Das Abstract lautet wie folgt:
There is growing evidence that coaching is effective.
However, little is known about the process variables critical for coaching
success. This article investigates the role of the two interpersonal behaviour
dimensions affiliation and dominance in the formation of a positive coaching
relationship and in coaching success. The interaction of 33 coach-client dyads was videotaped during their first coaching session. The
verbal and non-verbal affiliation and dominance behaviour of both actors was
analysed with the Discussing Coding System. Findings show that a coach’s
dominance behaviour in the first session predicts positive ratings by the client
concerning goal attainment at the end of the five-session-coaching process.
Similarity of coach and client in terms of dominance and affiliation predicts positive
ratings by the client on relationship quality and goal attainment. Practical
implications and limitations are discussed.
Keywords: coaching relationship; relationship quality; interpersonal interaction; nonverbal
behaviour; dominance; affiliation; dyad