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

2. 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
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3. “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
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4. How is coaching different from other disciplines?
Mentoring
Consulting
Therapy
How is coaching different from other disciplines?
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5. 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
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6. 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
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7. 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?
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8. 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…
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9. 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!
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