As caring leaders, it is our goal to help those who work under us get in touch with how their passions intersect with God's work in the world—to identify those things that will inspire them to fulfill God's will for their lives. Taking on a coaching role is how leaders can do this for their employees. You take where they are working right now, help them cast a clearer vision for where they believe God wants them to be, and help them figure out how to close the gap. Coaching is calling people to the rich and abundant life of being what God created and called them and gifted them to be.
As a manager, we all have different styles. But no matter what your temperament and style, if you can add this coaching model to your repertoire, you will be able to engage and inspire people. You can get in touch with who they are and what they're passionate about. As managers and leaders, we have a responsibility to lift up and encourage people. Coaching enables you to do that. It is truly engaging ...