Taking Off Now: ATTI Leadership Coaching Collective!

We’re excited to share the launch of our new Leadership Coaching Collective, a collaborative development group for leadership coaches. This group will meet half-termly to stay informed and up-to-date on coaching approaches and how best to support their coachees.

What is Leadership Coaching?

Leadership coaching is a collaborative, non-directive approach that helps leaders unlock their potential, think differently, and adapt to the challenges of their fast-changing, agile environments. Rather than giving answers or “fixing” problems, coaching empowers individuals to find their own solutions, build confidence, and develop the mindset and behaviors needed for long-term success.

At its core, leadership coaching focuses on:

  • Self-awareness: understanding your strengths, blind spots, and impact on others.
  • Active listening and questioning: skills that create space for deeper thinking and better decision-making.
  • Growth mindset: encouraging leaders to challenge assumptions and overcome self-limiting beliefs.

Through coaching, colleagues benefit by:

  • Developing resilience and adaptability, essential for navigating complex change.
  • Enhancing communication and collaboration by fostering trust and clarity.
  • Driving performance and innovation: leaders learn to set meaningful goals and take ownership of their development.

How Does It Work?

Leadership coaching is built on principles such as:

  • Non-directive support – The coach guides without prescribing solutions, enabling leaders to take agency.
  • Constructive feedback and feedforward – Using language that inspires growth rather than judgment.
  • Challenge and support – Balancing encouragement with thought-provoking questions to stretch thinking.
  • Tools and frameworks – Practical techniques for unlocking potential and sustaining impact.

Ultimately, coaching is about helping leaders think differently, adapt effectively, and lead with confidence—creating a ripple effect that benefits teams, departments, and the entire organization.