6. Partners with the client to identify or reconfirm what they want to accomplish in the session

7. Partners with the client to define what the client believes they need to address or resolve to achieve what they want to accomplish in the session

8. Partners with the client to define or reconfirm measures of success for what the client wants to accomplish in the coaching engagement or individual session

9. Partners with the client to manage the time and focus of the session

10. Continues coaching in the direction of the client’s desired outcome unless the client indicates otherwise

11. Partners with the client to end the coaching relationship in a way that honors the experience

1. Seeks to understand the client within their context which may include their identity, environment, experiences, values and belief

2. Demonstrates respect for the client’s identity, perceptions, style and language and adapts one’s coaching to the client

3. Acknowledges and respects the client’s unique talents, insights and work in the coaching process

4. Shows support, empathy and concern for the client

5. Acknowledges and supports the client’s expression of feelings, perceptions, concerns, beliefs and suggestions

6. Demonstrates openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client

2. Demonstrates curiosity during the coaching process

3. Manages one’s emotions to stay present with the client

4. Demonstrates confidence in working with strong client emotions during the coaching process

5. Is comfortable working in a space of not knowing 6. Creates or allows space for silence, pause or reflection

1. Considers the client’s context, identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs to enhance understanding of what the client is communicating

2. Reflects or summarizes what the client communicated to ensure clarity and understanding

3. Recognizes and inquires when there is more to what the client is communicating