Coaching is often depicted as being a simple and linear process by which goals are agreed, acted upon and attained. While goals may appear to remain stable over the course of a coaching assignment, the reality is often very different. Full Research Bulletin (7 pages)  

Three-way meetings between coach, coachee and line manager are a common component of coaching assignments these days. The objective of these meetings is usually expressed as being to align coachee and line manager around goals, thereby ensuring that coaching is aligned to the organization’s needs.

The ‘Standards Australia Guidelines for Coaching in Organizations’ states categorically: “All coaches should be engaged in professional supervision.” We’re not so sure. Full Research Bulletin (6 pages)