Criticism looks to the past. Coaching, however, is future-oriented.

Where critics emphasize what went wrong, coaches focus on opportunities for improvement. Consider this distinction:

• A critical manager highlights a missed deadline.
• A coach, on the other hand, works to enhance time-management skills.

Coaching fosters growth, accountability, and resilience by inspiring team members to reach their full potential. Instead of dwelling on past mistakes, it emphasizes actionable steps for success.

Reflective Question:

What strategies are you using to guide your team toward becoming better performers?

By embracing a coaching mindset, leaders can empower their teams to grow, innovate, and excel in ways criticism could never achieve.