12/23/2024

How Adopting a Coaching Mindset Can Benefit Leaders

Approaching leadership this way is an undervalued skill

Leadership conversations often emphasize the importance of adopting a growth or resilient mindset to enhance performance and leadership skills. While these approaches are undeniably valuable, a less discussed but equally impactful perspective is the coaching mindset.

Coaching, as defined by Adam Grant, involves "helping people reveal their potential and overcome challenges." Whether we think of a sports coach, career coach or life coach, the common thread is uncovering and fostering potential. For leaders, adopting a coaching mindset shifts the focus from simply providing answers to empowering others to grow holistically.

The foundations of a coaching mindset

The most effective coaches across business, sports, and personal development share a common approach: they focus on developing the individual. Instead of merely providing answers or solutions, they aim to build a toolkit for long-term growth. This process begins with trust — a foundation that allows the coach to connect deeply and authentically.

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