There’s an ongoing shift in the way professionals go about work. Some of these changes were previously highlighted here on ACEC, including the death of the 9-5 workday and the reliance on technology. As the landscape continues to change, the way executive coaching is conducted evolves with it.
Here’s what you can expect in executive coaching this year.
1. Automated coach
It’s only a matter of time before artificial intelligence (AI) overtakes coaching. In fact, CLO Media noted that coaching apps are already in existence, one of which is Butterfly.ai. Though the goal is not to completely replace human coaches, tech-driven coaches provide “more frequent and targeted feedback to managers”, according to Butterfly.ai CEO David Mendlewicz.
AI coaches rely heavily on data such as employee surveys, historic performance, and even voice cues in order work. Without a veritable mountain of data, they won’t be able to generate useful and individualized advice for high-ranking officers.
2. Coaching ahead of consulting
Coaching is also expected to catch up with business consulting. Consultants are experts in market studies, finance, strategizing, and other matters related to business. When you hire a consultant, you’re looking for an actual plan that you can execute.
However, coaches aren’t there to tell you outright what to do. They will help you develop these skills on your own. And as there is greater focus on the dynamic of personal development and career development, coaching is becoming more suitable for organizations.
3. Accreditation and industry experience
An expert from the California Lutheran University details how there are now more certification bodies to choose from, as accreditation is becoming more and more important in the coaching business. In the past, practically anyone could call themselves a coach without needing to prove their credentials. However, certified coaches who have undergone formal training are becoming the standard nowadays. They also need to demonstrate that they are connected to specific industries and have the relevant experience.
4. Positive psychology
On a list of executive coaching trends to expect by Forbes, positive psychology is noted as the ’scientific study of what’s right with people, of what makes people thrive and flourish’.
What this does is increase self-awareness and self-expression, which paves the way for intrapersonal development. And a leader who has higher emotional intelligence (EI) is more equipped to build fruitful relationships with their peers and subordinates. Having a high EI gives coaches an insight into how to assess and manage an employee’s psychological state. In line with this, Maryville University points out that understanding employee behavior is becoming more important. It has a direct correlation with business objectives, and knowing what’s right for employees can make them perform better.
5. Experiential coaching
It’s not enough that coaches depend on words or text to get their point across. They also need to provide immersive activities for executives that will test their abilities. The same shift is happening in education, and leaders will experience more learning and growth under the same type of coaching.
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By: Alice Amber
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