Further, failure to understand the client's specific circumstances could end up frustrating the coaching process thus bringing about negative coaching outcomes. Closely related to this is the underestimation or overestimation of the problems or abilities of the client. The application of poor coaching techniques is yet another factor which could bring about negative coaching outcomes. Poor application of coaching techniques has got to do with poor methods selection as well as implementation, inaccurate assessment etc.
Other factors which could frustrate the realization of positive coaching outcomes include but are not limited to failure by the organization to allocate sufficient resources needed to sustain the coaching program, lack of support from top management as well as an organization culture indifferent to coaching.
Conclusion
Based on the discussion above, it can be noted that the relevance of the various key competencies required for coaching cannot...
Indeed, it is these competencies that facilitate positive coaching outcomes. With that in mind, prior to commencing a coaching undertaking, there is need for a coach to undertake a self-assessment for these core competencies.
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