Using Coaching Skills to Lead and Mentor Faculty Colleagues.

The article discusses the role of academic department chairs and the challenges they face in mentoring and leading faculty colleagues. It suggests using a coaching approach to faculty mentoring, which can create a more collegial and supportive environment. The article outlines three foundational coaching skills for chairs: active listening, effective questioning, and supporting action by others. It emphasizes the importance of practicing these skills and gradually incorporating them into interactions with colleagues. The coaching approach respects faculty autonomy and supports their productivity, ultimately contributing to departmental goals and student success. [Extracted from the article]