A model is just a framework that navigates a route through a coaching session between a coach and coachee. It also provides a focus for the conversation.

At its simplest a coaching model could be that of a journey from A to B. A coach might use this model to ask three questions to define the work that will take place.

• Where are you now?
• Where do you want to get to?
• How are you going to get there?

Some coaches use the GROW Whitmore (2002) model. GROW stands for

• Goal
• Reality
• Options
• Wrap-up/ Will

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