Directing: The advisor provides specific instructions and direction, and manages task completion.
Use this style with students that have little previous experience and need help developing the skills needed for their position.
Coaching: The advisor continues to direct and closely supervise task accomplishment, but also
explains decisions, solicits suggestions, and supports progress. Use this style with students when
commitment is needed but the decision is not open to student influence.
Supporting: The advisor facilitates and supports the efforts toward task accomplishments and shares
responsibilities for decision making with the student. Use this style with students that are just starting to understand the concepts that will lead to success.
Delegating: The advisor empowers the students to conduct their own decision making, problem
solving, and delegating. Use this style with students that are at a high level of preparedness.