In its most general terms performance coaching is the process to improve an individuals or teams performance in a competitive surrounding, which is achieved through rationally planned and implemented programmes. The main element of that definition is that coaching is a process. It is not just simply one or two isolated and unrelated elements. It is nearly impossible to break down the overall role of coaching in such a way. Instead coaching should be viewed as a process that incorporates the many differing tasks, roles and responsibilities the coach has.

If forced into it’s most simplistic, the coaching process can be broken down into 3 cyclical stages: assessment, planning and implementation.

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