How do you work with others to help your coachees?

1 Establishing boundaries

One of the first steps in working with others is to clarify the roles, expectations, and boundaries of the coaching relationship. This involves defining who is the client, who is the sponsor, who is the coachee, and what are their respective responsibilities and commitments. It also involves setting clear and ethical guidelines for confidentiality, consent, feedback, and evaluation. By establishing boundaries, you can protect the trust and integrity of the coaching process and avoid potential conflicts of interest or confusion.

2 Building rapport

Another essential aspect of working with others is to build rapport and trust with your coachees and other stakeholders. This means showing genuine interest, respect, and empathy for their perspectives, needs, and goals. It also means communicating effectively, listening actively, and providing constructive feedback. By building rapport, you can create a positive and supportive coaching environment and foster a collaborative and productive relationship.

3 Leveraging resources

A third aspect of working with others is to leverage the resources and expertise that are available to support your coachees' development and performance. This means identifying and engaging the relevant people, such as mentors, peers, managers, or experts, who can provide guidance, feedback, or opportunities for your coachees. It also means accessing and sharing the relevant information, such as data, tools, or best practices, that can enhance your coachees' learning and growth. By leveraging resources, you can enrich and diversify the coaching experience and outcomes.

5 Seeking feedback

A fifth aspect of working with others is to seek feedback and learning from your coachees and other stakeholders. This means soliciting and receiving feedback on your coaching style, approach, and impact. It also means reflecting and learning from your own experiences, challenges, and successes as a coach. By seeking feedback, you can improve your coaching skills, competencies, and performance and enhance your professional development and growth.

7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?