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BOOST Global Competence for Advancing
Social Inclusion and Career Paths for
Vulnerable Women
In this sense the BOOST coaching model:
§ relies on the women’s own resources to help them to see and test alternative ways for
improvement of competence, decision making and enhancement of quality of life
§ facilitates’ women learning process by using professional methods and techniques to help
them to improve what is obstructive and nurture what is effective, to reach the desired goals

To achieve the objectives of the BOOST coaching programme professionals are required to observe if
they meet the essential skills that a potential life coach should cover. Following, a set of core
competencies expected in the role of a life coach are presented.

A good coach

§ Ensures ethical practice, based on trust, honesty and confidentially

§ Promotes the process of co-creation of the relationship

§ Establishes and maintains agreements

§ Maintains presence

§ Communicates effectively

§ Has good active listening skills

§ Masters and practices questioning techniques

§ Uses direct communication

§ Evokes awareness

§ Is proficient in designing actions

§ Is proficient in planning and goal setting

§ Is proficient in managing progress and accountability

§ Cultivates learning and growth

§ Facilitates his/her client growth

Source: International Coaching Federation Core Competencies
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FAQ2: Which competencies are addressed in each coaching level?

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