The 5 Steps of Great Coaching

Executive coaching is more than just a series of nice, but unconnected, conversations, says Peter Stewart. “It’s a development process with real teeth and traction in it” to help leaders meet goals.In this episode, Peter and Daniel demystify the coaching process with a look at their five-step approach to coaching. This approach identifies clear objectives, sets measurable and time-bound goals, and integrates feedback to help leaders course correct as they progress.Anyone can benefit from a coaching engagement. “It is not about the coach,” says Daniel. “It is about what you need, and for you to be confident and comfortable to be a self-advocate for your own development.”Tune in to learn:The most common objectives leaders have when working with a coachThe value of feedback in coachingThe one thing you should know to optimize your coaching experiencePlus, insights from Gallup on the relationship between feedback and employee engagement, and a flashback to the struggles of owning a home sprinkler system.In this episode:2:08 – Memory Lane5:32 – Insight of the Week11:20 – Topic: The 5 Steps of Great Coaching13:49 – Step 1: Establishing the Objective21:16 – Step 2: Understanding Through Assessment24:20 – Step 3: Providing Feedback28:47 – Step 4: Identifying Goals32:52 – Step 5: Following Up with Support36:48 – Lightning RoundGallup: “How Effective Feedback Fuels Performance”Vygotsky’s Zone of Proximal DevelopmentStewart Leadership Insights and Resources:Podcast Episode 13: How to Create an Effective Action Plan for DevelopmentThe Five Steps of Great CoachingHow the Right Coach Can Ease a New Executive Transition10 Questions to Ask to Best Develop Your Individual Action Plan6 Ways to Become Aware of Your Leadership Blind SpotsEight Skills of Great Coaching Managers6 Keys to Setting Yourself Up for Success with an Executive CoachWhite Paper: Coaching for Organizational Growth: A Powerful Resource for Maximizing Human CapitalIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.