Chapter 5
Following Up After a Coaching Session
by Pam Krulitz and Nina Bowman
It is often said that the real work of coaching happens after a coaching session. That’s when you and your direct report actually put your conversation into practice, after all. But as a manager, how do you make sure to follow up appropriately? And how do you know whether your coaching is working?
Align Expectations for Follow-Up
After a coaching meeting, your direct report can quickly become aware of how difficult it is to balance new coaching commitments with the hectic demands of normal day-to-day work. To keep the process on track, you need to work with him in advance to set up a thoughtful approach for maintaining momentum between sessions.
While still in the ...
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