Coach Your Leaders
Tactics make your business run.
Strategy makes your business grow.
You need leaders who can find solutions without you—
Not just do what they’re told.
When your leaders constantly come to you for answers, it’s time to coach.
Coaching your leadership team is part of your role.
Avoiding the conversation helps no one.
Maybe you hesitate because you worry about being misunderstood.
But clarity isn’t criticism.
To Coach, Ask Questions
What’s the opportunity/problem?
What outcome matters most?
What haven’t you considered?
What trade-offs are we making?
What’s the first strategic move?
Notice How They Respond
Alignment: Are they clear on your vision?
Perspective: Can they see the big picture?
Initiative: Did they anticipate these questions and come prepared?
If their answers aren’t clear, it’s your move:
Slow down.
Clarify the vision.
Coach for growth.
Give them time to adjust.
Then evaluate their performance.
Direct Is Better Than Delayed
Real leadership is direct.
It’s honest.
It moves fast.
The riskiest thing isn’t being direct—
It’s delaying the conversation.
