There’s a lot of truth to the old saying that “Leaders are not born, they are made!” Granted, you might have something in your DNA that sets you apart from the crowd. But these days, an innate sense of enthusiasm and a good work ethic is not enough. A fundamental knowledge of what it takes to lead involves a lot more than standing on top of a table and screaming “Let’s take that hill!” at the top of your lungs.

Benefits of Leadership Coaching

The benefits of leadership coaching allow you to get mentored by a seasoned and proven professional manager. Someone who has been-there/ done-that and who will step in and hone the rough edges of a manager-in-training or one that has a few years of management under his/her belt but is still hungry for improvement.

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You know, it’s not really a matter of how good of a leader you are (or aren’t). Ultimately as a manager you are working against your company’s expectations versus your own performance! How that plays out project-by-project dictates your leadership success.

Now you may very well be getting the job done. But at what price? Is task accomplishment a product of you doing two or three times as much work as everyone else? Does your motivation technique rely on punishment or intimidation to get the job done? If you’re scratching your head even the slightest bit, it might be worth considering the benefits of leadership coaching.

Win-Win Situation

The benefits of leadership coaching provide you with a win-win situation: not only do you have access to a manager who will scrutinize your communication techniques and help you improve, but your coach will also map out leadership strategies that are applicable to a variety of work scenarios. And lest you think leadership doesn’t involve some type of strategy, then think again! Every office is comprised of a wide swath of egos and personalities and each one needs attention. You can’t treat each individual the same. That’s the challenge: play to everyone’s strengths and development a sense of brand loyalty. And guess what: as the manager, you are the brand!

Tangible Improvement

Working with a leadership coach one-on-one means you’ll see yourself improving week by week, both in the “classroom” and most certainly in the your office. And the results will be tangible:

  • An increased sense of teamwork and morale within the workplace.
  • Project completion on time and within budget.
  • Adaptability to change and working under fire.
  • Better communication upwards, downwards and laterally.
  • An increase in self-esteem.

When it comes to leadership, Rod Sullivan Leadership Coaching is here for you. Contact us today and see for yourself how we can help you improve your leadership and management techniques.

Rod Sullivan Leadership Coaching. Helping you grow as a leader…and as a person.