COACHES AND CAPTAINS

Achieve Mastery
Coaches
Achieve Mastery
Open Up New Opportunities for Yourself by achieving mastery in one or more of the coaching competency be it Transformation coaching, Business Coaching or Technical Coaching. The business coaching has further niche as Executive Coaching and Product Coaching while the Technical Coaching is offered as Flow Coach.
5 Competencies Coaches need to Master
Technical Coaching Mastery
Technical Coach Competency Masterclass agenda aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of technical coaching and equip them with practical skills and strategies to excel in this role. It combines theoretical knowledge, interactive activities, group discussions, and real-life application to create an engaging and impactful learning experience. Session 1:
  • Introduction and Objectives (15 minutes)
    • Welcome and introductions
    • Overview of the workshop objectives and agenda
    • Setting expectations for the masterclass
  • Understanding the Role of a Technical Coach (30 minutes)
    • Definition and scope of technical coaching
    • The benefits of having technical coaches in organizations
    • Key competencies and skills required for effective technical coaching
Session 2:
  • Building Rapport and Establishing Trust (30 minutes)
    • Techniques for building rapport with individuals and teams
    • Establishing trust as a foundation for effective coaching relationships
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice building rapport and trust
Session 3:
  • Active Listening and Powerful Questioning (60 minutes)
    • Developing active listening skills to understand the needs and challenges of coachees
    • Using powerful questioning techniques to facilitate insights and learning
    • Interactive exercises: Participants practice active listening and powerful questioning
Session 4:
  • Providing Constructive Feedback (45 minutes)
    • Techniques for delivering constructive feedback effectively
    • Creating a safe and supportive environment for feedback discussions
    • Case studies and examples of giving constructive feedback in technical coaching contexts
Session 5:
  • Goal Setting and Action Planning (45 minutes)
    • Collaboratively setting SMART goals with coachees
    • Helping coachees develop action plans for skill development and performance improvement
    • Group activity: Participants work on goal setting and action planning scenarios
Session 6:
  • Technical Skill Development and Mentoring (60 minutes)
    • Supporting coachees in developing technical skills and knowledge
    • Techniques for providing guidance and mentoring in specific technical areas
    • Interactive discussion: Participants share their experiences with technical skill development and mentoring
Session 7:
  • Overcoming Challenges and Navigating Resistance (30 minutes)
    • Identifying common challenges and obstacles in technical coaching
    • Strategies for overcoming resistance and navigating difficult coaching situations
    • Interactive discussion: Participants share their own challenges and seek input and suggestions from the group
  • Continuous Improvement and Self-Development (30 minutes)
    • The importance of continuous learning and self-development for technical coaches
    • Techniques for staying updated with technology trends and industry advancements
    • Group activities and self-reflection: Participants explore opportunities for their own growth as technical coaches
Session 8:
  • Application and Integration (25 minutes)
    • Identifying opportunities to apply technical coaching skills in participants’ own work environments
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants apply the skills to real-life technical coaching scenarios
    • Reflection and discussion: Participants share their experiences and insights
  • Action Planning and Next Steps (25 minutes)
    • Reflection on key insights and takeaways from the masterclass
    • Group discussion: Participants identify specific actions they can take to strengthen their technical coaching competencies
    • Individual action planning: Participants develop personal action plans with clear steps and timelines for implementation
  • Wrap-up and Conclusion (10 minutes)
    • Summary of key points covered in the masterclass
    • Q&A session to address any remaining questions or concerns
    • Closing remarks and next steps
Transformation Coaching Mastery
Transformation Coach Competency Masterclass agenda aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of technical coaching and equip them with practical skills and strategies to excel in this role. It combines theoretical knowledge, interactive activities, group discussions, and real-life application to create an engaging and impactful learning experience. Session 1:
  • Introduction and Objectives (15 minutes)
    • Welcome and introductions
    • Overview of the workshop objectives and agenda
    • Setting expectations for the masterclass
  • Understanding the Role of a Transformation Coach (30 minutes)
    • Definition and scope of transformation coaching
    • The benefits of having transformation coaches in organizations
