GROW Coaching (Job Aid)
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Coaching and mentoring are important leadership roles that help employees perform better and progress in their careers. The GROW model provides a structured approach for coaching sessions with four steps: (1) establish a specific, measurable goal; (2) examine the current reality and issues; (3) explore different options for reaching the goal; and (4) establish how the individual will stay motivated to achieve the goal. Using the GROW model helps leaders develop into effective coaches.
GROW Coaching (Job Aid)
- 1. Leadership Essential: Coaching and Mentoring through GROW Coaching The GROW Coaching Model You take on many roles as a leader. One of your most important roles is coaching your people to be their best. By effectively coaching your people, you’ll help them perform better, make better decisions, and progress further in their careers. Some leaders find coaching others to be a natural skill. Others struggle to be an effective coach and have to develop this skill themselves. The GROW Model is an excellent tool you can use to structure a coaching session. 1. Establish the Goal GOAL REALITY Establish the desired end behavior with the individual. 2. Examine the Reality Have the individual describe the current reality. 3. Explore the Options OPTIONS Explore what options the individual has for reachiing the goal. 4. Establish the Will WILL Establish what will keep the individual motivated to reach the goal. • How will you know when you’ve reached the goal? • Is this a SMART goal? • What is the starting point? • What are the issues that you currently face? • How far away from the goal are you? • What else could you do? • What are the advantages and disadvantages of each option? • How can you keep yourself motivated? • What could stop you from achieving your goal and how will you overcome this? © 2013 Copyright Matt Hallett