Avoid leading questions that steer clients towards a specific answer from "summary" of Coaching Questions by Tony Stoltzfus
When you're in a coaching conversation, one of the key principles to keep in mind is to be mindful of the questions you ask. Leading questions are those that subtly guide the client towards a specific answer or point of view. While it might be tempting to use leading questions to speed up the coaching process or to get the client to see things from your perspective, it's important to remember that the goal of coaching is to help the client discover their own insights and solutions. When you ask leading questions, you risk imposing your own biases or assumptions on the client, which can hinder their ability to think creatively and independently. Instead of asking questions that steer the client towards a specific answer, try to remain neutral and open-minded. This will create a safe space for the client to explore their thoughts and feel...
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