LEADERSHIP: Coaching Skills for Managers (Leadership & People Development)

• DURATION: A 1-Day Training Course

• COURSE DESCRIPTION:

“Coaching Skills for Managers” is a practical and high-impact one-day training designed to help managers build coaching capabilities that foster growth, accountability, and performance in their teams.

Participants will explore what coaching really means in a leadership context, gain hands-on experience with proven frameworks like the GROW model, and develop the listening, questioning, and feedback skills essential for effective coaching. 

This course empowers managers to move beyond traditional command-and-control methods and lead with a coaching mindset, enabling others to solve problems, take ownership, and thrive.

• TRAINING OBJECTIVES:

This training aims to equip managers with essential coaching skills to support team development, boost individual performance, and foster a growth-oriented work culture. 

Through practical models and real-world scenarios, managers will learn how to engage in purposeful coaching conversations that unlock potential and drive results.

• KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Distinguish between managing and coaching.

• Apply core coaching skills: active listening, powerful questioning, and constructive feedback.

• Use the GROW model to structure effective coaching conversations.

• Build trust and psychological safety in coaching relationships.

• Integrate coaching into their leadership style and daily interactions.

• WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 

This course is designed for management, team leaders, supervisors, and mid- to senior-level managers who are responsible for guiding, developing, and supporting their teams. It is particularly valuable for those who want to shift from a directive leadership style to a more empowering, coaching-based approach.

• COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

There are no prerequisites in terms of skills, certifications, or positions. However, this course is best suited for individuals who demonstrate:

• A willingness to shift from directive management to a more supportive, empowering style.

• An open mindset to rethinking their leadership role and enhancing how they develop others.

• A commitment to self-awareness, continuous learning, and growth-oriented conversations with their team.

• MODULES:

Module 1: Introduction to Coaching for Managers

This opening session introduces the concept of coaching as a key management tool. Participants will explore what coaching truly means and how it differs from mentoring and traditional managing. The session emphasizes coaching as a leadership mindset that supports growth, autonomy, and long-term team development.

Module 2: Core Coaching Skills

Participants will develop foundational coaching skills that strengthen communication and team relationships. They will practice active listening, learn to ask powerful open-ended questions, and build mutual trust with their team. The session also covers how to give and receive feedback in a way that drives improvement and engagement.

Module 3: The GROW Model

This session introduces the GROW model—a simple yet powerful framework for structuring coaching conversations. Participants will walk through each step of the model (Goal, Reality, Options, Way Forward) and learn how to apply it in practical workplace situations. Hands-on exercises help embed the model for future use.

Module 4: Coaching Practice & Action Planning

In this final session, participants will engage in real-play coaching scenarios to apply what they’ve learned throughout the day. They will receive constructive feedback from peers and the facilitator, reflect on their strengths and areas for improvement, and build greater confidence in their coaching approach.

The session concludes with personal action planning, where each participant outlines concrete next steps to continue developing and applying their coaching skills in their daily management practice.

• TRAINING METHODS:

• Structured sessions with clear goals, activities, and wrap-ups.

• Engaging mix of lectures, discussions, role-plays, peer sharing, and hands-on tasks.

• Facilitator-led, adaptive, and participatory approach.

• Content tailored to audience needs and outcomes.

• Includes action planning and personal reflection 

• BEYOND THE TRAINING: CONDITIONS PRACTICE & COACHING

The real impact comes from applying what you’ve learned. Keep the momentum by:

• Action Planning: Revisit your personal plans, set reminders, and track progress.

• Peer Support: Stay connected with fellow participants to share progress and stay accountable.