Coaching in Support of Leadership Development University of Ottawa Certificate Program in Public Sector Leadership and Governance Cohort 13 20 March 2019

What is the purpose of coaching in the context of this program? One-on-one support Focus on your way of being and competency development Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.

“What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” Marshall Goldsmith Critical Components “What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” Marshall Goldsmith New perspective Build competencies Out of your comfort zone Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.

How is coaching different from other disciplines? Mentoring Consulting Therapy How is coaching different from other disciplines? Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.

Common coaching topics Gaining more influence and credibility Letting go of my “expert” role Being more skilful with difficult conversations Working with dysfunctional relationships Thinking through the next steps in my career. Interview preparation Moving beyond feeling like an imposter Managing change and leading transitions Common coaching topics Broad spectrum in leadership topics and competency development Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.

What happens in a coaching session, and after? In general, results include: a better understanding of self and the topic increased competencies and self-confidence What happens in a coaching session, and after? It depends on: Your preparation and clarity about your coaching topic Your coach’s approach Your engagement with coaching practices Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.

How to choose your coach? 6 hours of individual coaching (generally 4 meetings of 1.5 hours). Coach profiles have been distributed to you. An opportunity to meet some coaches today. Possible to pre-interview others by telephone. Inform program administration of your choice. How to choose your coach? Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.

When choosing a coach, consider… Chemistry and ease of connection Language Understanding your context Experience in coaching someone with similar coaching goals Where they coach When choosing a coach, consider… Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.

How does the coaching relate to other components of your program? Emphasis on integration within the program Leadership practice reflections Peer coaching experiences (Windsor and Wakefield) Special sessions with speakers Wherever you go, there you are! Suzanne L Nault. All Rights Reserved 2019.