“Executive coaching is really centered on your professional development and in the long term, the development of your team and your organization,” says host Mike Horne. In this episode of Authentic Change, Mike delves into the transformative power of executive coaching, spotlighting its critical role in fostering personal development and driving organizational success.

Mike sheds light on executive coaching's value, illustrated through a compelling case study from his experience providing executive coaching to a leader at Adobe. This narrative showcases how targeted coaching interventions can dramatically shift a leader's approach, from enhancing leadership capabilities to transforming communication styles, ultimately leading to increased collaboration and innovation.

The episode underscores the concept that investing in executive coaching extends beyond individual benefits—it's an investment in the fabric of the entire organization. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, executive coaching can significantly impact corporate culture, making the workplace more meaningful and productive.

Highlighting the essential elements of successful executive coaching, Mike emphasizes the importance of openness, a commitment to growth, and the courage to step out of one's comfort zone. These attributes are crucial for leaders looking to leverage coaching for personal and professional advancement.

Concluding, Mike encourages listeners to consider executive coaching as a strategic tool for their development journey. Whether by engaging with him or another seasoned executive coach, the goal is to make meaningful progress that resonates both personally and across the organization.

This episode not only champions the benefits of executive coaching but also serves as a call to action for leaders aiming to elevate their impact and create lasting change within their organizations.

If you are interested in executive coaching with Mike, start by having a conversation. Connect with Mike here.

• “Executive coaching is really centered on your professional development and in the long term, the development of your team and your organization.” (4:23 | Mike Horne)  
• “You know, I've thought long and hard about what is common among organizations, and what I now understand, having consulted and led teams around the world, is that organizations have one thing in common, and that is that they expire, except for those organizations that are able to innovate. And innovation is core to creating 100-year, 200-year brands. And it's those of us who are the mere mortals in these organizations, the executives who lead change, to really get jazzed up, to get excited about the possibilities that are ahead for them, both personally and professionally, and for their organizational teams.” (8:10 | Mike Horne)
• “So what I always tell my clients, my executive coaching clients, is that as a leader, you need to embrace the opportunity to evolve, to grow, and to realize it's not just beneficial for yourself, but this is about the entire team. It's about the organization that you lead and for which you have accountability and for which you're responsible for.” (12:35 | Mike Horne)