Guidelines for Distance Coaching

It can be easy to forget about the developmental needs of an employee working away from the main office. And it is difficult to fully engage in coaching when you are not meeting face-to-face with an individual. Because of this, a manager needs to make an even greater effort to practice the five elements of The Approach of a Coach to succeed at distance coaching.

Let’s revisit The Approach of a Coach in the context of distance coaching. Remember, a good coach:

1.  Is deliberate and prepared.

2.  Makes the coaching process mutual.

3.  Strives to be a great communicator.

4.  Is always looking for opportunities to coach.

5.  Builds a coaching environment.

There are four main guidelines for fully engaging in The Approach ...

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