Develop Suborinates

Question 1

What are the Four Stages Counseling Process

Answer 1

Stage 1: Identify the need for counseling
Stage 2: Prepare for counseling
Stage 3: Conduct Counseling
Stage 4: Follow-up

Question 2

Three approaches to counseling

Answer 2

Directive, Non-directive, and Combined

Question 3

Techniques to use during direct approach

Answer 3

Corrective training
Commanding

Question 4

Counseling form

Answer 4

DA Form 4856

Question 5

How do you identify the need for counseling?

Answer 5

Required evaluation or Command Directed
Counsel whenever focused, two-way communication aimed at subordinates development is needed

Question 6

How do you prepare for Counseling?

Answer 6

Select suitable place
Schedule the time
Notify the subordinate in advance
Outline the Counseling session
Organize information and draft a plan of action
Plan the counseling strategy
Establish the right atmosphere

Question 7

How do you conduct the counseling session?

Answer 7

Open the Session
Discuss the issues
Develop a plan of action
record and close the session

Question 8

What is required when following up?

Answer 8

Support subordinate in implementing the plan
Provide additional time, referrals and other resources
Teach, coach mentor
Modify the initial plan of action to meet goals
Assess plan of action

Question 9

Counseling techniques leaders may use during the Non-directive or combined approach.

Answer 9

Suggesting alternatives
Recommending
Persuading
Advising

Question 10

What are the four parts of the DA form 4856

Answer 10

Part I: Administrative Data
Part II: Background Information
Part III: Summary of the counseling and Plan of action
Part IV: Assessment of Plan of Action