Investing in developing your leaders through executive coaching leads to more engaged, happier, and higher-performing teams. But if you’ve never used executive coaching in your business, how do you find a good executive coach? This blog includes five tips on finding a good executive coach to work with your organisation.
Read MoreIf you're in a senior leadership position, chances are you're holding two roles in tension at any one point: your role as a head of department or function and your role as a member of the senior leadership team. Plus, there may be some side roles on top, such as sponsoring an employee group, acting as a mentor or internal coach, or leading a strategic project. So, how do you succeed in multiple roles at work?
Are you familiar with the three stages of leadership? A “one time and done” approach doesn’t work with leadership development, so determining the stage your employees are at and the leadership challenges they face is key. Get it right, though, and leadership coaching can have a profound multiplier effect on your organisation.
Want to progress in your career? Once you’ve set your sights on a promotion at work and believe you have a fair chance, the first thing you should do is let your line manager know. This article explains what to ask them to help you know if they see you as promotion material and how to get their full support.
You can have a better conversation by using the two fundamental building blocks of a coaching approach—questioning and listening. Improving coaching skills can help you make other people feel more heard and understood, enabling you to have more interesting conversations and more fulfilling relationships.
What are the benefits of coaching for organisations? Although coaching is generally focused on the individual and improving their performance, there are a range of benefits of coaching for companies who invest in coaching for their leaders, including improved organisational performance, employee retention and client service.
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