Coaching Essentials for Leaders

This two-day course, "Coaching Essentials for Leaders," provides a comprehensive foundation for managers to integrate coaching principles into their leadership approach. You will leave with a solid understanding of coaching fundamentals and the confidence to apply these skills in their managerial roles, fostering a culture of growth, development, and enhanced team performance within their organizations.

Description

Course Overview  

Transform your leadership impact in just two days. The 'Coaching Essentials' course delivers the proven GROWTH coaching model that top-performing leaders use to unlock their team's potential and drive exceptional results. This isn't just another management course—it's your pathway to becoming the leader your team deserves, and your organisation needs. 

 

 

Who Should Attend: 

Are you a business professional ready to elevate your leadership game? This course is specifically designed for managers, team leaders, and emerging executives who want to: 

  • Move beyond traditional "command and control" management 
  • Build high-performing teams that thrive under pressure 
  • Become the leader people genuinely want to follow 
  • Drive measurable improvements in team engagement and productivity 

Perfect for both new managers looking to establish their leadership foundation and experienced leaders seeking to refine their coaching expertise. 

 

 

What's Covered: 

Day 1: 

  • Foundations of Coaching – including the definition, importance, and benefits of coaching in management; differences between coaching, mentoring, and managing. 

  • The GROWTH model – including an overview of the GROW model (Goal, Reality, Options, Will, Tactics, Habits); detailed explanations of each stage and examples of using this model in a managerial context. 

  • Coaching Styles and when to use them – including different coaching styles (directive, non-directive, situational) and identifying appropriate styles based on the person and situation. 

  • Key Competencies of Coaching – including active listening; powerful questioning; building rapport and trust; providing constructive feedback; hands-on practice through role-playing exercises. 

  

Day 2: 

  • Coaching for Performance – including addressing common challenges; techniques for setting and achieving performance goals; applying the GROWTH model to real-world scenarios. 

  • Developing a Coaching Culture – including strategies for fostering a coaching culture within your organisation; encouraging continuous development and growth; implementing coaching programs and tracking progress; creating individual action plans. 

 

What You'll Achieve:  

 Investment in this course delivers immediate and lasting returns: 

  • Master confident leadership conversations: Walk away with the skills to handle any team challenge, from performance issues to career development discussions, using proven coaching techniques that get results.  
  • Unlock multiple coaching approaches: Discover when to use directive versus non-directive coaching styles, giving you the flexibility to adapt your leadership approach to any team member or situation.  
  • Transform difficult conversations into breakthrough moments: Learn the art of courageous conversations that address challenges head-on whilst building stronger relationships and trust. 
  • Create a high-performance team culture: Develop the ability to foster an environment where staff feel genuinely valued, heard, and motivated to exceed expectations. 
  • Leave with your personalised action plan: No theoretical fluff—you'll walk out with a concrete implementation strategy tailored to your specific team and organisational context. 

 

Why Register:

Stop managing—start leading with impact. Every exceptional leader knows the secret: success isn't about working harder;it's about unlocking the potential that already exists within your team. Average managers struggle with constant performance issues, team conflicts, and missed deadlines. Exceptional leaders? They've mastered the art of coaching, transforming ordinary teams into powerhouse units that deliver extraordinary results. 

 

Registering for the 'Coaching Essentials' course is a step towards becoming a more effective and inspiring leader. This course provides the tools and knowledge needed to transform your leadership approach and create a thriving team environment. Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your coaching skills and make a lasting impact on your team's success. 

 

 

Facilitator Testimonial:  

Facilitating Coaching Essentials for Leaders is a true privilege. I am passionate about equipping leaders with practical, proven tools that elevate their ability to lead through influence rather than instruction. This 2-day course a structured yet dynamic environment where participants gain clarity, confidence, and competence in coaching conversations. What I value most is seeing the immediate shift in mindset and skill as leaders begin to integrate coaching into their day-to-day interactions – developing trust, accountability, and performance. Supporting this transformation is both professionally rewarding and deeply aligned with my mission to build empowered, people-centred workplaces. 

 

 

Learner Testimonial: 

My cup is filled after 2 days of educational session. It's a worthwhile training to take for someone that is a supervisor or management level to revisit the different models and types of coaching styles. Facilitator was very helpful and cheerful with a lot of life experience. 

 

Duration: 2 days
Level: Intermediate
Delivery: Face to face (in class)

 

Course Costs:
Member (Standard): $1,490 + GST
Non-member (Standard): $1,820 + GST

 

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