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Experts from various walks of life last week deliberated on the importance of coaching and how it builds sustainable businesses.
The Nigerian Chapter of the International Coach Federation explained that coaches can come with formal or informal training but leave an impact that lasts the life span of the business.
According to Titi Akisanya, the president of the Nigerian Chapter of the International Coach Federation at the Breakfast Panel Discussion held in commemoration of the 2018 International Coaching Week, “coaching is a foundational skill for every person looking to develop others, whether direct reports, peers or your own children. Although coach-specific training is wonderful to have, you can actually make an impact without it by using three simple words: “Tell me more.”
Welcoming the guests to the session, Adeyanju Olomola, Chairperson of the ICW, emphasised that at its core, coaching is not about a coach giving advice, telling people how to go about their lives or how to teach people do specific tasks. “That would be consulting. Coaching is really about listening and creating an awareness in someone that enables them to find new possibilities for action that include thinking, being and doing.”
Speaking at the event was Juliet Anamah, CEO Jumia Nigeria raised a key point about a cordial relationship being key to fostering an environment for productive coaching.
According to her; “it is this aura of respect and trust that can yield in results for both parties to the relationship.”
Peter Bamkole of the Enterprise Development Center reminded participants that “none of the above works if you are not listening in an authentic, genuine and curious way.”
Funmi Victor – Okigbo, Chief Executive Officer – No Surprises Events Architects, a panelist re-iterated the importance of clear communication between business owners and employees.
STEPHEN ONYEKWELU
