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Through encouragement and support, coaches can motivate leaders to succeed. Leaders appreciate creative learning opportunities that inspire them to accomplish more than they think they can. Be mindful of opportunities for leaders that might not otherwise be available to them. These occasions can relate directly to ongoing projects and initiatives or indirectly to the objectives set out in their professional development plan. Provide as many growth opportunities as possible th

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RATIONALITY: What It Is, Why It Seems Scarce, Why It Matters. Steven Pinker. (2021, Kindle Edition) Have you ever wondered why humans are prone to act irrationally, to be persuaded by bad arguments and/or conspiracy theories? In the book, Rationality, Harvard professor, cognitive psychologist, and bestselling author, Steven Pinker, explores the nature of rationality and the puzzle of why it seems to be so scarce. Pinker argues that in a world in which human irrationality is a

Through the coaching process, you will request actions that move leaders toward their stated goals. Asking whether actions have been completed is part of the follow up process, demonstrating your commitment to the leader, a skill that is often deficient in leaders. Keeping the leader on track by guiding and monitoring the action plan, as well as forward progress, are some of the most powerful things coaches can do for leaders. Encourage leaders by frequently providing positiv

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How do you know if a leader is ready for coaching? Ask the following questions: How does the leader reply to feedback? How does the leader respond to your ideas? How interested does the leader appear when you discuss changing behaviors? How does the leader reply when you ask about objectives and development? How does the leader act when you bring up leadership areas that need improvement? How willing is the leader to learn? If leaders are positive, open to new ideas, excited