Academic Workshop Quiz

What is one of the session objectives related to coaching and mentoring?

• Learn about financial management

• Describe the difference between coaching and mentoring

• Understand the history of leadership

• Explore new technology trends

Why is coaching and mentoring important according to the session objectives?

• It helps in learning new languages

• It improves individual and organisational performance

• It focuses on artistic skills

• It enhances cooking abilities

What are coaching and mentoring used for according to the text?

• To entertain employees

• To enhance an individual’s skills, knowledge, or work performance

• To reduce work hours

• To increase company profits

How are coaching and mentoring described in the text?

• As a form of punishment

• As a widespread development tool and performance management technique

• As a way to avoid work

• As a method to increase stress

What does coaching usually focus on?

• Cooking skills

• Specific skills and goals

• Painting techniques

• Gardening tips

According to the document, what is one impact coaching may have on an individual?

• Increase in height

• Better handwriting

• Improved social interaction or confidence

• Faster running speed

What is coaching recognized as a crucial means to achieve?

• Achieve results

• Improve teamwork

• Increase profits

• Reduce costs

In which context is coaching recognized as crucial according to Parsloe, 1999?

• Rapid change

• Slow growth

• Stable environment

• Declining market

What was the aim of transferring coaching from the sporting field according to Evered and Selmen, 1989?

• Improving performance

• Reducing stress

• Increasing sales

• Enhancing creativity

During the 1970s and 1980s, what did coaching focus on as part of a general movement?

• Employee development

• Cost reduction

• Product innovation

• Market expansion