    • Key competencies and skills required for effective transformation coaching
Session 2:
  • Embracing Change and Leading Transformation (30 minutes)
    • Exploring the nature of change and transformation in organizations
    • Techniques for embracing change and fostering a transformation mindset
    • Case studies and examples of successful organizational transformations
  • Building Rapport and Establishing Trust (30 minutes)
    • Techniques for building rapport with individuals and teams
    • Establishing trust as a foundation for effective coaching relationships
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice building rapport and trust
Session 3:
  • Assessing Organizational Readiness (60 minutes)
    • Tools and techniques for assessing an organization’s readiness for transformation
    • Identifying barriers and enablers for successful transformation initiatives
    • Interactive group activities: Participants analyze organizational readiness scenarios
Session 4:
  • Facilitating Change and Transformation (60 minutes)
    • Techniques for facilitating change initiatives and transformation programs
    • Creating a supportive environment for change and transformation
    • Group discussions and case studies: Participants explore different facilitation approaches
Session 5:
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication (45 minutes)
    • Strategies for effectively engaging and communicating with stakeholders
    • Techniques for managing resistance and addressing concerns during transformation
    • Interactive exercises: Participants practice stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Session 6:
  • Coaching for Transformation (60 minutes)
    • Applying coaching techniques to support individuals and teams through transformation
    • Techniques for helping individuals navigate change and overcome obstacles
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice transformation coaching scenarios
Session 7:
  • Overcoming Challenges and Navigating Resistance (20 minutes)
    • Identifying common challenges and obstacles in transformation coaching
    • Strategies for overcoming resistance and navigating difficult coaching situations
    • Interactive discussion: Participants share their own challenges and seek input and suggestions from the group
  • Monitoring and Evaluating Transformation Progress (20 minutes)
    • Tools and methods for monitoring and evaluating transformation initiatives
    • Techniques for measuring the impact and success of transformation efforts
    • Group activities: Participants develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks
  • Continuous Learning and Improvement (20 minutes)
    • The importance of continuous learning and self-development for transformation coaches
    • Techniques for staying updated with industry trends and best practices
    • Group discussions and self-reflection: Participants explore opportunities for their own growth as transformation coaches
Session 8:
  • Application and Integration (25 minutes)
    • Identifying opportunities to apply transformation coaching skills in participants’ own work environments
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants apply the skills to real-life technical coaching scenarios
    • Reflection and discussion: Participants share their experiences and insights
  • Action Planning and Next Steps (25 minutes)
    • Reflection on key insights and takeaways from the masterclass
    • Group discussion: Participants identify specific actions they can take to strengthen their technical coaching competencies
    • Individual action planning: Participants develop personal action plans with clear steps and timelines for implementation
  • Wrap-up and Conclusion (10 minutes)
    • Summary of key points covered in the masterclass
    • Q&A session to address any remaining questions or concerns
    • Closing remarks and next steps
Executive Coaching Mastery
Executive Coach Competency Masterclass agenda aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of technical coaching and equip them with practical skills and strategies to excel in this role. It combines theoretical knowledge, interactive activities, group discussions, and real-life application to create an engaging and impactful learning experience. Session 1:
  1. Introduction and Objectives (15 minutes)
    • Welcome and introductions
    • Overview of the workshop objectives and agenda
    • Setting expectations for the masterclass
  2. Understanding the Role of a Executive Coach (15 minutes)
    • Definition and scope of executive coaching
    • The benefits of having executive coaches in organizations
    • Key competencies and skills required for effective executive coaching
  3. Establishing the Coaching Relationship (30 minutes)
    • Building rapport and trust with executive clients
    • Setting clear coaching agreements and expectations
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice establishing coaching relationships
Session 2:
  1. Exploring Leadership Styles and Behaviors (60 minutes)
    • Understanding different leadership styles and their impact on performance
