Executive Coaching has become one of the preferred approaches to developing senior and high-potential executives. The connection or “fit” between you and your coach is the strongest contributing factor in achieving a successful partnership. It’s so important that we recommend interviewing multiple coaches before deciding with whom you would like to work.
We recommend a three-step process to prepare, assess and select the right coach for you. This process is covered in more detail in the two handouts shown below.
- PREPARE – This includes reviewing coach bios/resumes; scheduling one-on-one meetings with prospective coaches and thinking about what you are looking to accomplish ahead of each meeting with potential coaches.
- INTERVIEW AND ASSESS – This addresses opening and closing each coach meeting; asking relevant questions and making specific observations to gather the information necessary to decide which coach is a good fit for you based on your goals.
- SELECT – This step involves reflecting on the results of interviews with potential coaches, evaluating fit and communicating your decision.
The handouts below are designed to assist in the coach selection process.
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Selecting an Executive Coach. This covers the three-step process outlined above in more detail.
- Executive Coach Interview Worksheet. This worksheet provides a means to assess each coach in three important areas:
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Alignment: The Executive Coach's experience with your developmental objectives.
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Enlightenment: How effective the Executive Coach will be in challenging, energizing and developing you.
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Engagement: The process and logistics of working with the Executive Coach and the extent to which this meets your needs and schedule.
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