Glossary
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Accountability
The process of holding the client responsible for taking action and achieving their goals.
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Action Plan
a set of specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals that the client will work towards during the coaching engagement.
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Assessment
The process of gathering data and information to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
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Career Coaching
A coaching approach that helps individuals to identify their career goals and develop a plan to achieve them.
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Client
the executive or leader who receives coaching services.
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Coach
A professional who provides guidance, support, and feedback to help individuals improve their skills, abilities, and performance.
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Coaching Agreement
A written agreement between the coach and the client that outlines the scope of the coaching engagement, expectations, and confidentiality.
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Coaching Plan
a customized plan that outlines the specific steps and activities the client will take to achieve their goals.
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Coaching Session
A scheduled meeting between the coach and the client to discuss progress, challenges, and strategies for achieving the client’s goals.
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Communication Skills
The ability to effectively convey ideas and information to others.
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Discovery Session
an initial meeting between the coach and the client to determine if coaching is the right fit and to identify the client’s goals and needs.
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Executive Assessment
The process of evaluating an executive’s skills, strengths, and areas for improvement.
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Executive Coaching
a process that helps executives and leaders achieve their full potential by improving their skills, performance, and behavior.
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Executive Presence
The ability to project confidence, competence, and authority in a professional setting.
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Feedback
the information given to the client by the coach or others to help them improve their performance.
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Follow-up
ongoing support provided by the coach after the coaching engagement has ended to ensure the client continues to make progress towards their goals.
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Goal Setting
The process of defining specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals that the client wants to achieve.
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Leadership Development
A program that provides individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to become effective leaders.
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Performance Management
The process of setting performance goals, evaluating progress, and providing feedback to employees.
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Reflection
the process of thinking about and analyzing one’s own thoughts and behavior.
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Team Building
The process of developing a high-performing team by improving communication, collaboration, and trust.