Coaching is a critical part of being a great leader.  One of the most important expectations of a leader is being able to develop their people, ultimately to the benefit of the organization.  Great coaching is a skill that cannot be overlooked or undervalued.  Being able to coach and develop your people effectively can be the difference between a Good Manager and a Great Leader.

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Coaching is commonly misunderstood as the act of telling someone what to do, how to do it and/or what to do or say.  If done correctly, it is quite the opposite.  It can facilitate actions such as (but not limited to) Self-Examination, Improved Thinking and Planning, Bidding for Stretch Assignments, Increased Self Reliance and Exceeding Expectations.  It enables and empowers.  Wingo and Associates LLC offers individual coaching for leaders or subordinates; as well as teams. 

 

We also teach Coaching and/or Feedback for groups.  This includes the difference between Coaching and Feedback, how to handle Critical/Difficult Conversations, how to provide Appreciative and Constructive Feedback/ Feedforward, and also how to receive it.  All in an effective and successful manner.  From preparation through follow up. 

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Most participants find that what they think of as Difficult Conversations (which they may have avoided in the past) aren't really difficult at all.  Being able to have good, progressive conversations in a positive and impactful