What Is Coaching and When Is It Useful?

Executive and management coaching . . .

Is a formal arrangement where a qualified coach
meets with a leader in a series of dynamic, confidential
sessions

Has clear goals to improve effectiveness of the individual

Is customized to meet the unique individual’s challenges

Is a structured plan and support to help a person
become a more effective leader and manager of others

What coaching is not . . .

Does not solve a complicated business problem

Does not provide psychological counseling for personal
problems

Is not career counseling

Is not spiritual, moral or religious guidance