The Coaching Manual, 4th Edition

Chapter 3

Coaching principles or beliefs

Your philosophy of life shapes you more than anything else.

Anthony Robbins

Operating principles for coaches

As you decide to become a less directive, collaborative coach, you are also choosing to adopt a certain set of beliefs and principles, to ensure consistent standards and positive results. That is because there are certain perspectives and beliefs that support collaborative coaching. Doing this doesn't mean that you give up your individual personality or style. Actually it's important that you don't; you need to develop an authentic style of coaching that feels comfortable and natural for you. However, as effective coaches you and I operate from a common set of beliefs. For example, I believe that ...