Coaching - Good? Bad? Variable?

It is now commonplace for executives to have a coach. It’s almost “de rigour”. But with anything new the quality and effectiveness of the coaches can fall into any of the above. How then to get the best out of a coaching assignment? Firstly, clearly stated and agreed objectives are a must between the executive and the coach.

This can start life as a conversation and exchange of ideas but at some point must be documented and agreed by both parties. Secondly is there an honest rapport between the two parties? If the chemistry isn’t there then neither will the results materialise. Finally commitment and hard work – again this applies to both parties and the executive in particular needs to make time for the appointments, do the assignments conscientiously and put careful thought into the desired outcomes with an open mind.