Leader as a Coach
At Kirby, we believe great leadership is about empowering people to thrive. The Leader as a Coach Programme is designed to help managers become confident, real-time coaches, turning everyday interactions into powerful development moments.
Through hands-on exercises, practical tools, and structured conversations, you’ll learn how to:
- Align leadership behaviours with Kirby’s mission, core values, and KPIs
- Give timely, meaningful feedback
- Build a values-led, high-performance culture
- Clarify expectations, recognise wins, and course-correct with confidence
This is a practical, action-oriented programme that equips you with ready-to-use templates and techniques to support your team’s growth, performance, and engagement starting immediately.
Programme Overview
This programme is split into five focus areas:
- Coaching Mindset & Organisational Alignment - Understand the mindset shift and how coaching aligns with Kirby’s strategic goals.
- Real Time Coaching & Time Management - Learn to coach in the moment while managing your time effectively.
- Stakeholder Mapping & Relationship Audits - Identify key relationships and assess their impact on team performance.
- Relationship Contracts - Set clear expectations and build trust through intentional agreements.
- Coaching Conversations that Stick - Practice conversations that drive clarity, accountability, and growth.
Benefits
What are the benefits to shifting your mindset to the leader as a coach approach?
Adopting a “leader as a coach” approach means you’re not just managing people; you’re developing them. This leadership style will help you:
- Manage talent proactively, before issues arise
- Develop talent through continuous learning
- Retain talent by fostering a culture of support and growth
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