Why Invest in Coaching
Why invest in Coaching?Coaching brings about demonstrable Results, Clarity, Action, Growth, and Change!Benefits to the Organisation* Individualised, targeted spend of budget (not ’sheep dip’) * Clear signal of direct investment in the individual * Appropriate learning medium for senior to middle managers (who ‘grow out of’ attending courses) * Focused action/change around key business/individual issues * Increased effectiveness leading to improved business results * When possible, involves line management directly in the development of their peopleBenefits to the Individual * Strategic thinking time * Focused time to discuss their own issues confidentially * Involvement of a ‘neutral’ 3rd Party to work with * Clarity of thought generated * Solutions generated by themselves for themselves * Motivation to action increased* Increased effectiveness leading to improved results * When possible, support of line manager in their developmentWe will agree which of these approaches is most suitable during our initial meeting and contracting process so that you know what to expect from our coach and can measure the effectiveness of the coaching. Coaching sessions are usually ‘face to face’ but telephone sessions are also an effective option.1. Transformational Coaching (where do I want to be?)Coach* Supports and challenges by listening, questioning, observation, summarising, intuition and real life experience. Particularly sensitive to the wider systems and communities.Individual* Identifies areas for change, discusses, clarifies and implements their own action plan at a strategic level.2. Performance Coaching (What strengths do I need to really focus on?)Coach* Undertakes diagnosis and facilitates action planningIndividual* Specifies, owned and is measured against clear performance outcomes.3. Skills Coaching (Where are my technical gaps?)Coach* Exchanges skills/knowledge and develops feedback mechanism.Individual* Defines objectives, practices and shares outcome with Coach.The ProcessAt an initial meeting your needs and objectives and the way in which the coaching sessions will be carried out are agreed. Sessions are usually ‘face to face’ but increasingly the telephone is also an efficient option.