STEP SEVEN Build or Join a Coaching Community That Will Help You Grow Yourself and Your Business Flashcards
Why do I meet with a business coach?
To address leadership challenges, set revenue goals, and gain valuable insights
The power of coaching is believed to be beneficial for both clients and the coach.
What is the significance of meeting with a group of coaches?
To share best practices and encouragement, gaining valuable insights from each other
Regular meetings can lead to personal and professional growth.
Who are the two coaches featured in ‘The Art of Coaching’ documentary?
Nick Saban and Bill Belichick
They have won a combined thirteen national championships or Super Bowls.
What two questions are Saban and Belichick obsessed with?
What works and what doesn’t in football
Their curiosity drives their continuous pursuit of success.
What can lead to a leader’s implosion?
Conscious or subconscious elitism and a lack of community feedback
Leaders may stop listening to their community and become isolated.
What are three elements that generate greatness in a human being?
- An obsession with what works
- An ability to distill what works into repeatable processes
- The community that helps develop and execute on what works
How do counseling practices improve client outcomes?
Therapists share insights about clients’ challenges in regular meetings
Confidentiality is maintained, and clients benefit from multiple perspectives.
What is a common mistake made when trying to create a community?
Stopping after a few awkward meetings
Community building takes time and persistence.
What is the main benefit of attending annual meetings with peers?
Gaining knowledge that significantly improves one’s craft
Peer discussions can be more impactful than reading numerous books.
What does Warren Buffett attribute his success to?
His terrific assistant, lifelong business partners, and friendships
He emphasizes the importance of community in achieving success.
What happens when leaders stop receiving honest feedback?
They become isolated and may believe they are superior, leading to potential failure
This can result in a leader’s career being destroyed.
What is necessary for creating a successful community among coaches?
Regular meetings where the same people gather multiple times
Time spent together fosters connection and trust.
What role did community play in the success of psychologists in early 20th century Vienna?
Open collaboration and communication among peers
This environment fostered the development of foundational psychological works.
Fill in the blank: The truth about success is it comes from _______.
[hard work, humility, and resilience]
True or False: Most successful leaders maintain a community of peers for support and feedback.
True
Most leaders who fail have pushed their community away.
What did Adams express in his letter to Jefferson?
Recollections of their shared struggles for self-government
Adams emphasized their teamwork in overcoming difficulties.
What is the main idea about teamwork in the text?
Playing on a team advancing a great cause leads to greater success than working alone.
What does the text suggest about human nature?
Humans are designed to join a community and strengthen each other.
What should you do if there are other business coaches in your area?
Ask around and connect through social media to build relationships.
Fill in the blank: It’s harder to quit when you’re doing something hard with _______.
friends.
What should you do if you lack a community of coaches?
Find one or create one.
According to the text, what may your success depend on?
The community you join or create.
