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University of California, Davis

Managing as a Coach

Do you (or do you want to) manage employees? Have you ever wondered how to get better performance out of those you manage? Are you unsure if you are communicating effectively with your employees? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then this course – and its associated specialization – is for you! Leadership and management responsibilities have changed dramatically, particularly in the last decade. In order to be an effective manager in increasingly fast-paced and complex organizational environments, coaching has become essential. In this course, you will learn what coaching is and learn how to differentiate between it and all of the other myriad roles managers are expected to perform – managing, mentoring, leading, and training. You’ll learn about the importance of strong leadership and learn to describe your current point of view as a leader, and evaluate when to adjust your thinking in order to be more effective in managing and leading in a rapidly evolving workplace. And finally, you’ll be introduced to the Thought Model, a coaching technique you can use to develop better thinkers and better performers. So if you’re ready to learn all about how to be a more effective and valued manager using coaching techniques, join us as we explore more successful managing through coaching!

Status: Communication
Status: Adaptability
Course10 hours

Featured reviews

DL

4.0Reviewed Sep 19, 2020

Very interesting course on main theoretical aspect of Managers Role (putting the focus on Coaching), but also providing tips on how to identify and react to day-to-day real situations!

AA

5.0Reviewed Jul 13, 2020

I have learned lot much, the course content was very helpful and understandable. because the instructor was explaining things with LOTS of example which was the best part!

JR

5.0Reviewed Mar 12, 2019

Found this course very insightful and educational. It made me take a hard look at the way I manage and coach my direct reports, and what I should be looking out for and get better at.

MA

4.0Reviewed Aug 24, 2022

I like the way, the Instructor provided examples to each concept she presents. The Course has really helped me to understand that Coaching is very important as a Manager and I need to use it.

GB

5.0Reviewed Aug 18, 2018

Excellent class, the information is well laid out and not only helped me prepare for a new role as a manager but improved my relationship with my peers in my current role.

KM

5.0Reviewed May 24, 2016

I have already started using some of the tools I learned through this course in my day to day interactions at work. :) I am really enjoying this course and learning platform.

JS

4.0Reviewed Apr 27, 2022

As good of a online course as i could expect. Focusing on pausing and evaluating facts versus emotional responses and irriational assumptions is a gift that will help anyone's career.

SV

5.0Reviewed Jun 27, 2016

This Course is Excellent, bu all means.Teaches the Nuances of all the Roles: Leader, Manager, Mentor, Trainer and Coach.The Trainer Kris Plachyis awesome. Excellent Delivery Skills.

PD

5.0Reviewed Sep 20, 2020

This course has been very insightful, giving me a powerful tool to improve my skills in handling problematic situations. Very effective and applicable even to personal situations. Thanks Kris!!

PM

5.0Reviewed Dec 9, 2018

Very practical basics for all managers with some knowledge how to lead a team, but without big picture and background principles. I will use it for all my people willing to start with management.

BN

5.0Reviewed Dec 31, 2021

The Thought Model embedded in this course is a must for any Manager-Coach, it's an excellent model to coaching teams. I am emerging a better Manager-Coach out of this course!!!

IS

5.0Reviewed Dec 1, 2025

Very useful course for new managers to understand the multiple roles they play and how to coach their teams and avoid emotional biases and thoughts and rely on facts instead.

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