WHAT IS COACHING?
WHAT IS YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF COACHING?
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The GSS Graduate Coaching Program aims to equip graduate students with frameworks and tools to enhance leadership communication. Through practice, in and outside of the classroom, participants will develop a ‘coach approach’ and learn to incorporate these skills into their everyday conversations with peers and colleagues. As the quality of their conversations improve, along with their relationships with their peers, participants will be better equipped to achieve their professional goals.
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Date: October 18 - November 22 (Wednesdays, 6 sessions)
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Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Location: Online (Zoom link will be provided to participants upon registration)

Still wondering what coaching can do for you? Join our hybrid information session
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September 27 at 5:30 pm
HOW CAN GRADUATE STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM COACHING
Graduate students can learn several invaluable skills from our coaching program.
Effective communication
If you struggle with communicating effectively with your professors, supervisors or peers in your academic or professional pursuits, coaching can help you develop the communication skills necessary for success.
Relationship building
Graduate students often need to establish strong connections with peers, mentors, supervisors and sponsors. This coaching program can assist you in building meaningful relationships that can support your academic and career goals.
Self-confidence
Overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome is essential for graduate students to feel optimistic in their studies and achieve their dream careers. Coaching can help boost your confidence and self-belief.
Unleashing potential
You possess the talents and skills needed for success, but sometimes self-limiting beliefs hold you back. Coaching can empower you to pursue your ideal career and live the life you aspire to lead.
Stress management
Dealing with stress when facing challenges can be overwhelming, such as balancing additional responsibilities on top of academic engagement. This coaching program can equip you with strategies to better manage stress.
DURING THE COURSE STUDENTS WILL:
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Gain a foundational understanding of the concept of coaching
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Learn the conversational coaching framework and how to apply it in everyday conversations
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Practice essential coaching skills such as active listening and powerful questioning
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Build connections with the GSS student community and foster peer-to-peer coaching support
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Participate in one-on-one coaching with experienced coach practitioners
LESSON PLAN
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Session 1 Introduction to Coaching
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Session 2 Coaching Fundamental: Core Coaching Skills
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Session 3 Coaching Fundamental: A simple framework
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Session 4 Practice: in Coaching Lab
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Session 5 Practice in Peer Coaching Triangle (PCT)
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Session 6 Additional Coaching Toolkits & Wrap-Up
COACHES

Beata Chami

Lily Gu
WHAT PAST STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE PROGRAM
I am not the same person who started this class. Through this class I improved my active listening skills and developed my coach-like presence. Since incorporating these skills into my daily conversations, the quality of my conversations has improved.
This program is the beginning of a lifelong journey."
