What if executives were proud and public about their coaches?
In the sporting world, everyone knows who an athlete’s coach is. It’s not a secret– it’s a matter of record. In fact, it’s a reflection of the athlete’s status. The best athletes and the most promising prospects attract and partner with the most prestigious and respected coaches.Every sports coach is... Read More
O Feedback é a competência da qual os líderes mais fogem.
Os líderes explicam as razões para não realizá-lo com frequência: – Se não digo nada é porque estou satisfeito. Quando algo não estiver bom, avisarei. – Não tenho tempo para isto! Tenho que me focar nos resultados. – Não preciso dar feedback para aquilo que estou a pagar para o funcionário... Read More
Coaching academics can accelerate careers
Coaching has more than its share of success stories to trumpet as the field emerges and expands around the world, but how about his for an unexpected selling point—coaching can help up-and-coming academics establish themselves faster by shaving months (if not years) off the time it takes to get a... Read More
How to Coach a Boss…
…who doesn’t want to be coached? Over the weekend, I received an email from a reader who knows where I’m coming from with my light bulb joke. His boss is the head of the organization and he’s the deputy. He was asking for any thoughts I had on solving the... Read More
Coaches – What value do they bring to business?
Do we need “coaches” at all? Do we not all have “life experiences” that teach us right and wrong of business? A Coach is like a consultant – but focused on building “soft skills.” Every business leader is familiar with hiring consultants, whether for IT, strategy, marketing or any other... Read More