The document highlights key facts about executive coaching as of 2014, noting a rising demand and significant return on investment for organizations that employ external coaches. It describes executive coaches as facilitators who enhance business behavior through structured support and outlines essential qualifications and attributes for successful coaches. The typical coaching process involves several stages and lasts 6-9 months, ultimately aiming to improve leadership decision-making and strategic thinking.

1. 12 FACTS
executive coaching
You Should Know
In 2014
demand for Executive
Coaching is expected to hit a
CEOs do not
receive outside
leadership advice—
but nearly all want it.
E
EL
XC L
2 of
3
record high.
63%
58%
ENT
ROI
7x
INVESTMENT
of organizations
use external
executive coaches
of Executives described
their executive coaching
results as excellent.
&
Companies investing in
Executive Coaching
25%
of companies report an ROI
of 10-49x
see a 7x return
WHAT IS AN EXECUTIVE COACH?
An expert facilitator who provides structure, guidance, support, and
accountability designed to create positive change in business behavior.
3 Qualifications:
TOP
5
ATTRIBUTES:
EXECUTIVE COACH
Diagnostic skills
EXECUTIVE COACH
5+ YEARS
ICF
Empathy & respect
Coaching Experience
AT THE
CERTIFICATION
VP
Credible
10+
Works to the
business context
VP
LEVEL
and above
YEARS
Flexible
coaching experience
EXECUTIVE COACHING 101
A process that helps leaders make better decisions,
drive strategy, and maximize critical thinking.
The Executive Coaching Process:
Intake and
Assessment
Active Coaching
Action Planning
& Feedback
Includes
Executive Coaching
Engagements typically last
6-9 MONTHS
PHONE
E-MAIL
IN-PERSON
INSIDEOUT DEVELOPMENT,
the human performance
authority and
recognized leader in
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Executive Coaching Survey 2014, Sherpa Coaching
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Global Survey of Coaching Clients, PriceWaterhouseCoopers and the Association Resource Center, 2011
Executive Coaching Market Survey, The Institute of Executive Development