Four Tips to Help You Get the Most Out of Business and Executive Coaching

Most business owners, CEOs, and executives who seek a Business or Executive Coach realize a gap between their current and desired skill set. In other words, they know that they can perform at a higher level but don’t know how. If done right, coaching can be a valuable tool for anyone who wants to grow their skills, improve their performance, and achieve their goals.

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January 10, 2024

Most business owners, CEOs, and executives who seek a Business or Executive Coach realize a gap between their current and desired skill set. In other words, they know that they can perform at a higher level but don’t know how. If done right, coaching can be a valuable tool for anyone who wants to grow their skills, improve their performance, and achieve their goals.

Coaching works best when both coach and coachee follow some basic guidelines. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your coaching sessions.

Be Coachable

Being coachable means being committed to doing what it takes to be the best version of yourself. That requires the ability to self-assess, receive feedback, and willingness and ability to change. I also found that clients who are vulnerable, self-reflective, and trusting benefit more than others from coaching.

Prepare for Your Coaching Sessions

Before you meet with your coach, you should have a clear idea of what you want to work on, what challenges you are facing, and what outcomes you are expecting. This is best done by keeping a journal between sessions. I find that most topics that are discussed are ones that happened the day before or the day of the coaching session.  Keeping a journal will help you and your coach to focus on the most relevant and impactful areas for your development.

During the coaching session

- Be open and honest with your coach. Your coach only knows what you share with him or her. Oversharing is better than under-sharing (most of the time).

- Be respectful and attentive to your coach. Listen actively, ask clarifying questions, and acknowledge their input. Push back or ask questions if you disagree, otherwise the session ends up being a waste of time.

- Own the outcomes of your coaching. Take responsibility for your learning and actions. Follow through on your action plan and report your results. Don't make excuses, blame others, or give up easily.

Follow through

Consistently strive to be the person that you aspire to be by applying the feedback/suggestions that you received from your coach. At the end of each coaching session, agree with your coach on what you are going to do or change and then be ready to report back during the next session.

Remember, business coaching is a partnership between you and your coach, and you both have a role to play in making it a successful and rewarding experience.

“When I met Fadi my startup was growing fast, and it was quickly outgrowing me as a leader. Without significant change, it was inevitable that the business that I had co-founded was going to surpass my ability to lead as the CEO. I have been working with Fadi for over the last three years, and I have developed as a leader that has helped to grow my business from 50 people to over 200 people and increased revenue ten times. There is usually a big difference between a business coach and a business consultant. A business coach develops leaders, and a consultant develops a business. Given Fadi’s background as a business leader himself, he is not only great at developing leaders but also able to provide sound business advice in all aspects of running a business. I look forward to every weekly session with Fadi as it helps me to focus on what I need to do as a leader to make tough decisions, coach my team to be better leaders themselves, and gives me the confidence that I need to get through the week. Fadi gets to know you at a personal level where he knows when to pat you on the pack or a give you a subtle kick in the rear. A business coach is not for everyone, but I would highly recommend Fadi to anyone that is looking to grow their leadership and expand their impact across their organization. I can’t thank Fadi enough for what he has done for me personally, my family and my business.”
David Ternan, CEO  |  OrthoFI
“Last year I was searching for a business coach and a colleague of mine gave me Fadi's contact information. What I found appealing about his business coaching services was that he worked with other executives that ran businesses outside of my industry (I am an orthodontist in private practice). I believe that many solutions to problems/issues in my field can be found in other industries/professions. His help and experience have made an enormous impact on how I run my business. He has be instrumental in helping me bring my practice to the next level and I have already seen great results that I couldn't imagine a year ago! I highly recommend his business coaching services!”
Dr. Richard Hesby
“I have worked with Dr. Baradihi for 10 months and have found his services invaluable. He has helped me create organization within my business, hire key staff members, formulate a quarterly business plan and understand where / how to invest resources for growth. "You don't know what you don't know" - I can't imagine where I would be without his guidance! He is a man of character and integrity, qualities that are essential for building a successful relationship with a mentor. I am happy to have been recommended his services from a trusted colleague and would gladly refer his coaching services.”
Dr. Maurine Kuhta
“Fadi has been my coach for 2 years. He is excellent at tailoring his coaching to the needs of the business and my personality style. I am becoming a much more effective business leader thanks to Fadi and his coaching.”
Dr. Neil Kanning
“Fadi is a pleasure to work with. He is extremely knowledgeable on all matters related to growing and maintaining a thriving business. We have worked with him for years, and have found his insights to be invaluable. If you are interested in the success of your business, if you want to increase profits and decrease stress, or if you just want to take control of your professional life, then you need to give him a call!”
Chris Atallah  |  Rochester Law Center
“Dr Fadi has been completely essential to my success. I bought a dermatology practice a year ago and without him it would have been a mess. He is knowledgeable in every arena pertaining to business, leadership and development. He is responsive, professional, and well organized. And now that I know almost 50% of his clients, I can say that everyone else feels the same way I do. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone!”
Dr. Michelle Legacy  |  Legacy Dermatology Group