5 Compelling Reasons Why Tech Leaders Should Have a Leadership Coach

Engineers and technologists of all kinds usually get into their field because they love Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and because they are really good at it. However, when it comes to leading people, many technologists find that “soft skills” don’t come as naturally as the “hard skills” in STEM.

But building leadership soft skills is critical in any technical leadership role, and those skills can’t be easily acquired through classes, a book or a degree. Not only that, on the job leadership training through trial and error can be painful and long.

So what is the ideal way for a technology leader to learn and grow their leadership skills? By hiring a Leadership Coach.

Here are 5 compelling reason why a Leadership Coach is the best option for developing leadership skills in a technical field.

1. You Have A Lifeline To A Person Who Specializes In People.

Leadership books and classes just don’t cut it when you need help with your own tricky people issues. A Leadership Coach gets to know you, your team and your company, so when you need to talk through a problem, you have someone who has the context and understanding needed to help you find a solution. Technologists specialize in technical solutions, but a leadership coach specializes in people solutions. That is a great lifeline to have.

2. You Have Someone To Help You Think Outside Of The Technical World.

It’s easy to get caught up in the daily tasks of a job and the details of technical problems and solutions. A Leadership Coach can help bring a fresh perspective into a difficult leadership situation. This helps tech leaders find more creative and effective answers to many of those tough people problems.

3. You Have Someone Who Knows You Well And Can Help You Set And Achieve Development Goals.

Setting business goals, release schedules and company objectives are commonplace in business. Equally important, but often forgotten, are leadership development goals. Leadership Coaches help set the right development goals that are customized to your strengths and address potential derailers so that you can accelerate your career growth and influence.

4. You Have An Accountability Partner.

How many times do we start something to improve ourselves, only to give up in the midst of the urgent and demanding daily work? Without a Leadership Coach being there for accountability, this is often the outcome. Leadership Coaches help technical leaders get results by holding them accountable to staying on track with their development goals and getting results.

5. You Have An Expert Who Helps You Apply What You Learn To Your Situation.

There is no better way to learn a leadership concept than to apply it in the real world. A Leadership Coach can help you make the connection between a concept and how to best use it in your situation. Additionally, they can help you leverage your strengths in a way that benefits your people, your company and you.

If you’d like to explore how my Leadership Acceleration Method for tech leaders can help you accelerate you career growth, attract and retain top talent, and lead an engaged team that gets results, click here to schedule a call.