What feedback models prioritize coachee growth over performance?

1 Growth-oriented feedback

Growth-oriented feedback is a feedback model that aims to foster a growth mindset in the coachee, rather than a fixed mindset. A growth mindset is the belief that one can improve one's abilities and skills through effort and learning, while a fixed mindset is the belief that one's talents and potential are innate and unchangeable. Growth-oriented feedback encourages the coachee to see feedback as an opportunity to learn and grow, rather than as a judgment or a threat. It also helps the coachee to identify their strengths and areas for improvement, and to set specific and challenging goals for themselves.

2 The SBI model

The SBI model is a feedback model that stands for Situation, Behavior, and Impact. It is a simple and effective way to give feedback that focuses on observable facts and consequences, rather than opinions or interpretations. The SBI model helps the coachee to understand the context, the actions, and the results of their behavior, and how it affects themselves and others. It also allows the coach to avoid personal attacks or vague statements, and to provide concrete examples and evidence. The SBI model can be used to give both positive and constructive feedback, and to invite the coachee to share their perspective and suggestions.

3 The COIN model

The COIN model is a feedback model that stands for Context, Observation, Impact, and Next steps. It is similar to the SBI model, but it adds an extra step to help the coachee to plan and commit to actions that will improve their performance and development. The COIN model helps the coachee to recognize the situation, the facts, the effects, and the options of their behavior, and to collaborate with the coach on finding solutions and strategies. The COIN model can also be used to give both positive and constructive feedback, and to empower the coachee to take ownership and responsibility for their growth.

4 The GROW model

The GROW model is a feedback model that stands for Goal, Reality, Options, and Will. It is a popular and widely used coaching framework that helps the coachee to define their desired outcomes, assess their current situation, explore their possible actions, and commit to their chosen steps. The GROW model helps the coachee to align their feedback with their goals, and to use feedback as a source of motivation and guidance. It also helps the coach to facilitate the coachee's thinking and decision-making, rather than telling them what to do or how to do it.

6 Here’s what else to consider

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