Questions and Answers
What is the primary purpose of coaching?
Mentoring is typically aimed at improving specific skills quickly.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Coaching = Focused skill improvement Mentoring = Long-term professional guidance Pigmalion Effect = High expectations lead to better outcomes Performance = The execution of tasks or skills
Which of the following is NOT a common outcome of the Pigmalion effect?
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The Pigmalion effect only applies to educational settings.
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In the example provided, how did the coach's expectations affect Chris and Joe?
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The Rosenthal experiment demonstrated that rats could perform better if their trainers expected them to.
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Study Notes
Coaching vs Mentoring
- Coaching targets specific skill improvement and is effective for short-term goals related to performance, task management, and leadership development.
- Mentoring focuses on broader personal and professional development over a longer duration, providing career guidance and long-term support.
- Mentoring is especially valuable for newcomers and those aiming to advance in their careers by leveraging insights from experienced individuals.
The Pygmalion Effect
- The Pygmalion Effect suggests that high expectations lead to improved performance, whereas low expectations result in poorer outcomes.
- Coaches and mentors with high expectations can positively influence their mentees, who then internalize these beliefs and improve.
- Conversely, low expectations can lead mentees to accept negative labels and perform below their potential.
Illustrative Example
- In a basketball scenario, a coach's beliefs about two players influence their performance: the coach believes in Chris's potential (leading to support and increased effort) but doubts Joe's abilities (resulting in less attention and lower motivation).
- Chris thrives due to positive reinforcement, while Joe's lack of encouragement leads to decreased performance and commitment.
Rosenthal Experiment
- The Pygmalion Effect is encapsulated in the Rosenthal experiments, where expectations significantly influenced performance in both animals and humans.
- In the first study, rats labeled as "intelligent" performed better due to the expectations set by their coaches, despite being the same as the "dumb" rats.
- In an educational setting, elementary school teachers were misled about certain students' potential, resulting in significant performance improvements for those children by the year’s end.
Conclusion
- The theory emphasizes that beliefs about others' capabilities influence behaviors and outcomes.
- Recognizing the impact of expectations can help mitigate negative influences on performance.
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Test your understanding of the differences between coaching and mentoring. This quiz covers when to use each approach, focusing on skills improvement and broader personal development. Discover how these strategies can enhance performance and leadership skills.
