Your hard work is paying off. You are doing well in your field. But you cannot escape the nagging feeling that something is holding you back. Something is stopping you from getting to the next level. The strangest thing is that you are still doing everything that got you this far. (From the back cover of Marshall Goldsmith’s book: What Got You Here Won’t Get You There). Goldsmith often credited as America’s preeminent coach, goes on to say “interpersonal behavior is the difference-maker between being great and near great… ”
“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s mind there are few.”
Helping clients recognize their sharper edges and become more self-aware, and increase their personal effectiveness is at the heart of leadership development. The client-coach relationship provides a confidential and safe space for leaders to unpack challenges. The coach’s role is to: