Certified Executive Leadership Coach (CELC)

Question 1

In an executive coaching context involving a sponsoring organization, which of the following is the MOST critical element to clarify in the initial coaching agreement?

The specific business metrics the coaching is expected to improve. The frequency and format of coaching sessions. The boundaries of confidentiality among the coach, the executive, and the sponsor. The coach's preferred coaching models and theoretical approach.

Correct Answer:

The boundaries of confidentiality among the coach, the executive, and the sponsor.

Question 2

A Certified Executive Leadership Coach is creating a coaching agreement. According to the International Coach Federation (ICF), the agreement should address the coaching relationship at two distinct levels. What are these two levels?

The legal contract and the informal verbal understanding. The agreement for the overall engagement and the agreement for each specific session. The agreement with the individual executive and the agreement with their direct reports. The financial agreement and the developmental goals agreement.

Correct Answer:

The agreement for the overall engagement and the agreement for each specific session.

Question 3

An executive client is unclear on the difference between coaching, consulting, and therapy. Which of the following is the BEST action for the coach to take during the agreement phase?

Provide a brief definition of each and move on to the coaching goals. Recommend the client try all three services to understand the difference. Clearly communicate the distinctions and the specific parameters of the coaching relationship, and refer the client to another professional if their needs are outside the scope of coaching. Ignore the client's confusion, assuming it will become clear as the coaching progresses.

Correct Answer:

Clearly communicate the distinctions and the specific parameters of the coaching relationship, and refer the client to another professional if their needs are outside the scope of coaching.

Question 4

You are a CELC coach beginning an engagement with a new executive. During the initial meeting to build the coaching agreement, the executive says, 'Just tell me what I need to do to get this promotion. I don't have time for a lot of discussion.' What is the most effective coaching approach in this situation?

Agree to their request and provide a list of recommended actions to demonstrate value. Explain that coaching is a collaborative process and partner with them to define measurable outcomes and their role in achieving them. Suggest that the executive may not be ready for coaching and propose postponing the engagement. Immediately provide a direct assessment of their leadership style based on this initial comment.

Correct Answer:

Explain that coaching is a collaborative process and partner with them to define measurable outcomes and their role in achieving them.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a required component of a comprehensive executive coaching agreement?

A detailed outline of the coach's proprietary coaching model and all associated exercises. Clauses covering fees, scheduling, and cancellation policies. A statement on confidentiality and its limits. The roles and responsibilities of both the coach and the client.

Correct Answer:

A detailed outline of the coach's proprietary coaching model and all associated exercises.

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