Question 1

What is Leadership Development Coaching?

Accepted Answer

Leadership development coaching at Kinkajou is a tailored partnership designed to increase leaders’ self-awareness, improve their behaviours, and enable them to set a positive tone for workplace culture. It supports leaders in modelling boundaries, encouraging challenge, and making meaningful changes that drive team and organisational success.

Question 2

What are the benefits of Leadership Development programmes?

Accepted Answer

Equipping leaders with the tools for success is crucial, especially given that only about 1 in 10 people possess the talent to manage effectively.

• The Chartered Management Institute reports that 82% of leaders enter their roles without formal training, highlighting the need for leadership development to support first-time leaders who may feel overwhelmed.

• Establishing strong leadership from the beginning can not only alleviate these feelings but also foster a culture of growth and development.

• Effective programs encourage collaboration, open communication, risk-taking, knowledge sharing, and a growth mindset, all of which enhance a supportive learning environment.  Strong leadership directly correlates with improved organisational performance.

• Companies lacking effective leadership programs often face poor financial outcomes.

• Good leaders inspire their teams, leading to increased employee engagement—essential since engaged employees are 23% more profitable. Moreover, teams with high engagement also see significantly lower turnover rates. Leadership development not only keeps leaders invested but also reduces the likelihood of employees leaving due to a lack of career advancement opportunities.

Question 3

What Leadership Development programmes are available?

Accepted Answer

Leadership coaching is available both as 1:1 sessions and group coaching. The group coaching format provides a collaborative environment to build leadership skills collectively, while 1:1 coaching offers personalizsed development focused on individual goals and challenges.

Question 4

How long do your Leadership Development Programmes last?

Accepted Answer

Typical leadership coaching programs at Kinkajou run over several months, with sessions often ranging from 60 to 90 minutes. Group coaching programs like the “EMPOWER” six-month virtual course are designed to deliver sustained impact.

Question 5

Does Leadership Coaching work well online?

Accepted Answer

It really does. Research shows this too. The majority of our leadership coaching is done virtually now. This means we can be super flexible with arranging the perfect time for your coaching session.

Question 6

Can I use the UK Government's Access to Work scheme to pay for Neurodivergent-friendly coaching services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use the UK Government's Access to Work scheme to pay for coaching services from our company. The Access to Work grant specifically covers funding for practical support like ADHD coaching to help individuals with conditions like ADHD start work, stay in work, or become self-employed. The grant can fund accommodations people with ADHD have successfully requested, including ADHD coaching.

Question 7

I am really not sure what I want, can we chat with no obligation?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely.  We are more than happy to have a chat. If you do not feel we are a good fit for you then no problem at all. We may even be able to recommend other companies for you to connect with.

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