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
actionable 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 delivered quickly, yet
impactfully.
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.
