A question I like to ask my clients:
“If you could snap your fingers and have the life that you want one year from today, what would it look like?
(I give the exact date, IE: March 24th, 2023, since it seems to have more impact that way)
I like this question because it forces the client to slow down and think, which is something that few people take time to do nowadays.
Besides giving them clarity on their goals, it also gives them the motivational warm and fuzzies – and they’re more likely to take action when they’re feeling good.
Other coaches take it a step further…
One I know keeps a genie lamp on her desk and asks her clients: “If a genie granted you one wish, what would you ask for?”
This relaxes the client and taps into their creative side so she can get down to business coaching the client through what they uncovered.
I’m not suggesting that you have to run out and buy props to be a good coach, but I do like her approach.
If your clients are having trouble getting clarity, try my question (or if you meet clients in-person, consider investing in a genie lamp).
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Marc Mawhinney