People grow as they take responsibility

People grow as they take responsibility by defining, committing to, and achieving goals. I know I grow when I take responsibility. I’ll bet you do, too.
 
As a coach, you can empower others to take responsibility. To empower others:
  • Listen to them. Listen in order to help them talk through what their goals are. Help them take responsibility by listening, instead of talking.
  • Inquire about their goals. Help them take responsibility by asking questions, instead of suggesting goals.
  • Focus them on their goals. Help them take responsibility by asking them to define their goals and take SMART action.
  • Encourage them to achieve their goals. Help them take responsibility by having them talk about progress on their goals.