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7 Traits Of Leaders With A Coaching Style

There are many different styles that a leader can adopt and one size rarely fits all. So what are the key traits of leaders who adopt a coaching style?

  1. They are great listeners.
  2. They help others to solve their own problems.
  3. They use questions to deepen understanding.
  4. They don’t fix everything personally.
  5. They encourage balanced risk taking.
  6. They are supportive.
  7. They empower.

I wonder what other traits you would add. Why not leave a comment with your ideas?

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2 Responses to “7 Traits Of Leaders With A Coaching Style”

  1. Louise Says:
    March 15th, 2010 at 12:27 pm

    #4 was a tough one for me to learn.

    I would say they hold people accountable, in a fair way.

    Of course that should be true of all good leaders.

  2. Jen Says:
    July 16th, 2010 at 5:34 am

    Same as Louise, no 4 was the hardest for me too. Actually, it still is. :)

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