Coaching Question Bank

 Because telling isn’t leading - and sometimes you just need a better question.

When managers don’t know what to ask, they default to advice.
Or silence.
Or “How’s it going?” (cue vague shrug).

This one-pager gives you a bank of real, usable coaching questions to unlock better conversations - whether you’re in a 1:1, a debrief, or a spontaneous hallway moment.

What's Inside  

• Thoughtful, flexible questions for real moments
• Categories: understanding, reflection, forward motion, and emotional insight
• No jargon, no therapy voice - just questions that get people thinking
• A quick coaching reset for when you’re tired but still want to show up well

Why It Works

• Helps you coach without sounding like a robot
• Turns awkward pauses into real insight
• Supports reflection and action
• Makes space for people to feel seen—and take ownership