Authentic Coaching (Online Workshop)



Authentic Coaching: Supervising, Managing, and Coaching are distinctively different approaches to using one’s authority to improve organizational members’ performance. This seminar engages participants in finding their unique managerial strengths, reflect on those strengths, and crafting a plan for effectively coaching their team.  All training and support are virtual and/or by phone.

If you are unable to register for this program because registration is full or if you need assistance, contact the SBDC for assistance: sbdc@uwlax.edu, 608.785.8782.

The workshop takes place on November 17, from 1pm-3:30pm. Click here for information and registration.

Target participants:

This workshop is designed for managers, supervisors, team leaders, and small business owners who want to strengthen their ability to develop employee performance through effective coaching. It is especially beneficial for those responsible for guiding, motivating, and supporting employees while balancing the distinct roles of supervising, managing, and coaching. Participants may enroll in this workshop individually or complete it as one component of the Supervisory Management Certificate Program.

Expected learning outcomes:

Participants completing this training program should be able to:

  1. Differentiate between supervising, managing, and coaching, and identify when each approach is most effective.
  2. Recognize their unique leadership and coaching strengths and understand how those strengths influence employee performance and engagement.
  3. Apply authentic coaching techniques to guide employee development, improve communication, and support accountability.
  4. Develop a practical coaching plan that can be used to foster growth, problem-solving, and continuous improvement within their team.

A confirmation email will be sent prior to the program starting. If you don’t receive confirmation, please check your junk/spam/promotions folder(s) or contact the SBDC for assistance: sbdc@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8782. Should circumstances arise that change program dates or its activities, the program provider, UW-La Crosse SBDC, will contact the program participants.

MSBB Training Project Eligible – The fee for this program is paid on your behalf as an eligible participant, but your attendance is required. If circumstances arise that change your availability, please contact sbdc@uwlax.edu or call 608.785.8782 so other participants may attend.

Participating Organizations: The U.S. Small Business Administration, UW Office of Business and Entrepreneurship (OBE), the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (WSBDC) network, and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).

Please only register if you are available and plan to attend, so the provided funding can assist as many small business owners as possible.