Coaching and Mentoring

What are coaching and mentoring?

• Development techniques based on one-to-one discussions

• Training programs for managers

• Performance evaluation methods

• Conflict resolution strategies

What is the main focus of coaching?

• Improving performance and developing skills

• Providing personal counseling

• Enhancing social interaction

• Boosting confidence levels

What is the main focus of mentoring?

• Improving performance and developing skills

• Providing personal counseling

• Enhancing social interaction

• Boosting confidence levels

What is the key distinction between coaching and mentoring?

• Coaching is short-term, while mentoring is long-term

• Coaching is for personal development, while mentoring is for professional development

• Coaching is directive, while mentoring is non-directive

• Coaching is for junior staff, while mentoring is for senior staff

When is coaching the best development intervention?

• When an individual needs career support

• When an individual lacks self-insight

• When an individual needs technical training

• When an individual wants to improve social interaction

Who is responsible for delivering coaching in UK organizations?

• Line managers and internal coaches

• External coaches and consultants

• HR department and senior executives

• Employees themselves

What is the role of HR in managing coaching activities?

• Designing and managing coaching programs

• Providing personal counseling to employees

• Evaluating the effectiveness of coaching

• Delivering coaching sessions to employees

What is the main aim of coaching among employers?

• Assisting performance management

• Providing personal counseling to employees

• Supporting learning and development

• Improving social interaction in the workplace

What is the importance of coaching supervision and support?

• Helping coaches continuously develop their skills

• Ensuring confidentiality and trust in coaching relationships

• Acting as a quality assurance activity for organizations

• All of the above

What is the CIPD's viewpoint on coaching and mentoring?

• Coaching and mentoring are not effective development tools

• Coaching and mentoring should only be used in uncertain economic times

• There is a lack of understanding on how to use coaching and mentoring effectively

• Coaching and mentoring are the best development interventions