Are You "Fit" for a Coaching Engagement?

Do you believe that you can change? Are you willing to do the work to get there? Are you self-reflective? These are a few relevant questions that can determine whether you are fit for a coaching engagement. While it’s true that anyone can benefit from working with a coach, it is also true that they will be more “coachable” and have a greater chance of success if they also possess these qualities:

Motivated and Aspirational

Leaders who are motivated to do the work and who believe that they can reach their goals and potential will be more likely to succeed on their coaching journey. In addition to having high aspirations, these leaders will also hold themselves accountable and will set personal markers for performance and success. 

Dedicated to Learning

Coachable leaders will enjoy the process of learning, self-development, and remain open to making improvements. In general, if you are curious, like to learn new things, and are intrigued by the potential to learn and grow then you will be more likely to make personal improvements in the coaching process. 

Commitment to Growth

Any self-development will take time and commitment and that is the same for any coaching journey. Staying committed to the process and to yourself will help you make necessary self-discovery and changes over time, even when things get challenging or difficult. 

Vulnerable and Open to Process

Being vulnerable means a willingness to talk about your weaknesses, to ask for help, and to be open to feedback. Working on ourselves and being open to the process is a huge part of a growth mindset. 

Hope and Possibility

A sense of positivity and hope will help you on your coaching journey. In addition to sensing the possibility of your own greatness, you will also sense the potential in those around you and your organization as you rally around common goals. 

Your coachability is a reflection of your commitment to self-development, your flexibility, and willingness to change. Leaders who are “coachable” also understand that staying open to growth and change will give them more depth in their approach and connect them with authentic and natural abilities.