To truly lead the way, leaders must continually improve their own skills as well as improve and develop their talent skills.
Here's Why:
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Leader coaching works.
The International Coach Federation (ICF) has provided evidence that coaching typically produces a return on investment (ROI) ranging from $4 to $8 for each dollar invested. Studies have reported a significant ROI of 500-800%. One study found an ROI of 689% related to executive coaching, which considered the complete cost of coaching, including the opportunity costs of leaders' time spent in coaching sessions instead of working.
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Leaders have blind spots.
We all possess them, but not recognizing their existence will hinder our chances of achieving maximum success. Marshall Goldsmith, disclosed that 70% of individuals believe they belong in the top 10%. It's a common belief that we excel in driving, cooking, and leading, beyond our true abilities. It's impossible to acknowledge one's shortcomings if you're unaware of them, known as "Unconscious Incompetence" in organizational literature. This can result in difficult discussions during 360-degree assessments, necessitating effective approaches that leaders can support and prioritize.
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You get less feedback.
The more powerful you become within an organization, the less people tell you what's necessary for personal growth. Those in charge tend to have high standards, meaning only criticism is offered when things go awry. This leaves leaders without the much needed advice to better themselves. That's where a coach comes in - not only can they provide input, but they can also help you apply it.
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Change is hard.
Most everyone is up in arms about change. Leaders are constantly bombarded with change situations. It's no easy feat for leaders to persuade people to welcome change. Luckily, coaches can offer valuable expertise in guiding leaders through behavioral shifts using neuroscience, motivation psychology, and performance research.
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You are on autopilot and easily distracted.
In plain English, we humans rely on our habits roughly 95% of the time. But, imagine if you had all the time in the world to focus on your goals? That's where coaching comes in handy - it forces you to keep your attention locked onto what really matters. You see, most of the time we coast on autopilot, taking shortcuts instead of putting in the effort to ponder and reflect. To become a better leader, you need to take a hard look at your skills and snap out of the automatic mindset to be more intentional, focused, and confident in your decisions. According to a Blessingwhite's study, the most crucial things that leaders should do are: communicate like a pro, coach and develop their team, devise and execute a solid plan, and build strong relationships with their team.
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You tell rather than ask, as it is quicker and more efficient.
Many leaders prioritize speedy and streamlined processes over quality communication with their team, leading them to simply dictate instead of discussing. This is their go-to approach, as it's easier for them and provides more assurance. Unfortunately, this leads employees to feel unappreciated, offended, and invalidated. This is not in the best interest of the organization.
Workshops For Both Leaders and Teams
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Creating a Positive Work Environment
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Change Management
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Communication Skills
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Energy Leadership
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Meyers' Briggs and Teams
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DiSC and Teams
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360 Feedback
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The 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team
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Time Management
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Stress Management
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Strategic Planning
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Informed Decision Making
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Agile Mindset
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Process Improvement and Efficiencies
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Providing Excellent Service
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SWOT Analysis
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Unconscious Bias
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Creating a High-Performance Culture
Workshops For Leaders
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Dealing with Difficult People
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Developing Your Assertiveness
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Employee Appreciation
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Maintaining Work Life Balance
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Embracing Imperfection
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Performance Management
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Starting A Small Business
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Self-Leadership
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Developing Executive Presence
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Managing Virtual and Hybrid Teams
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Introduction To Supervising Others
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Managing Difficult Conversations
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Giving and Receiving Feedback
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Answering the "Why’s" of Your Business
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Developing Strategic Priorities
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Effective Leader's Dashboards
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Entrepreneurial Operations
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Establishing your KPIs, Metrics, and Measures
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Goal Setting For You and Your Business
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Harnessing the Genius of Your Team
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Identifying your Products, Services, and Customers
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Identifying Your Unique Business Advantages and Key Differentiators
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Leading Effective Meetings
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Situational Leadership
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Strategic Execution
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Strategic Priorities
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Succession Planning
The International Coach Federation (ICF) has provided evidence that coaching typically produces a return on investment (ROI) ranging from $4 to $8 for each dollar invested. Studies have reported a significant ROI of 500-800%. One study found an ROI of 689% related to executive coaching, which considered the complete cost of coaching, including the opportunity costs of leaders' time spent in coaching sessions instead of working.
