1. I set aside time on a regular basis to coach my key people on specific goals, challenges and/or areas for development using a proven approach and methodology to guide my conversations and interactions.

2. I am curious about what the people I work with are doing, how they are doing it and what motivates them.

3. I am an effective listener … fully focusing, asking powerful questions and reflecting back thoughts in order to truly understand the other person’s unique point of view.

4. I believe the people I work with are naturally creative and resourceful – they have the ability to come up with solutions to their current challenges.

5. I am committed to the success and high performance of my team and my organization.

6. I effectively ask probing questions to clarify the other person’s objective, understand the current situation, explore options for solutions, deal with potential road blocks and design a strategy for success.

7. I understand the importance of follow up and support others by holding them accountable for their choices.

8. I use and fully understand the applications of assessment tools to gather feedback and create personal development plans to assist in developing our people to their full potential.

9. I give feedback in a timely manner and in a way that is productive and non-threatening.

10. I eagerly respond to coaching requests and seek coaching for myself from people in all levels of my organization.