    • Assessing executive clients’ leadership strengths and areas for development
    • Case studies and interactive discussions: Participants analyze leadership behaviors
Session 3:
  1. Coaching Competencies and Techniques (60 minutes)
    • Essential coaching competencies for executive coaches
    • Techniques for active listening, powerful questioning, and providing feedback
    • Interactive exercises: Participants practice coaching techniques
Session 4:
  1. Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness (30 minutes)
    • The role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership and coaching
    • Techniques for enhancing self-awareness in executive clients
    • Group discussions and self-reflection: Participants explore emotional intelligence in coaching
  2. Assessing and Leveraging Strengths (30 minutes)
    • Tools and methods for assessing executive clients’ strengths
    • Strategies for leveraging strengths to maximize leadership effectiveness
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants practice strength-based coaching
Session 5:
  1. Supporting Goal Setting and Action Planning (60 minutes)
    • Techniques for helping executive clients set meaningful goals
    • Supporting the development of action plans and accountability mechanisms
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice goal setting and action planning
  2. Managing Change and Transition (45 minutes)
    • Coaching executives through organizational change and transition
    • Techniques for helping executives navigate challenges and uncertainty
    • Interactive discussions: Participants share experiences and strategies for managing change
Session 6:
  1. Developing Leadership Presence and Influence (30 minutes)
    • Techniques for enhancing executive clients’ leadership presence and influence
    • Coaching strategies for improving communication and executive presence
    • Interactive exercises and role-plays: Participants practice coaching presence and influence
  2. Ethical Considerations in Executive Coaching (30 minutes)
    • Exploring ethical guidelines and considerations in executive coaching
    • Confidentiality, boundaries, and maintaining professional standards
    • Group discussions and case studies: Participants analyze ethical coaching dilemmas
Session 7:
  1. Overcoming Challenges and Navigating Resistance (20 minutes)
    • Identifying common challenges and obstacles in transformation coaching
    • Strategies for overcoming resistance and navigating difficult coaching situations
    • Interactive discussion: Participants share their own challenges and seek input and suggestions from the group
  2. Monitoring and Evaluating Transformation Progress (20 minutes)
    • Tools and methods for monitoring and evaluating transformation initiatives
    • Techniques for measuring the impact and success of transformation efforts
    • Group activities: Participants develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks
  3. Continuous Learning and Improvement (20 minutes)
    • The importance of continuous learning and self-development for transformation coaches
    • Techniques for staying updated with industry trends and best practices
    • Group discussions and self-reflection: Participants explore opportunities for their own growth as transformation coaches
Session 8:
  1. Application and Integration (25 minutes)
    • Identifying opportunities to apply executive coaching skills in participants’ own work environments
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants apply the skills to real-life technical coaching scenarios
    • Reflection and discussion: Participants share their experiences and insights
  2. Action Planning and Next Steps (25 minutes)
    • Reflection on key insights and takeaways from the masterclass
    • Group discussion: Participants identify specific actions they can take to strengthen their technical coaching competencies
    • Individual action planning: Participants develop personal action plans with clear steps and timelines for implementation
  3. Wrap-up and Conclusion (10 minutes)
    • Summary of key points covered in the masterclass
    • Q&A session to address any remaining questions or concerns
    • Closing remarks and next steps
Product Coaching Mastery
Product Coach Competency Masterclass agenda aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of technical coaching and equip them with practical skills and strategies to excel in this role. It combines theoretical knowledge, interactive activities, group discussions, and real-life application to create an engaging and impactful learning experience. Session 1:
  • Introduction and Objectives (15 minutes)
    • Welcome and introductions
    • Overview of the workshop objectives and agenda
    • Setting expectations for the masterclass
  • Understanding the Role of a ProductCoach (30 minutes)
    • Definition and scope of product coaching
    • The benefits of having product coaches in organizations
    • Key competencies and skills required for effective product coaching
Session 2:
  • The Product Coach’s Mindset (30 minutes)
    • Developing a growth mindset as a product coach
