Introduction to Coaching at Work

Empower conversations, elevate performance, transform workplaces.

Coaching is a way of communicating that brings out the best in people — at every level of the workplace.  This course will show you how.

Who it's for

  • Professionals at all levels wanting to develop coaching skills to improve performance and relationships at work
  • Managers and team leaders looking to adopt a coaching style
  • Organizations aiming to build a coaching culture

Do you ever find yourself in conversations where you wish you could connect better, listen more deeply, or inspire action without sounding like you’re giving orders?


Many professionals and managers feel the same — caught between the pressure to deliver and the desire to empower others and create a postive workplace culture.


If this resonates with you, this program was designed with your needs in mind.

Why it Works

Coaching works because it changes the quality of conversations. Instead of giving advice or micromanaging, you learn how to ask the right questions, build trust, and empower others to find their own solutions.



As Timothy Gallwey wrote, coaching is “the art of creating an environment through conversation that helps people move toward their goals in a fulfilling way.”

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:


  • Have coaching-style conversations that inspire ownership and accountability.
  • Listen actively and ask powerful questions that shift perspectives.
  • Apply coaching mindsets to leadership and teamwork.
  • Use self-coaching tools to strengthen your own confidence and resilience.


Quality

Research-based models.

Led by ICF Credentialed Coaches.

Leadership and academic base.


Format

  • Hybrid: self-paced video modules + weekly live group coaching (online or in-person).
  • Duration: 6 weeks
  • Delivery: Interactive, practice-oriented
  • Follow-up support: 2 individual coaching sessions with our certified coaches.


Certificate

Leaders Today Certificate of Achievement for completion of "Introduction to Coaching at Work"


Program Snapshot

Across 6 modules, you’ll learn and practice the essentials of coaching at work:


  1. What coaching really is — and how it differs from telling, teaching, or advising.
  2. Why organizations adopt coaching — and how it drives engagement, motivation, good relations, and performance.
  3. The 4Q™ Coaching Model — a simple framework for impactful conversations.
  4. Coaching mindsets — growth, solution-focus, and strengths-based approaches.
  5. Self-coaching tools — for clarity, confidence, and resilience.
  6. Coaching and leadership — how managers can lead with questions and trust.


You’ll walk away with practical tools  you can use the very next day at work.

For HR Leaders and Decision Makers

If you’re responsible for learning and development in your organization, this course is an easy and effective way to ensure that managers and staff at all levels gain foundational coaching skills. It serves as a practical introduction to coaching that can be rolled out quickly and widely.


Many organizations invest in training managers to coach, only to find that the skills are hard to apply — because employees don’t understand what coaching really is.  This course bridges that gap.


By familiarizing staff at all levels with coaching principles, you make it easier for managers to use their new skills and, over time, embed coaching into the culture of the organization.

Testimonials

The course was a valuable introduction to the science and practice of being a "leader-coach" at work. I walked away with tools I could use immediately as well as an appreciation of the importance of establishing coaching cultures in the health sector - particularly during periods of change and transition. Saba is a masterful teacher and coach. 


Asiya Odugleh-Kolev, public health professional

The coaching approach of Saba combines frameworks and builds on her extensive experience. Her approach was tailored to create a better awareness of myself as a professional while providing tools and learnings to reach my goals. My growth during the coaching enabled me to become a better leader and I got promoted in the process.

Her kindness and genuine supportive approach make her unique as a coach.

M.J. Head of Department
International NGO

Saba Imru is a very complete, balanced and well-prepared professional and human being. This makes her an excellent coach and counselor. I have greatly benefited from her gently challenging, skillful approach over the last couple of years. The added value of each of our sessions was tangible ! I warmly recommend her without reserve for any leader willing to question her/himself and to evolve.


Frode Hvaring
Head of Human Resources
EBU-Eurovision

Saba Imru-Mathieu

Why this program is different

With over two decades of experience coaching CEOs, Diplomats, and Senior Executives, Saba Imru-Mathieu brings:

This is not a theoretical leadership course. It’s a practical skills program built on 20 years of global coaching expertise.


I’ve seen firsthand how coaching transforms workplace relationships and performance — from international organizations to small teams. That’s why I designed this course to be accessible to anyone, not just professional coaches or senior executives.


My promise: you’ll find the skills you learn here simple, human, and immediately useful.

Next Steps

Schedule a confidential consultation to explore whether this program is right for you or your organization’s senior leaders.