Tara
04-08-03, 11:43 PM
By taking this self-test you will gain a better understanding of whether or not coaching is for you.
Rate the following statements from 1(that’s really not me) to 10 (oh yes that’s so me)
1. Now is a good time for me to begin a coaching program. I have no major psychological, health, financial or housing issues that would interfere with my participation. I am committed to giving 100% to the coaching process and ready to take the steps required to develop and implement the systems that will help me create and live the life I want. { }
2. I know that there are no quick fixes and that I am the one responsible for making the changes that need to be made. I also realize that I do need help making these changes and am not afraid to ask for help, feedback or support from others including my coach. I am ready and willing to do the work required to make the changes I want to make.{ }
3. I am committed to taking my coaching seriously. I know that this means attending meetings and completing any work to the best of my ability as well as paying any fees. I also realize that these things must always be attended/done/submitted on time. { }
4. I will follow through on the things that I say I am going to do. When (if) I do get off track I can be counted on to get back on task. I will use any off task situations as an opportunity to refine, improve and create support systems, which will prevent me from making the same mistakes again. I will not spend more time making excuses than I spend finding solutions.{ }
5. I am willing to try out new ideas and ways of doing things. I can and will regularly take honest and realistic looks at myself and will tell my coach about any difficulties I run into before they snowball into something, which is too big to handle. { }
6.I will communicate in an honest and courteous manner with my coach’s. I understand that taking care of myself is my responsibility{ }
7. I will ask for clarifications when needed and will not beat around the bush when I have taken issue with something. Having said this I will always bring issues up in appropriate and courteous manor. I will focus on solutions and not on blame. { }
8. I am committed to being (as well as to develop my ability to be) mindful of negative and self-defeating behaviors. I understand that change can be slow but I am ready to take the time and the steps required to live well. I can and will stick with it until my new habits have taken root. { }
9. Although I realize that I need help I can and will take credit, giving myself a pat on the back for the work I have done and the things I have achieved. I will not let myself fall into the mindset that my achievements do not count or are somehow fake. { }
10. I can see that there are benefits to coaching and I want to participate. I know that participating in a coaching program is right for me and I have adequate time, energy and funds to do so. Participating in a coaching program will not conflict with any other commitments I have. { }
This test helps determine how coachable you are right now.
SCORING KEY:
10 - 30 Coaching is not right for you at this time. You may
wish to consider seeking out a therapist for specific support
and help.
31 - 50 You are a ready for coaching but will need to pay
close attention to the ground rules and be certain of your
commitment to the coaching process.
51 - 70 Good coaching candidate however you may want to
look at ways of raising your scores on this self-test as it will
help you get more out of the coaching process.
71 - 100 Excellent coaching candidate this is should be a
good fit but be sure to keep things at a reasonable pace.
*The above was adapted by Gerard Montigny (http://www.adhdcanada.ca) from the Coachability Index by Coach-U (http://www.coachinc.com/CoachU/default.asp?s=1) & Madelyn Griffith-Haynie for
The Optimal Functioning Institute (http://www.addcoach.com)
Rate the following statements from 1(that’s really not me) to 10 (oh yes that’s so me)
1. Now is a good time for me to begin a coaching program. I have no major psychological, health, financial or housing issues that would interfere with my participation. I am committed to giving 100% to the coaching process and ready to take the steps required to develop and implement the systems that will help me create and live the life I want. { }
2. I know that there are no quick fixes and that I am the one responsible for making the changes that need to be made. I also realize that I do need help making these changes and am not afraid to ask for help, feedback or support from others including my coach. I am ready and willing to do the work required to make the changes I want to make.{ }
3. I am committed to taking my coaching seriously. I know that this means attending meetings and completing any work to the best of my ability as well as paying any fees. I also realize that these things must always be attended/done/submitted on time. { }
4. I will follow through on the things that I say I am going to do. When (if) I do get off track I can be counted on to get back on task. I will use any off task situations as an opportunity to refine, improve and create support systems, which will prevent me from making the same mistakes again. I will not spend more time making excuses than I spend finding solutions.{ }
5. I am willing to try out new ideas and ways of doing things. I can and will regularly take honest and realistic looks at myself and will tell my coach about any difficulties I run into before they snowball into something, which is too big to handle. { }
6.I will communicate in an honest and courteous manner with my coach’s. I understand that taking care of myself is my responsibility{ }
7. I will ask for clarifications when needed and will not beat around the bush when I have taken issue with something. Having said this I will always bring issues up in appropriate and courteous manor. I will focus on solutions and not on blame. { }
8. I am committed to being (as well as to develop my ability to be) mindful of negative and self-defeating behaviors. I understand that change can be slow but I am ready to take the time and the steps required to live well. I can and will stick with it until my new habits have taken root. { }
9. Although I realize that I need help I can and will take credit, giving myself a pat on the back for the work I have done and the things I have achieved. I will not let myself fall into the mindset that my achievements do not count or are somehow fake. { }
10. I can see that there are benefits to coaching and I want to participate. I know that participating in a coaching program is right for me and I have adequate time, energy and funds to do so. Participating in a coaching program will not conflict with any other commitments I have. { }
This test helps determine how coachable you are right now.
SCORING KEY:
10 - 30 Coaching is not right for you at this time. You may
wish to consider seeking out a therapist for specific support
and help.
31 - 50 You are a ready for coaching but will need to pay
close attention to the ground rules and be certain of your
commitment to the coaching process.
51 - 70 Good coaching candidate however you may want to
look at ways of raising your scores on this self-test as it will
help you get more out of the coaching process.
71 - 100 Excellent coaching candidate this is should be a
good fit but be sure to keep things at a reasonable pace.
*The above was adapted by Gerard Montigny (http://www.adhdcanada.ca) from the Coachability Index by Coach-U (http://www.coachinc.com/CoachU/default.asp?s=1) & Madelyn Griffith-Haynie for
The Optimal Functioning Institute (http://www.addcoach.com)