The Leadership Mistake Hidden Behind Many Unmet Expectations
Have you ever had an employee you wished someone could just… fix? A few years ago, a client asked if I could “fix” one of his employees who consistently wasn’t meeting his expectations.
The Leadership Mistake That Leaves Employees Guessing and How to Eliminate It
Most employees don’t underperform…they are under-managed. Learn how clear expectations and continuous feedback drive growth without micromanaging.
When You Think You See The Whole Picture…But Don’t
What can happen when you don’t have the whole picture. Well, in my case, I could have died. This post discusses the value of having some outside perspective.
A Better Way to Set Goals: The Shift Most Leaders Miss
A mentor recently challenged me to focus less on what I do and more on who I am becoming. That conversation caused me to rethink how I set goals for this year.
A Quick Test: Could You Benefit from Executive Coaching?
Many people I speak with want to keep growing and are trying to figure it out on their own. They are reading leadership books, listening to podcasts and watching YouTube videos to keep stretching themselves. All of this is great…but they don’t realize there are some things they don’t see about themselves and no one has cared enough or been brave enough to point them out. They also don’t realize how much faster they could grow with some professional coaching. I have put together a quick test with 10 statements for you to see if executive coaching could be a fit for you right now.
The Hidden Gap Between Promotions and Preparedness in Leadership
The gap between your ability and what is required increases the higher up you go. Promotions into leadership positions are usually based upon how well you appear to adjust in changing environments to quickly fill the gap. This is what has become known as “agility” and is defined by Dr. Kenneth De Meuse as: “The ability and willingness to learn from experience and then apply those lessons to perform well in new and challenging leadership situations.”
Who Should Consider Taking an Online Executive Coaching Course?
One-on-one coaching is ideal because it allows the coach to observe you and address your unique design and circumstances. The challenge…
How To Choose the Right Coach for Me?
Things to look for when looking for a coach: 1) Define what you want to work on with the coach. What are the needs you know about and…
What Are the Different Types of Coaches Out There?
Let me distinguish between several terms that cause some confusion these days. These are my definitions, but I would ask any coach you…
How Much Should I Pay for Coaching?
First let me draw a distinction between what most companies call “continuing education” and coaching. There is usually a budget line for…
When Should I Hire a Coach?
Here are a few times it would be wise to hire an executive coach: 1) Just before a promotion. A coach can help you build a firm…
A Quick Test: Could You Benefit From Executive Coaching?
Discover if you are a fit for coaching…take this quick test to see if now might be the time: