Tag Archives: learning

Coaching as a conversation

Posted on December 16, 2011 by admin

So many models of coaching, 3 step, 4 step, 5 step, even an 8 step model. Whilst I do appreciate that all these have their place, and especially for new coaches, are extremely useful for the purposes of ‘navigation,’ I … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching Models, Skills and Attributes | Tagged alignment, coach approach, coaching conversations, learning, listening, questions | Leave a comment

Words and phrases to describe coaching

Posted on December 10, 2011 by admin

brainstorm of words that describe aspects of coaching Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching Models, Skills and Attributes, Uncategorized | Tagged action, aha!, awareness, beliefs, coaching words, emotions, epiphany, exploration, learning, learning about things, light-bulb-moments, me, mind and body, others, possibilities, potential, self, transformation, values, vision | 2 Comments

Building and applying real coaching skills in managers and leaders

Posted on January 12, 2011 by coachfac

For managers implementing the ‘coach approach’ in their everyday busy business life. The approach and effective conversations of a ‘leader / coach’ are often very different to what they learned in the past, not least because it demands a shift from the problem solving behaviours that so many managers have found successful, and have been rewarded for in their organisations. Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching Managers, Coaching Models | Tagged applying coaching skills, be a leader, business coaching, coach approach, coaching business case, coaching conversations, coaching culture, coaching skills, learning | 3 Comments

Coaching: Facilitating Learning in others

Posted on January 11, 2011 by admin

Coaching is so great at drawing out what people ‘Don’t Know that they Know’ (DKK). Coaching is about learning Continue reading →

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Why Coaching?

Posted on March 20, 2010 by admin

Coaching and being coached are essential activities for 21st century business leaders. In an environment of uncertainty, intense competition and globalisation of markets, innovation, creativity and improved performance are vital to the survival of businesses. Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching Managers, Coaching Models | Tagged better decisions, creativity, deductive, development, human dignity, improvement, innovation, involvement, learning, people capital, prime tool, relationship, responsibility, self awareness, teamwork | 2 Comments

Coaching -vs- Mentoring

Posted on February 19, 2010 by admin

Often when working with Managers on coaching skills we get asked about the differences between Coaching and Mentoring. The diagram below attempts to clarify and also mentions different styles / behaviours. Coaching and Mentoring are very much future focussed. Whilst … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching Managers, Coaching Models, Mentoring | Tagged coaching culture, coaching style, learning, mentee, Mentoring, protege | Leave a comment