    • Embracing curiosity, empathy, and a customer-centric approach
    • Interactive exercises: Participants explore and adopt the product coach’s mindset
  • Building Relationships with Product Teams (30 minutes)
    • Building rapport and trust with product teams
    • Establishing a collaborative and supportive coaching relationship
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice building relationships with product teams
Session 3:
  • Coaching for Product Discovery (60 minutes)
    • Techniques for facilitating product discovery workshops and activities
    • Supporting product teams in defining problems, exploring solutions, and validating assumptions
    • Interactive discussions and case studies: Participants explore effective product discovery coaching techniques
Session 4:
  • Facilitating Product Strategy and Roadmap Development (30 minutes)
    • Techniques for facilitating strategic discussions and roadmap planning
    • Helping product teams align on vision, goals, and prioritization
    • Group activities and simulations: Participants practice facilitating product strategy sessions
  • Collaborative Problem Solving and Decision Making (30 minutes)
    • Coaching techniques for fostering collaborative problem-solving and decision-making processes
    • Facilitating discussions, managing conflicts, and reaching consensus
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice collaborative problem-solving and decision-making scenarios
Session 5:
  • Coaching for Agile and Lean Practices (30 minutes)
    • Supporting product teams in adopting and optimizing agile and lean practices
    • Coaching techniques for backlog refinement, sprint planning, and continuous improvement
    • Interactive discussions and case studies: Participants explore effective coaching approaches in an agile environment
  • Coaching for Product Delivery and Iteration (30 minutes)
    • Techniques for coaching product teams in iterative development and delivery
    • Supporting product teams in delivering value, collecting feedback, and iterating on products
    • Interactive discussions and case studies: Participants explore effective coaching techniques for product delivery
Session 6:
  • Influencing and Stakeholder Management (45 minutes)
    • Techniques for influencing and managing stakeholders in product coaching
    • Building relationships, managing expectations, and gaining support
    • Group activities and role-plays: Participants practice stakeholder management and influence techniques
  • Metrics and Product Performance (45 minutes)
    • Coaching teams in defining and measuring meaningful product metrics
    • Using metrics to assess product performance and drive data-informed decision-making
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants practice defining and using product metrics
Session 7:
  • Overcoming Challenges and Navigating Resistance (20 minutes)
    • Identifying common challenges and obstacles in transformation coaching
    • Strategies for overcoming resistance and navigating difficult coaching situations
    • Interactive discussion: Participants share their own challenges and seek input and suggestions from the group
  • Monitoring and Evaluating Transformation Progress (20 minutes)
    • Tools and methods for monitoring and evaluating transformation initiatives
    • Techniques for measuring the impact and success of transformation efforts
    • Group activities: Participants develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks
  • Continuous Learning and Improvement (20 minutes)
    • The importance of continuous learning and self-development for transformation coaches
    • Techniques for staying updated with industry trends and best practices
    • Group discussions and self-reflection: Participants explore opportunities for their own growth as transformation coaches
Session 8:
  • Application and Integration (25 minutes)
    • Identifying opportunities to apply product coaching skills in participants’ own work environments
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants apply the skills to real-life technical coaching scenarios
    • Reflection and discussion: Participants share their experiences and insights
  • Action Planning and Next Steps (25 minutes)
    • Reflection on key insights and takeaways from the masterclass
    • Group discussion: Participants identify specific actions they can take to strengthen their technical coaching competencies
    • Individual action planning: Participants develop personal action plans with clear steps and timelines for implementation
  • Wrap-up and Conclusion (10 minutes)
    • Summary of key points covered in the masterclass
    • Q&A session to address any remaining questions or concerns
    • Closing remarks and next steps
Portfolio Coaching Mastery
Portfolio Coach Competency Masterclass agenda aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of technical coaching and equip them with practical skills and strategies to excel in this role. It combines theoretical knowledge, interactive activities, group discussions, and real-life application to create an engaging and impactful learning experience. Session 1:
