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Coaching: Importance - CORRECT ANSWER - The Marine Corps' vision of
leading is less concerned with rank, self-identity, recognition, or privilege than
with the essence of our Corps —the individual Marine and the unyielding
determination to persevere. Our vision of leading is linked directly to our common
vision of warfighting, which needs leaders devoted to leading, capable of
independent and bold action, who are willing and eager to assume new and
sometimes daunting responsibilities, and willing to take selfless risks because the
Corps must succeed.
Coaching, Counseling, Mentoring - CORRECT ANSWER - Enabling marines to
assume progressively greater responsibilities.
Coaching Methodology - CORRECT ANSWER - The coaching methodology
complements a leader's existing knowledge toward developing leadership in
subordinate leaders.
Coaching defined - CORRECT ANSWER - Coaching is defined as a process of
ongoing observation and encouragement for a Marine's personal and professional
growth. It occurs on a daily basis and provides informal feedback, documentation,
and communication of goals focused on the development of the Marine.
Improved competence is the desired outcome of coaching. The coaching
methodology uses interpersonal interaction to impart techniques and improve the
recipient's ability to accomplish their goals. Coaching occurs whenever an
individual provides a fellow Marine with the benefit of their experience.
,Coaching is a continuous process. - CORRECT ANSWER - Coaching is a
continuous process. It occurs during training while Marines show others how to
perform actions during the course of their duties or the accomplishment of their
missions. While Marines carry out tasks, coaching is applied to improve the
efficiency and effectiveness of their work and simultaneously develop subordinate
leaders confidence and knowledge base.
The true value of training. - CORRECT ANSWER - The true value of any
training is not so much the training itself, but the change in behavior that should
result from learning. Performance is not so much about what you know as it is
about what you do with what you know.
Coaching is a process. - CORRECT ANSWER - Coaching is a process that
enhances potential in individuals to improve performance. It is about helping
someone learn rather than drilling them on memorization.
Coaching uses: - CORRECT ANSWER - Hard leadership skills:
- Goal setting
-Reviewing performance
Soft leadership skills:
- Believing in potential
- Developing self-belief.
It is often about addressing the "attitude or motivation of an individual," which all
too regularly limits their performance, progress, and potential.
,Setting Goals - CORRECT ANSWER - Using the S.M.A.R.T. method of setting
goals empowers subordinate leaders to influence coaching outcomes.
Additionally, developing goals should be treated as Marines treat mission
statements. Therefore, include a proper in order to (IOT) at the end of your set
goals.
Characteristics of Goals - CORRECT ANSWER - SMART
Specific: The goals must be clear (PT, education)
Measurable: Check progress and hold accountable
Attainable: Relevant, manageable, and challenging
Realistic: Tools and abilities to accomplish
Timely: Provides focus and accountability
Setting Goals: Hard Leadership skill - CORRECT ANSWER - Setting goals
empowers us to take control over our own circumstances and gives us control to
affect what happens in our lives. Additionally, it fosters leader development
through engaged leadership, which encourages personal accountability and
motivation for enhanced time management.
When you are setting goals it is important to: - CORRECT ANSWER - -
Prioritize the basics (MOS competencies, PME, PT, family readiness).
- Design a plan for achieving your goals.
- Continuously assess results and adjust your plan as needed.
, Goal Pyramid - CORRECT ANSWER - - Prioritize Daily
- Plan Weekly
- Set Goals
- identify Mission Values
Reviewing Performance: Hard Leadership skill - CORRECT ANSWER - After
you create and document SMART goals with a plan for reaching them, engaged
leadership becomes easier and more focused.
Assessing Progress - CORRECT ANSWER - Assessing progress is where small
unit leaders truly get to know and understand their Marines. By using a
recommended goals form or a locally produced version, documenting these
SMART goals sets a standard of assessment. Additionally, leaders have the
opportunity to ensure these goals are balanced against all other competing factors
of their Marines' time. The foundational key to setting and meeting these goals
centers on the fact that the Marine is in control of achieving them. If adjustments to
existing goals need to be made, leaders are involved in reinforcing or advising the
adjustments.
"Equipment is useful only if it improves combat effectiveness"
MCDP-1
Believing in Potential: Soft Leadership skill - CORRECT ANSWER - Coaching
is not a short-term fix; it is a long-term solution to help a person unlock their true
potential and maximize their own performance through instilling confidence.