Executive Coaching Q&A

What are the necessary conditions for coaching to be effective?

By Tim Morin January 2021

What are the necessary conditions for coaching to be effective?
  • The boss must be supportive of the executive’s development.
  • The executive’s role and responsibilities must be clearly defined.
  • The person must possess the required competencies, experience and education to succeed in the role.
  • The expectations of the role must be set and clearly communicated to the person.
  • The goals and objectives against which the executive will be evaluated must be clear.
  • The executive must be open to change and committed to the coaching process.

About the author

Tim Morin

President & CEO

As CEO since 2004, Tim Morin has championed WJM’s culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and determined customer service—while leading a team of experienced and passionate professionals who bring these values to life. Tim joined WJM in 2001 after a successful investment banking career. He is a frequent writer on leadership development, behavior change, and the thoughtful use of technology to support (not replace) great coaching.