The Leader as Coach – 3 Common Traps to Avoid
A leader’s ability to coach effectively can really foster the development of the people they lead. But like any leadership style, using a coaching style incorrectly has its drawbacks—especially if you are new to it. Here are a few of the common mistakes.
The leader does the heavy lifting. To be effective, a coaching conversation must be a two-way discussion. Both the leader and the person being coached (i.e., the direct report) need to be engaged. However, if the coachee doesn’t fully participate, it’s easy for the leader to do more of the heavy lifting. This is like the leader driving a car with the direct report in the back seat, enjoying the ride. It’s the opposite of what is meant to happen. Both parties must be active participants in the discussion. When using a coach-like style, the leader’s job is to draw out the brilliance of the person…
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