Dr. Ryan Meers

About me

I have a passion for education and especially for ensuring that all of us continue to apply what we have learned. I am excited about the opportunity that the Lounge provides for all of us to discuss how we are applying what we have learned & to share those great ideas.

I have had a varied background from secondary education to corporate training & now working in the career college sector. But while I have moved in different circles it has always been surrounding my passion of education. I look forward to our conversations.

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http://www.maxknowledge.com/faculty.php?id=11172

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Reasonable Goals

Maribel, Great summary of the SMART goals. Unfortunately in my work with development & career planning I have seen many unreasonable goals. Great job. Ryan

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The Leader as a Coach

Dave, Definitely. And I have found that the true key to successful coaching is helping my employees evaluate themselves & tap into their own self-awareness regarding what motivates them. This way through coaching they are discovering & I am not telling. Ryan

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The Capable Coach

Yes, the initial establishment of a positive & safe relationship & environment is key to coaching sucess. Ryan

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The Capable Coach

Robert, Great observation. According to the Hay group & Daniel Goleman's research, the Coaching leadership style is all about the long-term development of employees. Ryan

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The Capable Coach

Michael, I completely agree. I especially like your last statement. Unfortunately it seems that often people divide into two camps rather than seeing the need for both sets of skills. Ryan

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The Capable Coach

Angela, You are completely right. I do know that those in the coaching community are making greater efforts to demonstrate quantifiable results & a true ROI from coaching within the business sector. Ryan

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The Capable Coach

Completely agree. That is why I personally believe the best mix is a manager/leader rather than just one or the other. Ryan

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The Capable Coach

Angela, Great comment. Interestingly the Hay Group (out of Boston) conducted extensive research based on Emotional Intelligence. What they found is that a coaching style of leadership is one of the most effective over the long-term. You're right on track! Ryan

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The Capable Coach

I completely agree. How do you act as a mentor within your role as a manager? Ryan

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The Coaching Process

I completely agree. What type of asking questions do you feel work the best? Ryan

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