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Myths and truths about coaching: How to acquire right perspective to enhance leadership excellence

M.S Rao (Founder, MSR Leadership Consultants India, Hyderabad, India.)

Human Resource Management International Digest

ISSN: 0967-0734

Article publication date: 8 June 2015

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Abstract

Purpose

Demonstrates how to acquire right perspective to enhance leadership excellence.

Design/methodology/approach

Considers 14 myths about coaching and puts forward an alternative viewpoint.

Findings

Defines coaching as a process of hand-holding, questioning, listening, guiding and sharing knowledge and expertise.

Practical implications

Shows that coaching helps people to acquire skills, abilities and knowledge to enhance their leadership excellence.

Social implications

Seeks strong support from all stakeholders including educators, trainers, mentors and counselors to differentiate coaching from other disciplines.

Originality/value

Turns the spotlight on coaching as a specialism that can make a difference to the lives of learners.

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Citation

Rao, M.S. (2015), "Myths and truths about coaching: How to acquire right perspective to enhance leadership excellence", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 23 No. 4, pp. 35-37. https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-05-2015-0070

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2015, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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