Ramon,
You are so right & I agree with your observation regarding the perception of training our replacement. Sadly, many of the managers I speak with about coaching tend to view this area as a "soft" area or "squishy." They state that they don't go in for the "feel good" stuff & just say things the way they are. We must get people to realize that coaches push for excellence as much as anyone else, they also demonstrate their concern for the other person.
Ryan