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Participants learn how to guide employees through structured development conver... Last updated October 31, 2026 5 Days Expert Instructors Certificate Included Online & In-Person Part of TrustGate's [ Executive Leadership & Strategic Management programme ](https://trustgatecorporateskills.com/topics/executive-leadership-strategic-management)Practical leadership development for executives, senior managers and organisational transformation leaders. ## Course Overview This course equips leaders, supervisors, managers, and executives with practical coaching and mentoring skills needed to develop high-performing teams and future leaders within their organizations. Participants learn how to guide employees through structured development conversations, improve performance, unlock potential, and foster continuous learning and professional growth. The program emphasizes the distinction between coaching and mentoring, helping leaders understand when and how to apply each approach effectively. Through practical exercises, role plays, case studies, and leadership simulations, participants gain hands-on experience in conducting impactful coaching sessions, providing constructive feedback, supporting career development, and nurturing talent across diverse workplace environments. The course also explores modern leadership practices that encourage employee engagement, accountability, emotional intelligence, and succession planning. Participants will learn how to create trust-based relationships that inspire confidence, improve team performance, and strengthen organizational culture. By the end of the course, participants will be able to establish structured coaching frameworks, design mentoring programs, manage difficult conversations, and build sustainable leadership pipelines that contribute to organizational success and long-term growth. **Share this course:** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftrustgatecorporateskills.com%2Fcourses%2Fcoaching-and-mentoring-for-leaders) [Twitter](https://x.com/intent/post?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrustgatecorporateskills.com%2Fcourses%2Fcoaching-and-mentoring-for-leaders&text=Coaching+and+Mentoring+for+Leaders) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrustgatecorporateskills.com%2Fcourses%2Fcoaching-and-mentoring-for-leaders&title=Coaching+and+Mentoring+for+Leaders) [WhatsApp](https://api.whatsapp.com/send?text=Coaching+and+Mentoring+for+Leaders%20https%3A%2F%2Ftrustgatecorporateskills.com%2Fcourses%2Fcoaching-and-mentoring-for-leaders) ## Learning Objectives - Differentiate between coaching, mentoring, counseling, and supervision. - Apply efftive coaching techniques to improve employee performance and productivity. - Develop mentoring relationships that support career growth and leadership development. - Conduct meaningful development conversations using structured coaching models. - Build trust, emotional intelligence, and active listening skills in leadership interactions. - Provide constructive feedback that motivates and empowers employees. - Identify and nurture high-potential talent within the organization. - Handle difficult conversations and performance challenges professionally. - Design workplace coaching and mentoring programs aligned with organizational goals. - Strengthen succession planning and leadership continuity through people development. ## Course Content ### Module 1: Introduction to Coaching and Mentoring 1. Meaning and importance of coaching and mentoring 2. Differences between coaching, mentoring, counseling, and training 3. The role of leaders as people developers 4. Benefits to individuals and organizations 5. Building a coaching culture ### Module 2: Leadership and Emotional Intelligence 1. Emotional intelligence in coaching and mentoring 2. Self-awareness and empathy 3. Building trust and psychological safety 4. Communication styles and influence ### Module 3: Communication Skills for Coaches 1. Active listening 2. Powerful questioning 3. Paraphrasing 4. Non-verbal cues 5. Building rapport ### Module 4: Coaching Skills and Frameworks 1. Principles of effective coaching 2. Coaching models (e.g., GROW Model) 3. Setting SMART development goals 4. Conducting coaching conversations 5. Accountability and follow-up strategies ### Module 5: Mentoring for Talent Development 1. Roles and responsibilities of mentors 2. Stages of mentoring relationships 3. Career guidance and professional growth 4. Supporting employee confidence and motivation 5. Reverse mentoring and peer mentoring approaches ### Module 6: Coaching for Performance 1. Linking coaching to performance improvement 2. Identifying performance gaps 3. Constructive feedback techniques 4. Managing underperformance 5. Recognition and motivation strategies ### Module 7: Managing Difficult Conversations 1. Handling resistance and conflict 2. Coaching difficult employees 3. Managing sensitive workplace issues 4. Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality 5. Building resilience and positive attitudes ### Module 8: Developing Future Leaders 1. Succession planning fundamentals 2. Identifying high-potential employees 3. Leadership development pathways 4. Knowledge transfer and institutional memory 5. Creating sustainable talent pipelines ### Module 9: Designing Coaching and Mentoring Programs 1. Establishing organizational mentoring systems 2. Matching mentors and mentees 3. Monitoring and evaluating progress 4. Measuring impact and outcomes 5. Best practices and case studies ## Who Should Attend? - Senior Managers and Executives - Team Leaders and Supervisors - Human Resource Professionals - Project Managers - Department Heads - Organizational Development Officers - Learning and Development Professionals - Emerging Leaders and Future Managers ## Training Methodology - Facilitator-led discussions - Leadership simulations - Role plays and practical exercises - Group discussions and peer learning - Case studies and workplace scenarios - Self-assessment tools - Action planning sessions ## What's Included Certificate of completion Training materials included Lunch and refreshments (physical) Post-training support ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How long is the Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders training? The Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders runs for 5 Days. Each day combines expert-led teaching with practical, hands-on exercises so participants can apply what they learn immediately. ### Is the Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders delivered online or in-person? This course is delivered in person (scheduled venues include Lilongwe, Nairobi, Abuja, London), live online, or in-house at your organisation. ### How much does the Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders cost? The fee is US$600 per person online and US$1,400 per person in person. In-person fees depend on the participant's country; the pricing card on this page shows the fee for yours. ### When is the next Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders training? A session is running now, from 2 November 2026 to 6 November 2026 in Lilongwe, Malawi. The next one runs from 9 November 2026 to 13 November 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. You can also request a custom date or an in-house session for your team. ### Do I get a certificate after completing the Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders? Yes. Participants who complete the Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders receive a certificate of completion from TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS. ### What will I learn in the Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders? Key learning outcomes include: Differentiate between coaching, mentoring, counseling, and supervision; Apply efftive coaching techniques to improve employee performance and productivity; Develop mentoring relationships that support career growth and leadership development; Conduct meaningful development conversations using structured coaching models; Build trust, emotional intelligence, and active listening skills in leadership interactions. ##### Course Pricing (USD) **Where would you like the training?** Kenya Burundi Ethiopia Malawi Rwanda South Sudan Tanzania Uganda Zambia Zimbabwe Comoros Djibouti Eritrea Madagascar Mozambique Somalia Mauritius Seychelles Democratic Republic of the Congo Angola Cameroon Central African Republic Chad Congo (Brazzaville) Equatorial Guinea Gabon São Tomé and Príncipe Botswana Eswatini Lesotho Namibia South Africa Algeria Egypt Libya Morocco Sudan Tunisia Benin Burkina Faso Cabo Verde Côte d'Ivoire Gambia Ghana Guinea Guinea-Bissau Liberia Mali Mauritania Niger Nigeria Senegal Sierra Leone Togo Bahrain Iran Iraq Israel Jordan Kuwait Lebanon Oman Palestine Qatar Saudi Arabia Syria Turkey United Arab Emirates Yemen Albania Andorra Armenia Austria Azerbaijan Belarus Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Croatia Cyprus Czechia Denmark Estonia Finland France Georgia Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Kazakhstan Kosovo Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Moldova Monaco Montenegro Netherlands North Macedonia Norway Poland Portugal Romania Russia San Marino Serbia Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland Ukraine United Kingdom Vatican City Afghanistan Bangladesh Bhutan Brunei Cambodia China India Indonesia Japan Kyrgyzstan Laos Malaysia Maldives Mongolia Myanmar Nepal North Korea Pakistan Philippines Singapore South Korea Sri Lanka Tajikistan Thailand Timor-Leste Turkmenistan Uzbekistan Vietnam Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Bahamas Barbados Belize Bolivia Brazil Canada Chile Colombia Costa Rica Cuba Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador El Salvador Grenada Guatemala Guyana Haiti Honduras Jamaica Mexico Nicaragua Panama Paraguay Peru Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Suriname Trinidad and Tobago United States Uruguay Venezuela Australia Fiji New Zealand Papua New Guinea In-person price varies by country. 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