Question

During a hybrid project, a mid-level developer approaches the project manager repeatedly asking whether her approach to a design problem is 'correct' before she takes any action. She is technically capable but seems anxious about making the wrong choice. The project manager wants to strengthen her confidence and decision-making over time. Which response best reflects a coaching mindset?

Accepted Answer

Ask open-ended questions that help her evaluate the trade-offs of her options and arrive at her own decision.

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Give her the exact solution each time she asks so she can complete the work quickly and reduce her anxiety.

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Assign her only well-defined, low-risk tasks until she demonstrates she can decide independently.

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Tell her to stop asking and to trust herself, then move on to other priorities.