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Coaching with the IDI® Toolkit: An Intercultural Coaching Guide for IDI Qualified Administrators
As an IDI Qualified Administrator, you know that facilitating meaningful intercultural growth conversations can be both rewarding and complex. The Coaching with the IDI Toolkit is a 50-page resource created to support your work by providing practical, field-tested guidance for using the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) as a foundation for coaching.
Packed with structured tools, powerful coaching questions, and real-world case studies, this workbook is designed to help you:
Confidently frame developmental conversations around IDI results.
Support individuals in deepening their intercultural competence.
Anticipate and navigate common challenges that arise in intercultural coaching.
Whether you’re coaching one-on-one, working with managers, or facilitating broader development programs, the toolkit equips you with practical strategies to make IDI conversations more impactful, structured, and sustainable.
What’s Inside the Toolkit
Here’s a look at the full Table of Contents:
01. Introduction
An overview of the toolkit and how to use it effectively.
02. Coaching Foundations
Core definitions and key competencies for building your coaching skills.
03. The Coaching Conversation
Frameworks and sample questions to structure meaningful dialogue.
04. Developmental Coaching Maps
Practical tips for meeting individuals at different stages of the Intercultural Development Continuum (IDC).
05. Coaching with the IDP
Suggested coaching sessions for coaching through the Intercultural Development Plan.
06. Navigating Challenges
Strategies for managing resistance, emotions, and skepticism.
07. Case Studies
Real-world coaching scenarios you can learn from and adapt.
08. Resources
Additional recommendations for books, coaching demos, and podcasts.
Please note: This is a pdf download. No physical product will be shipped to you.
This toolkit was independently created and is not affiliated with or endorsed by IDI LLC.
Testimonials
I highly recommend this workbook for IDI QAs at all levels of experience. It is an excellent resource that I will use often. I especially appreciated the reflective questions for coaches, how the workbook connects coaching strategies to each developmental orientation and the section on navigating challenges.
Phyllis Richards, IDI QA, Director of Practice Excellence-Leadership and Organizational Development
I found this toolkit to be a valuable resource. The coaching questions were practical and powerful, and I appreciated how thoughtfully they were designed to guide meaningful conversations. What stood out most was how well the toolkit prepares a new coach for success. It breaks down complex processes into clear, actionable steps while still encouraging authentic dialogue. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to strengthen your skills, this resource provides the confidence and structure you need to coach effectively with the IDI.
Kim Walters, Cultural Engagement Specialist
This coaching resource does an excellent job of clarifying the purpose and role of a coach, while offering a deeper and more nuanced exploration of the Intercultural Development Continuum (IDC) and how we can be more intentional when coaching toward greater intercultural competence. It serves as a thorough, accessible, and well-organized reference—detailed yet easy to navigate. I see this as a truly valuable resource for anyone supporting intercultural growth with their coachees.
Omkar Sawardekar, Trainer, Intercultural Coach, and Organizational Consultant
As an IDI Qualified Administrator, you know that facilitating meaningful intercultural growth conversations can be both rewarding and complex. The Coaching with the IDI Toolkit is a 50-page resource created to support your work by providing practical, field-tested guidance for using the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) as a foundation for coaching.
Packed with structured tools, powerful coaching questions, and real-world case studies, this workbook is designed to help you:
Confidently frame developmental conversations around IDI results.
Support individuals in deepening their intercultural competence.
Anticipate and navigate common challenges that arise in intercultural coaching.
Whether you’re coaching one-on-one, working with managers, or facilitating broader development programs, the toolkit equips you with practical strategies to make IDI conversations more impactful, structured, and sustainable.
What’s Inside the Toolkit
Here’s a look at the full Table of Contents:
01. Introduction
An overview of the toolkit and how to use it effectively.
02. Coaching Foundations
Core definitions and key competencies for building your coaching skills.
03. The Coaching Conversation
Frameworks and sample questions to structure meaningful dialogue.
04. Developmental Coaching Maps
Practical tips for meeting individuals at different stages of the Intercultural Development Continuum (IDC).
05. Coaching with the IDP
Suggested coaching sessions for coaching through the Intercultural Development Plan.
06. Navigating Challenges
Strategies for managing resistance, emotions, and skepticism.
07. Case Studies
Real-world coaching scenarios you can learn from and adapt.
08. Resources
Additional recommendations for books, coaching demos, and podcasts.
Please note: This is a pdf download. No physical product will be shipped to you.
This toolkit was independently created and is not affiliated with or endorsed by IDI LLC.
Testimonials
I highly recommend this workbook for IDI QAs at all levels of experience. It is an excellent resource that I will use often. I especially appreciated the reflective questions for coaches, how the workbook connects coaching strategies to each developmental orientation and the section on navigating challenges.
Phyllis Richards, IDI QA, Director of Practice Excellence-Leadership and Organizational Development
I found this toolkit to be a valuable resource. The coaching questions were practical and powerful, and I appreciated how thoughtfully they were designed to guide meaningful conversations. What stood out most was how well the toolkit prepares a new coach for success. It breaks down complex processes into clear, actionable steps while still encouraging authentic dialogue. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to strengthen your skills, this resource provides the confidence and structure you need to coach effectively with the IDI.
Kim Walters, Cultural Engagement Specialist
This coaching resource does an excellent job of clarifying the purpose and role of a coach, while offering a deeper and more nuanced exploration of the Intercultural Development Continuum (IDC) and how we can be more intentional when coaching toward greater intercultural competence. It serves as a thorough, accessible, and well-organized reference—detailed yet easy to navigate. I see this as a truly valuable resource for anyone supporting intercultural growth with their coachees.
Omkar Sawardekar, Trainer, Intercultural Coach, and Organizational Consultant

