Why Leadership Coaching Matters (Especially If You Manage People)

By Vanessa Murphy, Two Heads HR

Let’s be honest: leading people can be tough.

It’s rewarding, yes/no???? — it can also be messy, emotional, and unpredictable. Whether you're managing a small team or an entire business, the truth is that no one becomes a great leader by default.

Leadership coaching isn’t about having someone tell you how to do your job. It’s about having a trusted thinking partner who helps you make better decisions, communicate more clearly, and show up in ways that build trust and respect. When you're responsible for other people’s wellbeing, growth, and performance, your own development matters more than ever.

If you’re leading a team (or about to), here are three tips I will share with you:

1. Don’t wait for a crisis to get support. Too many leaders reach out when they’re overwhelmed or burnt out. Coaching is most powerful when it’s proactive — when you use it to grow, not just survive.

2. Your team mirrors you. How you handle stress, give feedback, and navigate conflict will set the tone for everyone else. Coaching helps you stay intentional — especially when things get tough.

3. Confidence doesn’t mean having all the answers. It means being curious, open to learning, and willing to have the hard conversations. Confidence is built — and coaching is one of the fastest ways to build it.

So if you're managing people and want to lead with more clarity, calm, and connection — coaching could be your next best move.

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