Setting your peers up for success by serving as a champion, guide, mentor and sounding board
Joining a new organisation or starting a new role can be a daunting experience. Support comes in many forms, from formal induction training to side-by-side shadowing. Buddying is a fantastic way of helping someone become competent, comfortable and confident, as well as being a great development opportunity for experienced team members.
This session explores the principles and practices that define effective peer coach-buddy relationships, from active listening and feedback to goal setting and accountability.
Key themes:
- Principles and benefits of effective peer coaching and mentoring
- Asking powerful questions
- Direction versus instruction
- Active listening
- Establishing boundaries and expectations
- Setting and reviewing goals
- Pre-empting challenges














