Abstract
This study has three primary purposes. First, it establishes and introduces the Executive Coaching Work Behavior Survey and takes the initial steps in validating this instrument. This study then explores the frequency of specific work behaviors executive coaches use in their client interactions. Next, it examines the variability in these behaviors based on demographic factors. The Executive Coaching Work Behavior Survey is shown to measure three factors: Coach-focused/Administrative (2) Subsequent/Active Intervention, and (3) Relationship Focused. One hundred thirty executive coaches affiliated with a major global leadership training and development organization were surveyed. Significant differences in coaching behavior occur based on some demographic variables measured.