When anyone has just completed a coaching course, there is typically a temptation to go back to the 'old ways.' The old ways are just telling people what to do like you did before the course.
When a manager/leader gets to that position, part of the success was due to problem solving. Possibly, quick thinking. Also, for generally being a great worker of some description.
Then, you are suddenly responsible for other humans. You try to use coaching which is about asking questions and not telling people what to do. This is not an easy thing to do. It is so tempting to just tell them the answer...'By the time I have asked questions, listened and explained, I might as well just do it myself!' Sound familiar?Many times I have seen great sales people or great engineers get promoted for their skills. Then, they have to oversee other humans doing the job they just left. It is so hard not to tell people what to do and... possibly tell them to do it the way you would have done it! (that is the right and only way really)
Cartoon: Alan Evans
Do not be lured to the dark side.
Stay strong. Ask questions and don't just tell people the answer.
Take care,
Paul
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