Subject, Scaling, Target identification, Emotion, Perception, Plan and pace, Adapt or act

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A six-stage coaching model, often abbreviated to STEPPA, with sometimes the ‘Plan and pace’ stage being separated out as two separate stages. This is a useful coaching model for gaining the emotional commitment of a coachee.

1. Define the subject matter which is to be explored. This avoids going off on a tangent.
2. Define the aim of the session, which will be within the defined subject identified in stage 1. Use SMART statements.
3. Engage the coachee to gain emotional commitment. Ensure there is ‘buy-in’ by the coachee.
4. Explore the bigger picture helping the coachee to understand interconnectedness between themes. This will help them identify a range of options and choices to consider.
5. Identify the different steps needed to achieve the outcome. Realistic planning, with milestones, and timescales are needed.
6. The final stage is to take action. Reflect on the plan and either act on it or adapt it as necessary after further reflection, for example, by adjusting the timescale.