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Week 7 Discussion:

Discussion: Factors that Influence a Coaching Relationship

Consider the following factors we discussed this week that can affect a coaching relationship: rapport, communication, mood, and compassion. It is important to develop rapport when working with a coachee in order to build a trusting relationship. Frequent communication between a coach and coachee is critical for a successful coaching experience. Mood can positively or negatively affect a coaching conversation and a coaching relationship. For this reason, a coach has to develop an awareness of the mood of an organization and how it influences the coachee. Finally, compassion is often necessary in coaching situations. A coach must determine when and to what extent compassion is necessary. An effective coach can use a combination of these factors as necessary throughout the coaching experience.

To prepare for this Discussion,

Review this week’s Learning Resources, especially:

· Week 7 – Lecture - “See Word doc”

· Confrontation model of conversation – “See pdf.”

· Developing Sustainable - See pdf”

· Primal Leadership – “See pdf”

Assignment:

Post  a cohesive response based on your analysis of the Learning Resources and your professional experience. Be sure to discuss the following:

· Explain what role rapport has in a coaching relationship.

· Describe the importance of communication in a coaching relationship.

· Analyze the effect mood has on a coaching environment.

· Analyze the extent to which compassion is necessary in the coaching environment.

· 3-4 paragraphs

· APA citing

· No plagiarism