
GA 520 | Applying Scientific Thinking in Untraditional Contexts with Michael Lombard
Gemba Academy Podcast: Lean Six Sigma | Toyota Kata | Productivity | Leadership
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The Power of Mentoring in Coaching
Having a mentor coach can greatly enhance the coaching experience by providing valuable expertise and guidance. In this scenario, the speaker benefitted from an assistant coach who was a trained and knowledgeable professional, although he couldn't commit full-time due to work. This mentor coach acted as a master coach, offering mentorship and feedback, which significantly improved the coaching process. They implemented a structured approach to coaching by setting weekly goals for skill development and running experiments during practice sessions. This mentoring relationship not only enhanced the speaker's coaching abilities but also contributed to a human-centered design approach in coaching.
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