Difference between revisions of "Coaching"

{{Term|COACHING|One to one relationship that aims to bring individual learning and [[Performance|performance]] improvement, focusing on achieving predefined objectives within a specific time period, by providing greater focus and awareness of possibilities leading to more effective choices. Coaches recognize that results are a matter of the individual’s intentions, choices and actions and depends on the person being coached  to take responsibility. The role of the coach is to create a supportive environment in which to challenge and develop the critical thinking skills, ideas and behaviors of the person being coached, so that he/she might reach a full potential that will serve throughout career and life. This training may include seminars, workshops, and supervised practice. A related term to coaching is [[mentoring|Mentoring]].<ref> [http://www.wikipedia.org Wikipedia] (5 March 2008), [http://www.krii.com www.krii.com] (15 April 2008)</ref>}}