Assessment in Coaching

In this chapter, we begin by outlining different types of assessment, concentrating in the world of work. Next, we consider the results of a survey investigating the current usage of different assessment instruments in a coaching context. We then discuss the circumstances when assessment instruments should (or should not) be used. Following this, we outline how to use different assessments within the coaching process and, finally, future trends are considered. We illustrate our argument with figures and text boxes with examples or case studies to provide impetus for self-reflection to our readers

What assessments do coaches use in their practice and why

This short research note commences with a review of the limited literature on psychometrics in coaching. It then presents results from a survey of over 100 UK and international coaches, and thus extends the findings presented as a poster at the first European Coaching Psychology Conference in December 2008. We note that psychometrics are of benefit to coach, coachee and the coaching process and highlight avenues for future research

What assessments do coaches use in their practice and why?

This short research note commences with a review of the limited literature on psychometrics in coaching. It then presents results from a survey of over 100 UK and international coaches, and thus extends the findings presented as a poster at the first European Coaching Psychology Conference in December 2008. We note that psychometrics are of benefit to coach, coachee and the coaching process and highlight avenues for future research