Describe the process of coaching and explain why is it important for managers to be effective coaches.
Review the following conversation:Marcy: Dana, can I talk to you for a couple of minutes? Weve been roommates for two years and I think I have a time management problem. I just dont get enough done in a day. What do you think?Dana: Tell me more. How did you decide that you have a problem?Marcy: I never get everything done on my to-do list. The more I get done, the more I end up adding to the list. Dana: What would solving the problem look like to you?Marcy: Well, Id get everything done on my list.Dana: Is that realistic?Marcy: Its not, but what else am I going to do?Dana: What else can you do that will help? Can you work with an advisor? Use a scheduling program?This is an example of coaching. Describe the process of coaching and explain why is it important for managers to be effective coaches.
