?
Answer: Lead with empathy, present observations factually without blame, then collaboratively problem-solve
Empathy-first, fact-based feedback minimizes defensiveness and positions the coach as a supportive partner rather than a critic.
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