  • Introduction and Objectives (10 minutes)
    • Welcome and introductions
    • Overview of the workshop objectives and agenda
    • Setting expectations for the masterclass
  • Understanding the Role of a Portfolio Coach (25 minutes)
    • Definition and scope of portfolio coaching
    • The benefits of having portfolio coaches in organizations
    • Key competencies and skills required for effective portfolio coaching
  • The Portfolio Coach’s Mindset (25 minutes)
    • Developing a strategic and holistic mindset as a portfolio coach
    • Embracing agility, adaptability, and systems thinking
    • Interactive exercises: Participants explore and adopt the portfolio coach’s mindset
Session 2:
  • Building Relationships with Portfolio Leaders (20 minutes)
    • Building rapport and trust with portfolio leaders
    • Establishing a collaborative and supportive coaching relationship
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice building relationships with portfolio leaders
  • Coaching for Portfolio Strategy and Alignment (40 minutes)
    • Techniques for facilitating portfolio strategy sessions
    • Helping portfolio leaders align strategic goals, initiatives, and resource allocation
    • Interactive discussions and case studies: Participants explore effective coaching techniques for portfolio strategy and alignment
Session 3:
  • Facilitating Portfolio Governance and Decision Making (60 minutes)
    • Techniques for facilitating portfolio governance and decision-making processes
    • Supporting portfolio leaders in prioritization, risk management, and resource optimization
    • Group activities and simulations: Participants practice facilitating portfolio governance sessions
Session 4:
  • Agile Portfolio Management (60 minutes)
    • Coaching techniques for applying agile and lean principles at the portfolio level
    • Supporting portfolio leaders in adaptive planning, iterative delivery, and continuous improvement
    • Role-playing exercises: Participants practice coaching agile portfolio management scenarios
Session 5:
  • Coaching for Portfolio Performance and Value Delivery (60 minutes)
    • Techniques for coaching portfolio leaders in measuring and optimizing portfolio performance
    • Supporting portfolio teams in delivering value and achieving strategic outcomes
    • Interactive discussions and case studies: Participants explore effective coaching approaches for portfolio performance and value delivery
Session 6:
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication (30 minutes)
    • Techniques for effectively engaging and communicating with portfolio stakeholders
    • Managing relationships, expectations, and communications at the portfolio level
    • Group activities and role-plays: Participants practice stakeholder engagement and communication techniques
  • Change Management and Transformation (30 minutes)
    • Coaching techniques for supporting organizational change and transformation at the portfolio level
    • Strategies for managing resistance, fostering a culture of innovation, and embracing change
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants practice change management coaching in a portfolio context
Session 7:
  • Overcoming Challenges and Navigating Resistance (20 minutes)
    • Identifying common challenges and obstacles in transformation coaching
    • Strategies for overcoming resistance and navigating difficult coaching situations
    • Interactive discussion: Participants share their own challenges and seek input and suggestions from the group
  • Monitoring and Evaluating Transformation Progress (20 minutes)
    • Tools and methods for monitoring and evaluating transformation initiatives
    • Techniques for measuring the impact and success of transformation efforts
    • Group activities: Participants develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks
  • Continuous Learning and Improvement (20 minutes)
    • The importance of continuous learning and self-development for transformation coaches
    • Techniques for staying updated with industry trends and best practices
    • Group discussions and self-reflection: Participants explore opportunities for their own growth as transformation coaches
Session 8:
  • Application and Integration (25 minutes)
    • Identifying opportunities to apply portfolio coaching skills in participants’ own work environments
    • Group activities and case studies: Participants apply the skills to real-life technical coaching scenarios
    • Reflection and discussion: Participants share their experiences and insights
  • Action Planning and Next Steps (25 minutes)
    • Reflection on key insights and takeaways from the masterclass
    • Group discussion: Participants identify specific actions they can take to strengthen their technical coaching competencies
    • Individual action planning: Participants develop personal action plans with clear steps and timelines for implementation
  • Wrap-up and Conclusion (10 minutes)
    • Summary of key points covered in the masterclass
    • Q&A session to address any remaining questions or concerns
    • Closing remarks and next steps