Being an effective listener really goes a long way when working with students and building relationships. A lot of the time, the student just wants to be heard and understood and being an active listener is a sure way to develop a trusting relationship. Knowing the right way to ask questions and give feedback and a huge part of effective communication when it comes to career coaching. Being able to find the positive in any kind of feedback that could be negative with allow the student to know you are on the same team and after the same goal. The OPUS, GROW, and SNIP models are excellent ways to push the career coaching process in a successful way.
