{"id":11498,"date":"2023-05-01T09:02:06","date_gmt":"2023-05-01T09:02:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/?p=11498"},"modified":"2023-03-20T18:01:24","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T18:01:24","slug":"which-leader-trainer-or-coach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/which-leader-trainer-or-coach\/","title":{"rendered":"Which: Leader, Trainer, or Coach?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Which- Leader, Trainer, or Coach?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Often these roles are confused or used interchangeably when they are actually very different. Each serves a unique purpose.\u00a0 Following are definitions, simple how to outlines for each role, a short list of what happens with each role, and questions considered for each role.<\/p>\n

LEADER<\/p>\n

A leader shares vision, gives direction, provides resources and tools to their team, motivates, and recognizes.<\/p>\n

How to Be a Leader
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be Confident and Knowledge
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be Firm and Kind
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be Decisive
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Give and Earn Respect and Trust
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be a Visionary
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be a Motivator
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Manage Accountability<\/p>\n

What Happens in Leading:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A leader develops or communicates the vision.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A leader makes decisions.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A leader inspires people to act.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A leader motivates follow-through.<\/p>\n

The Leader Asks Them Self:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How does the requested change align with the vision?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How does this change improve operations?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What is the impact of the change?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Who are the stakeholders?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How capable is the person who will lead the change?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How will accountability be managed?<\/p>\n

TRAINER<\/p>\n

A trainer facilitates a person learning and improving a particular skill or a type of behavior.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Be a Trainer
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Learn training methodologies and processes for sharing knowledge, assessing retention, and supporting application.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Develop expertise with the subject matter.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Determine what is to be learned by assessing skill gap.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Design the training experience.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Deliver the training.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Assess learning.<\/p>\n

What Happens in Training:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The trainer assesses the skills gap.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The trainer designs the learning to include teaching and practicing skills.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The trainer assesses through observation, testing, evaluating, etc.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The trainer provides feedback.<\/p>\n

The Trainer Asks Them Self:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What is the skills gap?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How do I know that for sure?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What do I have to offer?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How do I best support skill development?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How will I know when the trainee is competent?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How can training help this person?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What is the best way to train?<\/p>\n

COACH<\/p>\n

Coaching<\/a> is partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.\u00a0\u00a0 \u2013 International Coaching Federation<\/a><\/p>\n

How to Be a Coach:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Become a coach with training\/certification.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Co-create the process.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Client determines focus, goals, and action steps.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Coach asks questions and facilitates growth.<\/p>\n

What Happens in Coaching:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The coach asks open-ended questions focused on the client so they:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Define Goals
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Consider Challenges
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Identify Resources
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Create Actions Steps
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Develop Accountability
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Celebrate Progress and Success<\/p>\n

The Coach Asks Them Self:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What questions can I ask my client to help them come to their own conclusion(s)?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How can I partner with them effectively, so they expand their thinking and create their strategies?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How can I support my client in developing their personal accountability?
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How can I support them to be their best self?<\/p>\n

The paradox is that coaching can be used when leading or training<\/a> while leading and training CANNOT be used when coaching.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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