Effective Coaching Techniques for The Too Nice Leader

May
21
2026 (Thursday)
Time 10:30 AM PDT | 01:30 PM EDT
Duration: 60 Minutes
22 Days Left To REGISTER
Id: 212346
Instructor
Gifty Enright 
Live
Recorded
Live + Recorded

Overview

Coaching is one of the most critical skills for modern leaders. But for those who identify as "too nice," it can become a space where difficult truths are softened or avoided altogether.

This session explores how to move from surface-level, polite conversations to impactful coaching that drives real growth. Leaders will learn how to ask better questions, give clearer feedback, and hold accountability without damaging relationships.

Why you should Attend

If your coaching conversations feel comfortable but nothing really changes you're not coaching. You're maintaining.

Areas Covered in the Session

  • Why "nice" coaching often fails to create change 
  • The difference between supportive vs effective coaching 
  • How to ask questions that uncover the real issue 
  • Structuring coaching conversations for impact 
  • Giving honest feedback without triggering defensiveness 
  • Balancing empathy with challenge 
  • Holding accountability while maintaining trust 
  • Practical coaching frameworks leaders can use immediately 

Who Will Benefit

  • Senior Leaders 
  • People Managers 
  • Team Leads 
  • HR Professionals 
  • Coaches and Mentors within organisations
  • Emerging Leaders

Speaker Profile

Gifty Enright is a keynote speaker, coach, and expert in women in the workplace, wellbeing, and leadership effectiveness. She supports leaders and organisations to move beyond surface-level leadership behaviours and build the confidence to lead with clarity, honesty, and impact. Her approach blends research, real-world experience, and practical tools that leaders can immediately apply.
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