Positive Psychological Coaching Tools and Techniques: A Systematic Review and Classification.

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Professional Development
• Coaching Science

Background:

• Positive Psychological Coaching (PPC) is a growing field focused on enhancing professional growth.
• A recent 5-phase PPC model exists, but practical application guidance for each phase is lacking.
• Understanding specific tools and techniques for operationalizing PPC phases is crucial for practitioners.

Approach:

• Conducted a systematic literature review to identify coaching tools and techniques within PPC literature.
• Employed an iterative heuristic classification process to map identified tools and techniques to a 5-phase PPC model.
• Analyzed 24 peer-reviewed publications, extracting 117 distinct coaching tools condensed into 18 overarching techniques.

Key Points:

• Identified 117 coaching tools, categorized into 18 distinct techniques applicable to positive psychological coaching.
• Most identified techniques and tools demonstrated utility across at least two phases of the PPC model.
• Expert opinions varied regarding the optimal timing and application of specific techniques within the PPC process.

Conclusions:

• This study provides a structured framework of PPC tools and techniques linked to a 5-phase model.
• Offers practical guidelines for researchers and practitioners to effectively facilitate positive psychological coaching.
• Addresses the gap in knowledge regarding the operationalization of PPC phases, enhancing its practical application.