management blog posts

Why do I need a coach?     

Have you had a conversation like this with yourself?   “I am a very smart person, I have gotten along quite well with expertise in my field, common sense and  drive.    Coaches charge a lot of money.   Expensive cheerleaders.  What can they do for me that I can’t do for myself?”

Here is what a coach can do for you

A good coach listens.  Fully.   Really hearing.    And while they are listening, they are connecting the dots -  looking for nuances and fine points that will help to move you toward your goal. 

A good coach questions.  “What does that really mean?”  “How did your boss react to that?”  “What is the logical conclusion of your theory?”  Probing and challenging your viewpoint and perspective.   

A good coach provides new information.  “Have you thought about….?”  “What if you tried…?”

“Sometimes it helps to…”

A good coach holds you accountable.  “Were you able to…?”  Did you have that difficult conversation?”   “What is your progress on…?”

A good coach gives you the gift of the truth  - 100% of the time.  Whether it feels positive or not. 

A good coach is interested in your development and success and is focused 100% on you. 

In a continuing effort to improve supply management and to add value to the company, purchasing is currently testing innovative relationships with three suppliers at the Chester, SC, Works 54 plant. Although high levels of outsourcing have not been appropriate for all PPG fiber glass plants, excellent
management support at the Chester facility created an opportunity to implement on-site strategic supplier alliances. By maintaining open communications and a cooperative, flexible, solution-oriented environment, management at Chester created an atmosphere which encouraged these relationships.

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