Boss to Coach Conversation 3 of 5 Check In
This learning module talks to third strategy of performance development and specifically the check in conversation. The check in uncovers how things are going with the employee regarding general responsibilities and both long- and short-term goals.
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Week 1 – The Need for Change
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Introduction to Check In
Understanding how regular check-in conversations support both short- and long-term goals, keeping teams connected, engaged, and focused on priorities.
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The Need for Change – How Check-Ins Move Us from Boss to Coach
Exploring how a check-in meeting can transition from managing tasks to coaching for performance, addressing priorities, and strengthening relationships.
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How Do We Spend Our Time?
Learning how to balance time between planning, doing, and reflecting to enhance productivity and maintain focus on strategic goals.
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Teach, Guide, Facilitate – Choosing the Right Coaching Style
Applying the situational leadership model to tailor your coaching style to the needs and experience of your team members.
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Week 2 – Focus on The HOWs
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Introducing the Check-In Template
Using a structured template to transform check-in meetings into powerful coaching conversations that drive performance and engagement.
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Highlights – Catching People Doing Things Right
Recognising and appreciating achievements to reinforce positive behaviours and build a culture of feedback and growth.
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Lowlights – Catching Things Early at Point Easy
Addressing issues early before they escalate, using feedback to create learning opportunities and maintain momentum.
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How Can I Help? – Clarifying Tasks and Asking for Support
Demonstrating how to effectively ask for help and provide support by understanding the task’s purpose, impact, and specific needs.
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Who’s Got the Monkey. Is The Task Really Yours?
Learning how to manage task ownership effectively, avoiding the trap of taking on others’ responsibilities, and empowering the team.
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You Can Help Me By – Seeking Support Intentionally
Encouraging proactive and specific requests for support, promoting clarity, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
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Week 3 – Focus on The HOWs Continued
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Week 4 - Focus on The WHATs
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What Matters Most. Determining priorities
Identifying your priorities for now and on the horizon.
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Tools to Determine What’s Important
Utilising tools like ease versus impact, the Rule of 3, the Eisenhower Matrix, the Pareto Principle to focus on what truly matters and achieve meaningful results.
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The Best Development Is Everyday
Making development a part of daily work, using small, consistent growth opportunities to keep engagement high and skills sharp.
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Course Review – The Power of Regular Check-Ins
Reinforcing that the best managers build meaningful connections weekly and use check-ins as a critical tool to drive engagement and performance.
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