Becoming a Great Coach While Being a Star Player

Course Number:  077-KM
Recommended Duration:  1 Day

Intended Audience:  All Employees

Course Overview
The fact that a particular employee is exceptional at his/her job does not necessarily mean that he/she can manage the growth and development of a less experienced person in that job function or substantive area. It is, however, absolutely crucial for the company that coaching and mentoring are readily available for younger, less experienced employees who show promise, but who need development. This course is meant to teach high-potential employees how to leverage their insights, experience, and know-how in ways that allow them to directly nurture and facilitate the development of others.

Objectives/Topics
As a result of taking this course, you will:

• Learn about the differences between the ideal skill sets of star players and great coaches

• Learn to develop the skills of a coach while leveraging the technical know-how and tenacity of a star player

• Coach others for development and improved performance

• Learn to manage with appreciation and respect for diversity of individual values and needs

• Learn to delegate tasks as needed with awareness of employee development opportunities

• Provide people with both reinforcing and redirecting feedback in a positive and motivating way

• Learn a model for effectively coaching others that is adaptable for people with differing learning styles and personality types

Prerequisites:  None