Questions help clients uncover their own solutions from "summary" of Coaching Questions by Tony Stoltzfus
When a client comes to a coach seeking guidance or solutions to their problems, the natural inclination is to provide advice or suggestions. However, the most effective coaches understand that the client already holds the key to their own solutions within themselves. By asking powerful questions, a coach can help the client uncover these solutions on their own. Questions have the incredible ability to shine a light on the client's thought processes, beliefs, and values. Through thoughtful questioning, a coach can guide the client to explore their situation from different perspectives, leading them to insights and realizations that may have been hidden before. This process of self-discovery is far m...
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