Executive Coaching
At a time when personal and professional development are increasingly important, we know there is no one-size-fits-all approach to growth. DJA’s distinctive approach to coaching is that we always center inclusive values, the identities and lived experiences of the people or groups with whom we work.
DJA Coaching Guiding Principles
It’s critical that the client and coach are in sync regarding the underlying philosophy that will inform the coaching process and relationship. The following principles guide the coaching work at DJA, from executive and leadership coaching to organizational strategy and alignment.
- Focus on the Positive
- Capitalize on Strengths
- Share Responsibility for Excellence
The positive core that is present in all people is the
obvious starting point in a coaching relationship. Affirming effective practice is
more constructive than internalizing weakness.
Coaching should build on personal strengths to identify
targeted skill practice toward measurable goals. A strength is the ability to
consistently provide near-perfect performance in a specific activity. Talents are
naturally recurring patterns of thought, feeling, or behavior that can be
productively applied. Talents, knowledge, and skills—along with the time spent
(i.e., investment) practicing, developing your skills, and building your knowledge
base—combine to create your strengths.
Both parties must take responsibility for the success of
the coaching relationship. This means that communication must be open, timely and
honest. It also means both parties: are focused on helping the client meet
identified goals; follow through on commitments; and strive for excellence in
process as well as outcomes.
