Qualities of an Effective Corporate Coach

1. Qualities of an Effective Corporate Coach An effective ​corporate coaching​​program can lead an organisation to success. Forbes even featured an article by Erika Andersen about the six ways an executive coach can make you successful in November 2017. While knowing the benefits of hiring a corporate coach may be important, it is also imperative to distinguish the difference between an effective executive coach and those who might prove otherwise. Here are some of the qualities to look for when hiring an executive coach to help your business thrive. 1. They are highly recommended and their work speaks for itself. We live in a world where reviews and testimonials play a significant role in the credibility and trustworthiness of a business online profile. While this may be a good reference, there is nothing like results to show the effectiveness of a corporate coaching program. It speaks for itself and the value it can bring to the company. So, instead of reading the endless testimonials and reviews you can find on their page, research about the clients they have had in the past and how these clients are doing today. Remember that to be an effective corporate coaching program, the executive coach must be focused on implementing a long-term solution that will accommodate the organisation in reaching its ultimate goal. 2. They listen and work to gain your trust Trust is an important factor in any industry. This is particularly essential in programs and training focused on leadership and management. A corporate coach should be able to listen to your concerns while acknowledging what might be lacking in the organisation. Consequently, they should be able to utilise this information in building a corporate coaching program for the organisation addressing the previously discussed concerns. 3. They help you realise your skills and those around you The value of collaboration and teamwork is never lost in a corporate coaching program especially in leadership and management training. An effective coach uses this knowledge as its driving force in promoting harmony and communication between the organisation and its community — be it internal or external. They inculcate the importance of why — and the inspiration that comes with it. Taking an excerpt from the book Start With Why by Simon Sinek, a world-renowned motivational speaker and organisational consultant, “People don’t buy WHAT you do; they buy WHY you do it.” 4. They are focused on your success Finally, an effective corporate coach is dedicated to helping you achieve your success. They do not care about pleasing you or making you happy — at least, not at the beginning. They care about telling you the truth, showing you the facts and helping you find the best possible solution that will help drive your organisation closer to your goal. They are not about showering you with praises but helping you manage and lead the business more effectively so that the people around you will follow suit. They are all about the end goal and how you can get there with them and on your own. In summary, an effective corporate coach doesn’t concern themselves with a glowing recommendation. They believe that while a testimonial may be helpful in their profession, their work is never done unless the company can fully commit itself to lead and manage its people openly, effectively and in harmony. At 3CM School of Management, we are dedicated to doing just that. To know more about our corporate coaching programs​ and leadership and management training, check out our website or give us a call at 1300 159 000.