I have been enrolled in a coaching program with Ministry Coaching International because I am coming to the realization that coaching is the way to go. In order to build something that will stand the test of time, great coaching has to be a vital part.
So how does that apply to you, the REAL Group Leader. If we can become “coaches” to the people in our groups, we can help them achieve all that God has called them to be. The difference between coaching and mentoring is this. As a mentor, I share my life experience and what I did and encourage my group that I’m mentoring to do the same. Coaching, on the other hand, is about listening to the goals of the people we are coaching and helping them to strategize and achieve those goals. We encourage, hold accountable and really help them.
This works good in a REAL Group setting where the group really wants to go forward. As I get coached, I will be coaching you guys. I’m hoping to set up a better flow of how the leadership in REAL Groups go. The more people coaching, the better. Get ready as we develop a coaching culture in REAL Groups.
Thank you for sharing the difference between mentoring and coaching. I will start implementing the coaching idea in my Real Groups and help them reach their goals.
Good stuff ; coaching love this accountablity not easy on the flesh