Coaching is a partnership that flourishes in a number of ways.
Entrust each other
Work from the bias that the other is trustworthy. This creates a space of mutual generosity that engages strengths and grows the trust. Openness thrives in a spirit of trust.
Work from questions
Work from the principle that when things go well in coaching it will precisely because we are working from new, sincere quesitions.
Focus on progress
Work from the reality that when it comes to moving in the direction of the learning and growth we seek, all that matters is progress.. Define it, do it and celebrate it.
Learn from everything
Work from the practice of reflective critique, using any success or failure exprience as teacher. Use the powerful triad: What went well, why and what would we try differently.
These simple ways of working together optimize the mutual value of coaching, where learning and growth happens for all.