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GROW Model for Coaching Conversations
A 30-min conversation with a report: Goal, Reality, Options, Will — to grow their thinking instead of giving answers.
Goal
Shift the leader from "problem-solver" to "question-asker", growing the report instead of creating dependence.
Steps
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Book 30 min with the report. Start: "What topic would you like to think through together today?"
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Report leaves with a specific 24-hour step, theirs not yours — with genuine emotional commitment.
Evidence base
School: Performance Coaching
Founders: John Whitmore · Graham Alexander (1992)
Coined by John Whitmore & Graham Alexander in "Coaching for Performance" (1992). Foundation of certified coaching at International Coach Federation.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "GROW Model for Coaching Conversations" take?
This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.
When will I notice the effect of "GROW Model for Coaching Conversations"?
Report leaves with a specific 24-hour step, theirs not yours — with genuine emotional commitment. In the short term: Within 4-6 sessions, report starts asking themselves questions before coming to you.
Is "GROW Model for Coaching Conversations" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Performance Coaching (John Whitmore, Graham Alexander (1992)). Coined by John Whitmore & Graham Alexander in "Coaching for Performance" (1992). Foundation of certified coaching at International Coach Federation.
Is "GROW Model for Coaching Conversations" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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