Doing or Developing

The most noticeable error made by managers in attempting to coach is trying to get the person or the team to do as they do. You will hear coaches extol their teams, “Do it like I’m showing you.” At best, you achieve one of two results with this approach: You either create a miniature you, or you get short-term results. Miniature is an appropriate description because you’ll never get exactly the same performance. A miniature you will give you diminutive results. And, that’s if your people see, feel and hear exactly what and why you are doing whatever you’re doing. Not having your background, knowledge and insights, how can they duplicate your actions?

Create opportunities for your team to shine.