The Coaching Mindset: Challenging Traditional Notions of Leadership
Audio • 40
Learning Objectives
- Discover the limitations of traditional leadership approaches in a changing world.
- Differentiate between "hands-on," "hands-off," and "hands-ready" leadership styles.
- Assess the benefits of a human-centred leadership approach.
Lesson Description
This audio lesson challenges traditional notions of leadership and highlights why outdated approaches may no longer be effective. Ruth Farenga and Carolyn Cresswell explore the pitfalls of being too "hands-on" or too "hands-off" and introduce the concept of "hands-ready" leadership, which incorporates a coaching approach. This discussion emphasises the importance of human-centred leadership and recognises that individuals are emotionally driven beings. By listening, you’ll learn to identify when different leadership styles are appropriate and gain practical tips for shifting towards a more coach-like approach to get the best out of your teams.
