Mentoring and Coaching

Mentoring: How to Invest Your Life in Others

Duration: 2 days

This programme, based on the book by Tim Elmore, outlines the essentials of mentoring which transcend time, place, culture and situation.

Mentoring is a manifestation of leadership. You can lead better, if you can mentor better. People will listen to you because of the difference you have made in their lives.

• At the end of the module, you will be able to:
• Define mentoring in relation to training and coaching
• Recognize the challenges and benefits of mentoring
• Understand what is involved in changing the behaviour of people
• Focus on mentoring competencies

Coaching Foundations for Ministry Leaders

Duration: 3-4 days

Now you can learn critical skills that will help your ministry to run smoothly and efficiently. Coaching Foundations gives you key skills that you can apply immediately. Your leaders will become effective motivators, problem solvers and planners who play a significant role in improving ministry effectiveness.

Topics covered include:

• The Role of the Leader
• Problem-Solving for Results
• Defining Expectations for Ministry
• Communicating Ministry Assignments
• Giving Feedback
• Discussing Problems in Ministry

Bringing Out the Best in Others

Duration: 1-2 days

In this changing world, success depends on continuous improvement and learning. Coaching, a practical skill anyone can learn, is the foundation for continuous learning. Skilful coaching enables everyone to share information and experience with others, creating a more effective organization.

Your team will learn to:

• Recognize diverse coaching opportunities
• Routinely coach others effectively
• Understand the difference between coaching and giving orders
• Master a “step-by-step” coaching approach
• Help others: 
  • Gain confidence in their own abilities
  • Analyze problems and find solutions
  • Sort through their concerns and fears
  • Find new ways to apply their skills