Emily Sander hosts Sara Dakin, Senior Coach Network Manager at AceUp, to discuss their coaching platform focused on leadership development using technology and data. They explore the use of 360-degree feedback reports, highlighting strengths and growth areas, with examples of how this has impacted leaders like Sara. They also talk about AceUp's team coaching initiatives and the integration of AI to enhance coaching experiences. Emily has a special connection to AceUp - tune in to hear about it!

Links Mentioned:

• AceUp Website

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• Strategic Planning Checklist 
• Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
• A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
• Chief of Staff Toolkit

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If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want. 

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to Sara Dakin and AceUp
00:38 Overview of AceUp's Mission and Technology
01:38 Emily's Experience with AceUp
02:45 Introduction to 360 Degree Reports
03:18 Sara's Role and Experience with 360 Reports
04:09 The 360 Degree Process and Data Integration
06:05 Understanding Hidden Strengths and Weaknesses
07:18 Reactions to 360 Feedback
09:13 Addressing Reluctance and Creating a Safe Environment
12:03 Core Competencies in 360 Reports
13:28 Typical Reactions to 360 Feedback
19:40 Building Trust Through 360 Debriefs
22:14 Strengths and Coaching Confidentiality
22:22 Anonymized Feedback for Leadership
23:44 360 Feedback and Women Leaders
25:47 Debrief Reports and Data Insights
29:19 Triad Calls and Manager Involvement
34:11 Setting Up Coaching Programs
34:28 Tailoring Coaching to Client Needs
36:10 Preparing Coachees for Coaching
37:02 Explaining Coaching to New Coachees
39:14 The Value of Coaching Relationships
43:07 Upcoming Innovations at AceUp
44:48 How to Get Started with AceUp