How can you develop self-awareness when working towards coaching goals?

2 Define your desired outcomes

The next step is to define your desired outcomes. This means setting clear and specific goals that align with your values and vision, and that challenge you to grow and improve. You can use the SMART framework to help you with this, which stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. By defining your desired outcomes, you will have a clear direction and purpose for your coaching journey, and you will be able to track your progress and achievements.

3 Identify your gaps and opportunities

The third step is to identify your gaps and opportunities. This means comparing your current situation with your desired outcomes, and finding out what you need to learn, change, or develop to reach them. You can use the SWOT analysis to help you with this, which stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. By identifying your gaps and opportunities, you will be able to prioritize your actions and focus on the most important and impactful areas for your coaching goals.

4 Create your action plan

The fourth step is to create your action plan. This means outlining the specific steps and strategies that you will take to close your gaps and seize your opportunities. You can use the GROW model to help you with this, which stands for Goal, Reality, Options, and Will. By creating your action plan, you will have a concrete and realistic roadmap for your coaching journey, and you will be able to commit to your actions and hold yourself accountable.

5 Monitor and evaluate your results

The fifth step is to monitor and evaluate your results. This means measuring and reviewing your performance and outcomes against your goals and expectations, and assessing your strengths and weaknesses, your values and motivations, your emotions and behaviors, and your impact on others. You can use various tools and methods to help you with this, such as feedback, surveys, tests, journals, or coaching sessions. The key is to be reflective and constructive, and to celebrate your successes and learn from your failures.

6 Seek feedback and support

The sixth step is to seek feedback and support. This means asking for and receiving constructive and honest input from others who can help you to improve your self-awareness and achieve your coaching goals. You can seek feedback and support from various sources, such as your coach, your peers, your mentors, your colleagues, or your friends. The key is to be receptive and appreciative, and to use the feedback and support to enhance your performance and well-being.

7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?