Apply as a coaching partner
Qualities of a successful coach
Typically teams can participate in many case competitions during the year and the number of competitions is increasing. But what makes the teams good and what preparations lie behind it? It is coaching. Coaching consists of choosing students and putting them together in teams with the purpose of training them in international business strategy analysis, presentation skills, reasoning, the trick of being able to think on your feet when questioned, taking them out of the role of student in a classroom and put them in the very different role of a business consultant in the boardroom, and last but not least, how to communicate effectively.
What is required in the coaching effort? What attributes and skills should coaches possess?
Commitment
Commitment to allocating time for the team(s) and the process is crucial. In a coaching process, the amount of time spent upfront, identifying the culture, training, establishing teams, and developing the process tools and organization is essential.
Observation
Coaches need to observe and note the group dynamics of all teams. If problems between members develop, a coach can be ready to help work out differences. Conscious awareness of bottlenecks in team activities comes through persistent observation.
Accountability accepted
The responsibility of coaching carries accountability. Coaches need to share accountability for the team’s activities and results. The group needs to be aware that coaches are as responsible and accountable as they are for what happens in the coaching process.
Communication
Coaching is a two-way process. Effective coaches are able to communicate feelings as well as content. Communicating with no personal agenda and without judging are essential aspects of the communication process.
Honesty
Integrity and trust are significant factors in successful coaching relationships. These areas rank high in “Needs improvement/resolution.”
Inspire and Incent
Coaches should inspire people to participate and perform at their best levels. Reinforcement is a huge part of a team’s success.
Non-judgmental guidance
When coaches see areas for improvement, they should tell the teams in a manner that does not appear to find fault; rather, suggesting alternatives to enhance performance.
Good listening
Good listening is the key to good communication. Listening skills and resisting the urge to give immediate advice are essential attributes of successful coaching.
What should you commit?
Time
It will take you 4-5 months of involvement with 20-30 hours of monthly commitment.
Network
You might need to share your networks and contacts with your team.
Responsibility
You will share the responsibility with your team and will have full affiliation with the process.
Training
Provision of technical and soft skills to the team.
Who can apply?
Coaching of the teams will be organized by experienced partners. Two main types of coaching partners are
Individual coaches
Individual professionals who are involved in coaching on a personal basis. The team will be affiliated with the individual.
Corporate coaches
Advisory OR Consulting companies OR Business Entities. The team will be affiliated with the company.