By: Max Landsberg, the author of  The Tao of Coaching

 

Myth
Coaching is primarily about helping others.
Reality
There are many tangible, selfish and acceptable reasons, such as more time for yourself, better customer relations skills, stronger organization, more fun at work, and stronger following, for one to be a great coach.

Myth
Focus on the player.
Reality
Know yourself – knowing how to overcome own psychological blocks.

Myth
Coaching equals feedback >>>
Reality
There are many other important coaching tools and habits such as the art of effective questioning and motivation techniques.

Myth
Coaching requires lots of time.
Reality
The best coaching comes in small doses.

Myth
Coaching is about work.
Reality
Good coaching will spread to other areas of
life. Coaching is a life skill that makes coaches better able to help themselves as well as their friends and family.  >>>

Types of Feedback

Bad vs. Good

Feedback that Inspires the Coachee To Act

Feedback Is Your Elevator To Success

The Virtuous Circle of Growth and Success

NLP Approach To Feedback