Now more than ever, savvy business owners, managers, and senior executives are discovering the benefits of working with a coach. Whether top performers looking to accelerate their progress, entrepreneurs navigating the rugged terrain of self-employment, or new managers learning the interpersonal complexities of their work, smart business people are reaching the same conclusion. Mentoring fuels success.
Call it coaching or call it mentoring.
Either way, its a process that helps you better know yourself, deal more effectively with others, and become your own best advocate. Here are a few of the outcomes you can expect:
Improved workplace communication skills.
Better, more effective strategies for working with customers, clients, peers, supervisors, and direct reports.
A view of yourself as others see you so that you can build upon your strengths and minimize areas of weakness.
Greater satisfaction from work.
Improved balance between work and home life.
Discovery of untapped skills and talents so you can make full use of them.
Better business and career path decisions.
Accelerated leadership skills development.
No two mentors are alike. Choose wisely.
Its a wise move to invest in a coach or mentor. Finding a coach is easy; finding one with the skills, background, and personality thats right for you is another matter. At a minimum, expect the following qualifications:
Able to quickly establish rapport and develop a trusting, positive relationship.
An effective communicator.
Unafraid to confront you with constructive feedback.
Both approachable and available.
Has a sophisticated understanding of people and relationships.
Respects the sensitive and confidential nature of the coaching relationship.
It's a fact. With the right feedback and guidance, there's no limit to the level of success you can achieve.
Choosing a Coach - To learn more about this author, visit Liz Bywater's Website.
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Liz Bywater, PhD, is president of Bywater
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