Kwin's TEE Moments
Coaching Leaders to Be Coaches: The Power Behind Performance, Engagement, and Growth
By Dr. Kelley Eaves-Boykin,
President & CEO, Kwin Consulting
At Kwin Consulting, we believe every day is an opportunity to Transform, Educate, and Elevate—because it’s always the TEE for me!
In this edition of Kwin’s Tee Moment for Coaches, I’m diving into a topic that is foundational to organizational success: Coaching leaders to become coaches themselves.
Leadership coaching is more than a development trend. It’s a powerful strategy that helps people grow, unlocks performance, and strengthens workplace culture. When leaders act as coaches, they create an environment of trust and encouragement—where individuals are inspired to stretch, shift behaviors, and contribute at higher levels.
Today’s workforce is diverse, fast-moving, and often challenged by change. Without a coaching mindset at the leadership level, organizations face more conflict, disengagement, and turnover. But when leaders coach, they help their teams stay grounded, aligned, and motivated.
Coaching cultivates a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and part of something bigger. And that connection drives results.
Leaders who coach also set clear goals, reduce confusion, and guide their teams through change with empathy and intention. They don’t just delegate tasks—they develop people. By helping team members create action plans and make meaningful decisions, they build confidence, capability, and commitment across the organization.
At its core, coaching is about believing in people and equipping them to succeed. When organizations embrace leadership coaching, they see stronger performance, deeper engagement, and longer retention. Great leaders are great coaches—because they invest in others with purpose and authenticity.
Why Every Organization Needs Leadership Coaching Now More Than Ever
By Dr. Kelley Eaves-Boykin,
President & CEO, Kwin Consulting
In this edition of Kwin’s Tee Moment for Coaches, I’m diving into a topic that is essential for building organizational leaders: The Hidden Superpower of Great Companies: Leadership Coaching
In today’s workplace, where rapid change and constant pressure are the new norm, leaders are expected to do more than manage — they’re expected to inspire. Leadership coaching is no longer a luxury. It’s a necessity.
What the Research Tells Us
According to a study by the International Coach Federation, 86% of companies that invested in coaching recouped their investment — and more. Coaching leads to:
- Increased employee performance (70% report improvement).
- Higher engagement
- Stronger retention and lower turnover
Leadership coaching helps organizations empower individuals, attract top talent, and reduce unwanted behaviors. It creates a ripple effect that strengthens the entire organization.
Why Coaching Matters in a Diverse, High-Stakes World
Organizations are built on people from diverse backgrounds with unique experiences and perspectives. Without coaching, this diversity can create silos, misunderstanding, and conflict. With coaching, it becomes your competitive edge.
Leadership coaching minimizes conflict during change. It empowers employees to take ownership of their growth and feel valued within the organization. And when employees feel valued? They stay longer, perform better, and bring their full selves to the table.
The True Value of a Coaching Culture
When leaders become coaches, they don’t just manage—they develop. They build trust. They set clear goals. They inspire performance through meaningful connection.
A coaching culture empowers people to:
- Take initiative
- Own their growth
- Navigate change with confidence
Authentic coaches cultivate authentic employees—people who are loyal, engaged, and driven by purpose.
Leadership coaching isn’t a perk—it’s a strategic move. Whether your goal is growth, retention, or transformation, investing in your leaders means investing in the future of your business.
Ready to see the transformation for yourself?