Level One Coaching communicates at the level of the Conscious Mind.
It is a Dependent Relationship where the Coachee depends on the Coach to move them forward.
It is about developing a better future based on the past experience of the Coach.
It is an intellectual exercise that is most beneficial for problem-solving.
Problem-solving is an essential pre-requisite to professional development.
A level one Coach is often called a Mentor.
A Mentor-Coach has prior knowledge and experience of the standards and the boundaries required for the Coachee to achieve their desired goals.
They can see a clear picture of where the client wants to be and how to get them there.
The Coachee will need motivation from the Coach to overcome any resistance to change.
The Coach’s main skill is to strategise.
The essential attribute of the Coach is their rational and emotional intelligence.