Coaching is a real time intervention by another person (coach) designed to raise the awareness of an individual (coachee) so that s/he can improve performance in a defined task.  There are two prevalent models of coaching:

Traditional coaching

• This model relies heavily on giving people feedback and helping them use that feedback.

Developmental coaching

• The more recent model that has a lot in common with developmental mentoring.
• It helps the learner access their own innate skills and knowledge and provide their own feedback, through self-observation and reflection.

In setting up a coaching programme, the return on time spent will be greatly enhanced if the coachee is well prepared. Launched in March, 2011, a new Guide for Coachees – how to optimise your coaching journey, is an excellent starting point for the coaching. Marketing flyer – Coachee Guide