SEPTEMBERASIA BUSINESS OUTLOOK19support. My leadership development and executive coaching practice is based on my own belief that Performance is equal to Potential minus (Internal) Interference. This belief and the relational coaching forms the foundation of my approach, By utilizing this approach, I assist my clients in exploring behavioral change and achieving their desired coaching outcomes. Drawing upon my extensive training, accreditation, and experience (TAE), I establish meaningful connections with leaders, bridging the gap between warmth and competency.What are the standout services provided by your company? How do they set themselves apart from other services in the market? The flagship service is executive coaching, which encompasses various specialized strands such as CXO coaching, Transition coaching, Behavioural coaching, and Leadership coaching. Additionally, Mentoring services, which differ significantly from Executive Coaching. As Faculty, I offer executive education programs focused on consulting skills, organization behavior (OB & HRM), leadership development in IIMs in India.How does a complete cycle of your client engagement look like?I firmly believe that establishing a connection, building rapport, and fostering trust between the coach and client are vital in creating a collaborative relationship.I offer personalized executive coaching experiences that cater to the specific needs of individual leaders and organizations. The coaching is customized based on the client's preference for face-to-face or online sessions, and the frequency and duration of the coaching sessions are mutually agreed upon with the client. I provide flexibility within an agreed range to accommodate their unique requirements.For Directors and CXOs with 20 years of work experience, I design individual face-to-face executive coaching assignments tailored to their development needs. A typical executive coaching engagement consists of 6-8 sessions, each lasting 60-90 minutes, including a powerful mindful hour! Throughout a period of 3-4 months, these sessions encompass approximately 8-10 hours of impactful one-on-one coaching conversations. In addition to the executive coaching sessions, psychometrics, reflection journals, and development assignments are integrated to further enhance the coaching experience and support the client's growth journey.How has your journey been since the inception of your Coaching practice?I have come a long way in the span of 12 years, starting from humble beginnings to building a thriving executive coaching practice. When I initially embarked on my journey, pursuing a Masters in Executive Coaching in the UK and leaving behind a stable corporate career as the Head of HR and Learning & Development at PwC India, I could not have envisioned the opportunities and growth that awaited me. Returning from the well-established market of London to India to establish my practice demanded unwavering self-belief, determination, resilience, and expanding my own mindset as a professional solopreneur. I must thank my teachers and family for their support during the period of building my leadership development and executive coaching practice.The growth of my leadership development and executive practice unfolded differently than I had imagined, but it was nevertheless rewarding, particularly in niche areas like transition coaching. During that time, executive coaching in India was still in its early stages, with the majority perceiving it as a one-on-one conversation aimed at addressing remedial issues, rather than fully embracing it as a pivotal component of leadership development. However, the significance of leadership development and executive coaching has garnered widespread recognition. Executive coaching undeniably delivers value, and as Rabindranath Tagore aptly said, "Value is valued by those who value value."What are your future plans? As Accredited Executive Coach (EMCC), I have exciting plans to expand coaching services into new areas that align with both academic advancements and industry practices. I am currently working on an action research inquiry on executive coaching, website and my YouTube Channel. In the future, I intend to focus more on CXO Coaching and also introduce Team Coaching as part of the offerings. As an Accredited Executive Coach (EMCC) and Faculty of Leadership Development in IIMs, India, I have the vision to establish, build and lead a Center of Excellence (CoE) dedicated to Leader Development: Executive Coaching. This CoE will be the first of its kind in India.
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