Intentional Leaders Podcast with Cyndi Wentland
Welcome to the Intentional Leaders Podcast with Cyndi Wentland. Where we’re all about creating confident, successful, and focused leaders who manage with purpose and impact. I’m Cyndi Wentland, the founder of Intentionaleaders. And I’m passionate about learning, teaching, and coaching on all things leadership related. My purpose is to equip leaders like you with the tools, resources, and support to accomplish your goals. To learn when you want, how you want. So, if you’re an aspiring leader, first-time manager, experienced executive, or you just want to make a bigger impact in your role as an individual contributor—this podcast is for you. Because each week we’ll focus on relevant, applicable, and easy to implement skills and practices—to create focus and a deliberate path to employee engagement and business results. I know that leadership has its challenges but learning to lead shouldn’t be one of them.
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Intentional Leaders Podcast with Cyndi Wentland
Coaching Not Delivering Results? Here’s How to Turn It Around (Part 4)
In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of coaching, exploring its definition, effective strategies, and common pitfalls. Despite your dedication and structured approach, you might find that your coaching efforts aren't yielding the desired results. This discussion aims to uncover potential reasons behind such challenges, focusing on both the coach's and the coachee's perspectives.
Self-Assessment for Coaches:
- Mindset Evaluation:
- Are your intentions clear and focused?
- Do you exhibit patience and encouragement?
- Are you investing the necessary time?
- Is your approach rooted in genuine helpfulness?
- Behavioral Analysis:
- Do you clarify your intentions, emphasizing the value and benefits to the coachee?
- Are you employing appropriate coaching methodologies?
- Do you ask insightful questions and listen attentively?
- Are you engaging, supportive, and ensuring follow-through on commitments?
Evaluating the Coachee: Consider the coachee's motivation and competency levels, examining both their willingness and ability to perform. The Six Sources of Influence model can provide a comprehensive framework (which are explained in this episode!).
By conducting a thorough analysis of both your coaching approach and the factors influencing your coachee, you can identify obstacles and implement strategies to enhance the effectiveness of your coaching sessions.
Tune in to gain deeper insights into refining your coaching techniques and fostering meaningful progress with your coachees.
The six sources of influence are based on the book, Influencer: The Power to Change Anything, by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, David Maxfield, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler.
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Perform with Power, Lead with Impact, Inspire Growth
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