What Are The 5 Signs That You Need Leadership Coaching?
Insights from an executive coach on the redefining of executive coaching
As a leader, you should always look for that space to grow. Each ascension on the corporate ladder demands you to be aware of your strengths and your capabilities, your wants and your needs in relation to growing your people and your organisation.
What do they say about world-renowned athletes and business leaders? They all have coaches that work with them side by side. Yes, you might be a good leader – that’s why you’re “up there”. But don’t settle for staying stagnant. As a leader, you ought to steer clear of getting complacent. I am a strong believer that leaders should always, always strive for growth.
One of the best resources you can utilise in this aspect is executive or leadership coaching. At which point do you deem this action necessary?
Below are 5 signs that you need leadership coaching.
You want to grow as a person and as a professional
Do you want to move on to the next level in terms of your career? Are you willing to grow? These are the few things to ask to determine your readiness for getting an executive coach in Singapore.
Despite this, you may also feel that something is holding you back. A leadership coach will help you gain insights about what could be limiting your growth. The leaders in my executive coaching program would also co-chart a roadmap of leadership growth.
You are looking for a safe and unbiased sounding board
Contrary to what many folks believe, it doesn’t have to be lonely at the top. It could seem that way as you rise higher in your organisation, and you’ll feel a sense of isolation set in.
Part of having a top executive position is handling sensitive matters that can only be shared with an exclusive group in the company. If you need a safe and unbiased resource to obtain advice from or work as a sounding board, that’s what I’m here for as an executive coach.
You need someone to keep you accountable
Accountability is a big thing in leadership. But you can’t keep yourself accountable (or in our Singlish terms – ownself check ownself).
The key to keeping yourself accountable as a leader is through your executive coach. Having been an executive coach in Singapore over the past years, I’ve had the privilege of customising the leadership development plan for many leaders and keeping them committed to it.
You want to inculcate self-awareness
Are you somewhat of an aggressive leader, like a bull in a China closet? You need to be aware of how you are coming across to your people. This doesn’t make you a “bad” leader per se, but you have to be conscious about overwhelming them.
Your leadership coach can point out unfavourable traits that may be off-putting to your team members. A blatant example is when you are setting too high or unrealistic standards and expectations.
What the executive coaching program I offer does is that it helps you know yourself, understand why you do what you do yourself, and improve your emotional intelligence as well as leadership and people skills. You have to be able to instill respect, not fear. A respected leader easily attracts the best followers.
The Impact of Executive Coaching Goes Beyond You
Executive coaching is a potent tool for bringing about positive personal change and better chances of success. It is instrumental in creating change that lasts.
Not only can executive coaching transform your leadership approach, it can be a catalyst for inculcating growth in your team.
If you’re looking to ditch the traditional business consultant for an “unconventional” approach to your leadership development journey, start your executive coaching journey with me now!
