In this two part course, Natalie will take you through how to learn to be a coach to others in your personal and professional life.

Course Outline for Essentials of Coaching Others

Course Description: This comprehensive course delves into the essentials of coaching, guiding participants through the multifaceted role of a coach. Participants will explore various coaching styles, learn the significance of adopting a personal motto, understand the importance of being a good follower, and engage in activities that reinforce learning and skill development.

Introduction to Coaching: The course begins with an exploration of what it means to be a coach, examining the responsibilities and the profound impact effective coaching can have. Participants will distinguish between coaching, mentoring, and counseling, and reflect on the qualities that make a great coach through self-assessment and personal development planning.

Coaching Styles: Participants will gain insight into different coaching styles, including directive and non-directive approaches, as well as situational coaching. Through self-assessment tools and role-play exercises, participants will identify their own coaching style and learn how to adapt it to suit the needs of various individuals. The module emphasizes the importance of feedback and reflection in understanding one’s coaching approach.

Choosing a Motto: The course emphasizes the transformative power of a personal coaching motto. Participants will examine how a motto can guide and influence their coaching practice. A workshop session will provide an opportunity for each participant to craft their own motto, which will be refined through peer review and collective feedback.

Being a Good Follower: In this section, participants will delve into the concept of follower leadership, recognizing how effective following is integral to successful leadership. The module will cover the characteristics of effective followers and offer practical exercises in active listening, empathy, and support, translating these skills into the context of coaching.

Activity and Further Learning: The course culminates with a focus on designing effective coaching activities that facilitate learning through engagement. Participants will be introduced to principles of activity-based learning and tasked with creating impactful coaching exercises. The course concludes with guidance on continuous professional development opportunities in coaching and resources for further learning. A capstone project will enable participants to apply all they have learned in a practical, real-world coaching scenario.

Throughout the course, interactive elements such as case studies, workshops, and peer feedback sessions are integrated to provide a dynamic and immersive learning experience. Participants will leave with a robust foundation in coaching essentials, equipped to inspire and lead others towards their personal and professional goals.