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Leader As Coach: Coaching Skills Training

As companies transition away from command-and-control structures, the role of leaders in developing their teams has evolved significantly. The traditional “telling” approach, rooted in top-down authority, is gradually being supplanted by coaching skills training methodologies that empower employees to discover solutions and grow both personally and professionally.  

In response to this shift, our coaching skills training course is meticulously crafted to equip leaders with the essential skills and behaviours required to effectively support and challenge their teams within today’s dynamic work environment. 

Often coaching is hailed as “the art of facilitating the learning and development of another”. It is increasingly recognised as a critical leadership skill. Our coaching skills training course seamlessly integrates coaching principles into the leadership context, furnishing leaders with a comprehensive toolkit to instil and nurture a coaching culture within their organisations. 

Interactive Learning For Practical Application 

At the heart of our coaching skills training course lies a commitment to interactive learning, emphasising practical application and thoughtful reflection. Through engaging exercises and discussions, participants are encouraged to expand upon their foundational coaching knowledge. This ultimately this will cultivate a deeper and more nuanced coaching practice. 

“You cannot teach a man anything. You can only help him discover it within himself.” — Galileo 

The coaching skills training begins with a thorough exploration of coaching and mentoring basics, contextualised within the organisational landscape. How can leaders effectively prepare their teams for a coaching approach? This foundational understanding is put into action as participants delve into hands-on practice sessions. Refining essential techniques crucial for effective leadership as a coach. 

Laying The Groundwork For Coaching 

Delve into the foundational aspects necessary for cultivating a coaching culture within your organisation. 

Differing Coaching & Mentoring Approaches 

Navigate the transition from directive to non-directive styles with our coaching skills training, optimising effectiveness and impact. 

Listening & Questioning Skills 

Enhance active listening abilities and master powerful questioning techniques to foster deeper insights and facilitate meaningful conversations. 

Building Rapport 

Cultivate trust and rapport with team members to foster an environment conducive to coaching and growth. 

Coaching Using Metaphors, Clean Language, And Embodiment 

Harness creative coaching skills to unlock deeper insights and facilitate self-discovery. 

Heron Model 

Explore the Heron model of intervention to tailor coaching approaches based on individual needs and preferences. 

Appreciative Inquiry 

Harness the transformative power of appreciative inquiry to inspire positive change and growth within teams. 

Wisdom With Hindsight 

Draw upon past experiences to provide valuable guidance and mentorship to team members, leveraging insights for informed decision-making. 

Systemic Coaching 

Understand the interconnectedness of organisational systems and leverage systemic coaching skills training to drive holistic transformation. 

Internal Coaching – Ethics & Supervision 

Navigate ethical considerations and establish structures for ongoing supervision to maintain coaching integrity. 

Our two-day Coaching skills training course is designed for organisational leaders who have already undergone some coach training. Participants should be familiar with basic coaching concepts such as the GROW model and aspire to deepen their coaching practice and impact within their organisations. 

Delivery Options

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