Coaching[edit]

Coaching is a professional development process aimed at helping individuals improve their skills, performance, and personal growth through guided support, feedback, and goal setting. It is widely used across business, sports, education, and personal contexts.

Overview[edit]

Coaching involves a collaborative relationship between a coach and a client where the coach facilitates learning and development, often by asking powerful questions and providing constructive feedback. The goal is to unlock the client’s potential and enhance their effectiveness.

Methods and Techniques[edit]

There are various coaching approaches, including:

• Executive coaching – focuses on leadership and management skills in a corporate environment.
• Life coaching – addresses personal goals and life transitions.
• Career coaching – supports career planning and professional development.
• Sports coaching – aims to improve athletic performance and mindset.

Common techniques include active listening, motivational interviewing, goal-setting frameworks such as SMART goals, and reflective questioning.

Training and Certification[edit]

Coaching practitioners often undergo specialised training and certification through recognised bodies such as the International Coach Federation (ICF) or the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC). These organisations set ethical standards and competencies to ensure coaching quality.

Applications[edit]

Coaching is applied in various fields including corporate leadership and team development, educational settings, sports psychology, and personal development and well-being.

References[edit]

External links[edit]

• International Coach Federation
• European Mentoring and Coaching Council
• Coaching Wiki in German Language