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Try these strategies to teach your coachee the power of goal-setting so they’ll eventually learn how to work to achieve their best.
Talk to your coachee about how good it feels to accomplish something that they've worked toward. Then, discuss how these same techniques can be used to meet other challenges.
Help your coachee think of a fun goal they could achieve within a short time. Maybe she could finish a book she started or complete a craft project. You can use a Goal Ladder.
As much as you might want your child to make the honor roll, it’s best to let your kid decide what she wants to achieve. Then you can help her make a plan.
Obviously, some goals require more input from you. If learning to figure skate is your kid’s dream, you’re going to have to help her set and achieve her targets. If parents find they’re nagging or getting angry that their child isn’t working hard enough to meet a goal, that’s a signal they need to back off.
If your coachee says, “I wish I could win a prize in the science fair this year,” use it as an opportunity to assist him in creating a plan.
Show your coachee how to set their own goals by following the helpful tips on the 'Identifying Goals' page.
It can be easy to underestimate how hard it can be to meet a goal, and your coachee may get frustrated and discouraged when they fall short. Be encouraging but realistic.
Point out the challenges and the dedication it will require. The idea isn’t to make the goal seem too daunting, but rather to share in the seriousness of the undertaking by helping plan it out.
As your coachee begins to set goals and work toward them, don’t forget the compliments. Say something like, “I’m really impressed, when you care about something you really go after it!” (see Rewards below).