Active Listening Techniques in Coaching

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of active listening in coaching, highlighting its benefits for both coaches and clients. It explains different levels of listening and provides techniques to enhance listening skills. The tutorial also covers how to ask empowering questions to facilitate effective coaching sessions.

What is the primary goal of active listening in coaching?

• To control the conversation

• To give advice

• To understand the coachee's desires

• To respond quickly

How does active listening benefit the coachee?

• Makes them feel ignored

• Encourages them to talk less

• Makes them feel valued

• Distracts them from their goals

Which level of listening involves focusing on the coachee's words and emotions?

• Global listening

• Focused listening

• Selective listening

• Internal listening

What is a key technique for active listening?

• Giving unsolicited advice

• Ignoring body language

• Reflecting emotions

• Interrupting frequently

How can a coach ensure they are actively listening?

• By summarizing what the coachee says

• By thinking about their own response

• By focusing on their own emotions

• By planning the next question

What is the purpose of reflecting emotions in active listening?

• To change the coachee's mind

• To validate the coachee's experience

• To redirect the conversation

• To dismiss the coachee's feelings

Why is it important to ask open-ended questions in coaching?

• To limit the coachee's responses

• To explore solutions

• To confirm assumptions

• To end the conversation quickly

What should be avoided when asking questions in coaching?

• Encouraging exploration

• Judgmental language

• Empowering the coachee

• Focusing on solutions

What is the effect of using judgmental language in coaching questions?

• It clarifies the coachee's thoughts

• It can make the coachee defensive

• It encourages openness

• It empowers the coachee

What is a common mistake to avoid in coaching questions?

• Asking for clarification

• Focusing on the coachee's goals

• Encouraging detailed responses

• Using closed-ended questions