Confusion often exists between executive coaching and consulting.  Let me explain the difference.  The consultant is usually hired to solve a problem or provide expertise in a certain business area…

Executive coaching is an intervention process that enables leaders to improve performance and grow conceptually and behaviorally. When entering a coaching process, an executive must understand…

Those who have decided to supplement their coaching process with assessment tools will find it essential to make a thorough evaluation of the tools and providers available…

Pushing individuals to behave in ways that are not inherently driven by their personalities can lead to unsatisfying and unrewarding careers…

The coach’s own self-assessment builds the foundation for assessing the needs of the coachee and establishing an effective coaching relationship with him or her…

Many times, an individual is promoted to a management position as a result of strong job skills. Such was the case with Mary, a registered nurse who was promoted…

The use of assessment instruments in the workplace has grown into a $400 million industry. In fact, more than 60 percent of Fortune 500 companies use assessments as part of leadership development.

In order for effective coaching to take place, the coach, the coachee, and the situational factors in the coachee’s environment, must be in alignment…

A variety of types of executive coaching can be applied, based on the unique needs of the leader and the organization. It is important to identify each type and its impact.