The role of a leader is multifaceted, encompassing a variety of responsibilities. Among the many hats a leader must wear, one of the most crucial is that of a mentor. A leader-as-mentor helps their team grow and develop, ultimately empowering them to become leaders in their own right. This approach is not merely an intuitive notion; it is a scientifically supported approach. Research shows that employees working under coaching-oriented “Multiplier” leaders utilize 98% of their intelligence and capability.

In contrast, those with directive, traditional “Diminisher” leaders—who don’t fully capitalize on their team’s potential—use only 48%. This coaching approach effectively doubles a team’s engagement and activates an organization’s intellectual capital, improving performance, career development, and skill-building within a framework of mutual trust.

Recognizing the critical importance of a leader’s role as a mentor, Your Directors’ Club (YDC) dedicated its first post-summer lunch circle to this very topic. The event, titled “The Coach Approach to Leadership,” was led by Georgia Kartsanis, Founder and CEO of YDC, who, based on her extensive coaching experience and professional wisdom, tailored the specific session to the needs of the attending YDC members, so that they could gain the maximum insights within the limited duration of the event.

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