Mastering Coaching Essentials: Technical Expert to Coach

In this training course you will launch your coaching career with our Coaching Essentials toolbox and learn the skills to become a coach.

AMS Course Code: 2071

Course Description

Whether you’re stepping into a leadership role, transitioning from a technical background, or simply eager to guide and inspire, this training course equips you with the coaching essential skills and mindset to launch your coaching career. Diving into foundational coaching techniques involves learning the fundamental principles and methods used in coaching. These techniques include effective communication, goal-setting strategies, and active listening. By practicing feedback delivery, coaches can refine their ability to provide constructive input to clients. Exploring real-world scenarios helps coaches apply their knowledge in practical situations. Creating a safe space for growth is essential, as it allows clients to feel comfortable sharing their challenges and aspirations. Becoming a great business coach goes beyond mere certification; it requires developing a strong interpersonal skill set through guidance and experience.

Visit the AMS Client-Centric Engagement Model below, to learn about other customization options or Contact Us to discuss your unique needs. Our modulated content inventory coupled with our proprietary 4x4 design model affords our clients a wide range of scalable options. Visit out Full Course Catalog to explore related topics.

Delivery Options

This program is delivered on-site in one full day or virtually in two 3.5-hour sessions.

Course Modules

Effective Communication and Active Listening

  • Questioning Techniques: Master open-ended questions to encourage deeper exploration

  • Empathetic Listening: Understand clients’ perspectives and emotions without judgment

  • Feedback Delivery: Provide constructive feedback that supports growth and self-awareness

  • Nonverbal Communication: Pay attention to body language and tone during coaching sessions

Coaching Models and Frameworks

  • GROW Model: Understand the Goal, Reality, Options, and Way Forward framework

  • Solution-Focused Coaching: Focus on solutions rather than problems

  • Strengths-Based Approach: Identify and leverage clients’ existing strengths

  • Appreciative Inquiry: Explore positive experiences and envision a desired future

Goal Setting and Accountability

  • SMART Goals: Help clients set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals

  • Action Plans: Collaborate on actionable steps to achieve those goals

  • Progress Tracking: Establish regular check-ins to monitor progress and adjust as needed

  • Motivation and Encouragement: Keep clients motivated and accountable throughout the process

Business Acumen and Industry Knowledge

  • Understanding Business Context: Familiarize yourself with various industries and organizational structures

  • Market Trends: Stay informed about industry trends, market shifts, and emerging technologies

  • Financial Literacy: Understand basic financial concepts relevant to business decisions

  • Leadership and Change Management: Equip clients with leadership skills and change management strategies

Who Should Attend

Executives, managers or anyone with a desire for self-development, or the desire to develop others.

Client-Centric Engagement Model

Professional Development Training

Each learning module in our course descriptions represent 90 minutes of instruction. Your selection of learning modules and sub-topics, preferred delivery modality, and custom design elements (as noted below), will determine the course duration and ultimate “best solution” to meet your unique learning needs. Our proprietary and innovative “4x4” design model, expert level facilitators, and modulated content library is the gateway to high-impact and agile learning experiences that result in immediate skills application.

AMS Professional Development Training Model for Engagement

For the Team

  • Teams of eight or more participants, delivered On-Site or Live Online with the option to customize your learning experience.

For the Individual

Customize your Learning Experience

  • Customize with instructional design options including scenarios, thought leader questions, and exercises
  • Select delivery modality and manage course durations based on content selection
  • Mix and match learning modules & sub-topics to create the most highly customized learning experience
  • Create learning tracks by linking courses & learning modules with connective application exercises over a predetermined timeline
  • Support content with correlating Research Articles
  • Enhance skills application with Performance Coaching
  • Earn select industry and academic accreditations
  • Organizational Learning & Development (L&D) Framework Best Practice
  • Integrate Digital Resources – Thought Leader Interviews – Insights Podcast

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