Whether you are a low level manager or a high powered CEO, executive coaching is all the rage. So what is with this “executive coaching” trend? Can anyone become an executive coach? Can you take an online class to learn how to be one? I must say I was skeptical of an “executive coach” at first, but have found that they have a role in an executive’s life.
During my 15 years of management/executive management work I have seen mentors, coaches, consultants and other types of external helpers that have engaged with a company to help develop the long and short term strategic thinking of their culture. I have seen useful people that play this role and many un-helpful people that play this role.
So what is the secret to finding one that is useful? I think that they must have real life experience balanced with academic proficiency in the area you seek. The coach must have a strong outsider’s view of your organization enabling them to give you real feedback. However they must also hold enough “clout” with you and or your organization to give you the truth even if it is hard to hear and could jeopardize their contract with you.
Some call them consultant, others call them coach, some even call them therapist, I call mine friend. Thanks coach/friend for your interest in me…..
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