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Coaching IT pros for leadership roles

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When you’ve spent your career mastering complex technologies, stepping into a leadership role might not be the first item on your wish list. I spoke to IT executives and leadership coaches for tips on how to develop the leaders on your team. But the transition from teacher to coach can be challenging. “I Stop teaching.

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Coaching your IT team for change: 9 tips

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There’s always change,” says Jim Moore, CTO at HR Acuity. “A Getting your team to accept, and even embrace, change is an essential leadership skill. Some changes — buyouts or leadership shifts, for example — don’t allow for much notice. Paulo Gardini Miguel, director of technology at The CTO Club, agrees.

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Liberis CTO Georgina Owens on the power of mentoring and apprenticeships

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CIO: How has your career evolved to becoming an IT director/CIO/CTO? Fortunately, I was able to join an organisation at the ground level and be trained in each new role. In addition, in the last 12 months, I have been working as a mentor for a start-up accelerator. I am also an avid networker and supporter/mentor of start-ups.

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5 steps we can take to address the cyber skills shortage

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Where can we find them and how can we make sure they are properly trained, especially those that come through the nontraditional tertiary education path? Mentorship is not only about recruiting new talent; it is also a major factor in connecting, nurturing, training, and retaining. IT Leadership

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What Is Executive Coaching?

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The Essence of What is Executive Coaching? “Executive coaching is a professional development process where an experienced coach works with executives, managers, and other high-potential individuals to enhance their leadership and management skills. Cohen, an experienced CEO and Executive Coach.

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6 signs an IT manager is struggling — and how to help

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Work with their manager or mentor to establish short-term goals that are clear and achievable,” Clark says. Their abilities and confidence can be improved by providing mentorship programs, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.” That suggests why they’re struggling.” What can be done to help?

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8 tips for cultivating a winning IT culture

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Embrace new challenges and prioritize engaging pilots Justin Rodenbostel, executive vice president at technology modernization firm SPR, believes that emphasizing learning, training, and professional growth is crucial. He recommends following a coaching and feedback model. IT Leadership, Staff Management

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