S1 Episode 19: The Power of STOKeRS in Coaching Conversations with Claire Pedrick MCC

Su Blanch ACC talks to 3D's founding partner Claire Pedrick MCC about the origin of STOKeRS questions, designed to facilitate transformational conversations in coaching. Claire explains the origin, its significance in creating a partnership between coach and thinker, and how it can be applied in various contexts beyond coaching. The conversation emphasises the importance of asking the right questions in the right order to foster a future-focused and optimistic dialogue, ultimately leading to more effective coaching outcomes.

takeaways

• Transformational conversations lead to deeper insights and understanding.
• The term 'stoker' symbolizes the supportive role in a coaching relationship.
• Effective coaching requires clarity on the conversation's purpose before diving in.
• The order of questions in STOKeRS is crucial for effective dialogue.
• STOKeRS can be applied in various contexts, not just coaching.
• Future-focused questions encourage optimism and forward movement.
• Listening to people is essential for effective coaching.
• The STOKeRS framework helps create a safe space for exploration.
• Coaching is about partnership and co-creation of the conversation.

 

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Keywords

coaching, Stokers, transformational conversations, coaching framework, coaching questions, partnership, performance management, coaching development, 3D Coaching, Claire Pedrick