Answer to Question 1
The seven major spirit types are vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey, brandy, and liqueurs. Vodka is a neutral white spirit made from grain or potatoes. Gin is a white spirit flavored with juniper berries. Rum is the white or brown spirit that results from the distillation of sugarcane, whereas tequila is a Mexican spirit made from the blue agave plant. Whiskey, or whisky, is a family of brown spirits distilled from grain beverages and aged in wood. Brandy is the distillation of a fruit-based spirit, but most commonly grape juice. Liqueurs consist of a large number of flavored spirits that have been sweetened with sugar.
Answer to Question 2
Coaching involves informal efforts to improve performance. Effective managers compare actual to expected performance. Then they reinforce positive performance publicly and correct negative performance in private. The coaching process is ongoing as managers monitor the work of staff.