Effective leadership is about far more than managing projects and hitting targets—it requires an intentional focus on people development. At Building Champions, we’ve seen the positive ripple effect that coaching leadership can make within an organization because it brings out the best in both manager and employee. A coaching leader invests in people through consistent, intentional conversations that helps their team members to grow both personally and professionally. This kind of leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about creating space for others to think, reflect, and grow.  

In this article, we discuss the mindset and three essential skills every coaching leader must develop: active listening, powerful questions, and feedback.