Framework Card
COIN Model
A four step method for delivering feedback through Context, Observation, Impact, and Next Steps.
Context
Observation
Impact
Next Steps
How to Give Proper Feedback?
Have you ever faced a tough conversation at work, maybe delivering feedback or resolving a misunderstanding, and struggled to find the right words? It’s easy to get stuck between being too blunt or too vague.
If the above cases hit your pain point, then the COIN model will help you out.
What the COIN Model Is About
COIN model is a simple framework to make every important conversation clear, respectful, and constructive.
At its core, COIN stands for Context, Observation, Impact, and Next Steps.
It is designed to structure conversations—especially those involving feedback—in a way that’s clear, objective, and actionable.
