Executive Coaching for Female Executives
Summary: Ridhima Dosani has a goal: to aid females in adapting their hidden power dynamics so they can be brought to the forefront of their interactions with others and can be recognised as the true female executives that they are.
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Executive Coaching for Female Executives
Ridhima Dosani has a goal: to aid females in adapting their hidden power dynamics so they can be brought to the forefront of their interactions with others and can be recognised as the true female executives that they are.
Ridhima is the founder of The Executive Coaching Bootcamp, where she is an Executive Coach Master Trainer and ICF (International Coaching Federation) PCC (Professional Certified Coach). The company offers specialised coaching for female executives and offers accredited programmes in ICF executive coach training for females who are either experienced coaches or new to the field. She chose to offer her ICF accredited training programme because students kept voicing their desire to become coaches but needed help in accomplishing this.
It has recently been announced that she has become the Centre for Executive Coaching’s ICF Certified Executive Coach Training Programme for Western Europe. She’s very proud of this accomplishment and will provide coaching for female executives all over Western Europe.
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Practical, real-life coaching experience
The programmes don’t only teach the academics of coaching, but they also fulfil the need for practical, real-life experience so students will know exactly what needs to be done to start working with clients immediately upon completion of the programme. The field is very competitive, so the programmes provide invaluable advice that will enable students to understand how they can immediately find clients of their own.
Many women who have the desire to grow in their fields come to The Executive Coaching Bootcamp. They’re tired of being passed over for promotions because their accomplishments aren’t recognised, when males in the same field, with less experience, are jumping to the top of the corporate world. Recognising the barriers is the first step toward overcoming them. Dive deeper into this topic by reading 'What is an ICF accreditation and why is it important when looking for a professional coaching certification?' on our site. This article sheds light on the importance of accredited coaching programs and their role in equipping female executives with the skills needed to navigate their unique challenges
Ridhima’s clients include entrepreneurs, social influencers and executives who wish to make a larger impact in their field or to move ahead in their careers. She has coached females in many organisations, including BP, IBM and SWIFT.
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2. Group or individual Executive Coaching
In the ICF accredited executive coaching programmes, there is a place for everyone, from those with prior experience to those who are new to the field. The training available is for the internal coaching staff of organisations and for those who are interested in establishing their own private coaching practices. Options include an ICF accredited three-day course which prepares you to be ready to start your venture by coaching executives, managers, business owners and those with coaching talent who are just starting out. The second option is a fast-track ACTP (accredited coach training programme), which allows you to begin coaching immediately upon completion.
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) provides a comprehensive framework that outlines these essential skills. For a deeper dive into what makes an effective executive coach and how these competencies can shape your leadership style, visit the ICF's core competencies here.
Working in a field that is mostly male-dominated, Ridhima was usually the only female in the room, where she was constantly underestimated and disregarded. She refused to hold herself back or slow down on her career goals. This is a quality she instills in her clients who attend her “coaching for female executives” programmes. She’s found that by allowing herself to step up to the top of her field is deeply satisfying knowing that she is opening that avenue to the top to other females. What’s important for her is that she makes sure female executives start out on equal ground with their male counterparts, thereby making great business relationships because there will be mutual respect right from the start. Females must learn to become aware of their inner power dynamics to have those dynamics work in their favour when you communicate in a way that portrays you as a leader so that others see you as such. This is a slow, steady process, but it works. Communication skills and how you carry yourself are key to making yourself be seen as someone to be taken seriously. This takes practice, but soon, you’ll be equal, if not better, than any male in the field.
3. ‘‘Three-step adjustment technique’’ in Executive Coaching
Ridhima uses her own special process that is known as the “Three-Step Adjustment Technique”. This technique shows females how to adjust the power dynamics between themselves and already established leaders within their organisation to help the students know how to stand out and be seen as the next choice for advancement within that organisation.
It's so important to understand the power dynamics that may not be readily visible in your interactions with others. By understanding, you will be better able to adjust those power dynamics in your favour so you will not be seen as one having potential, but as one already recognised as already being a leader in that organisation. The Three-Step Adjustment Technique is proven to help Ridhima’s students carve out their niche at the top and to be heard, as well as seen, as a valuable voice for the organisation.
This technique is very effective for any female who wants to adjust the power dynamics between themselves and groups or individuals and those who feel they need to develop their ability to be heard as leaders. Communication is the focus of the work as well as how the student generally comes across to others in their organisation so that they will not only be seen as an executive, but so that they are treated as executives. Whether you realise it or not, power dynamics are the driving force of all interactions when it comes to how others see you, and by adjusting those dynamics, you will be able to establish a place in a leadership position.
Ridhima believes the most important aspect of achieving success is the intentional development of strong communication skills. To become an effective leader, strong communication is crucial to becoming an effective leader, commanding the respect of anyone. But whilst commanding respect is important, equally important is showing humility. Don’t be afraid to admit to making mistakes or to changing your mind on a certain matter. This makes a leader more likeable and relatable, which makes the leader someone people want to follow rather than a leader they must follow blindly.
4. Down time is a must for any executive coach
Something else that must be mastered to avoid “burn out” is knowing when to step away from work in order to prioritise family time and “you time”. Success can be made by mastering this or broken by not setting this needed time aside by switching off your computer and spending some time with your family and/or friends. Everyone needs down time, so set up a “down time policy” for yourself that allows you to know the minimum you need to accomplish before you can shut down your computer and leave your desk. If these tasks are finished, then you can step away without feeling guilty. Taking time out isn’t letting anyone down, including yourself. You need it. You deserve it. The important part of setting this “down time policy” is to consciously make plans using a specific set of criteria for planning this time. Does taking time off adhere to the criteria you set? If yes, there’s no need to feel guilty for taking this time to work on your personal relationships. Replace your old “I must constantly work” behaviour with “I need some time to avoid burnout and to spend some me-time” behaviour.
5. Flexible programmes in Executive Coaching
Executive Coaching Bootcamp programmes are designed with flexibility and efficiency so that within as little as 3 to 6 months, it’s possible for students to become an ICF certified coach with a PCC or ACC designation.
The programmes are fully accredited with the ICF (International Coaching Federation) to offer ACTP and ACSTH programmes. Because each programme is limited to size, the student is allowed to focus on their own specific goals and to get the personalised support needed to succeed. Ridhima knows how important it is for students to access specialised “toolkits”, which are provided so that you will feel confident in coaching your own clients as soon as possible. These toolkits are for the students to use and rebrand as their own to gain coaching credibility at a fast pace without sacrificing the skills needed to become effective.
What Ridhima enjoys most about this programme is that she’s helping students who have a talent for asking the right questions become proficient in coaching whilst caring about each individual student. To become an incredible coach is an art, not a science. She understands that there are many individuals who have the potential to be great coaches and who can provide coaching in specialised niches that are based on their own experiences and backgrounds. Ridhima takes her job of helping people find the niche that fits their skills and the market.
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Many organisations have requested Ridhima’s help in building the internal coaching of their management and other leadership teams, which will help grow the coaching capabilities of their organisations. The programmes can be personalised to meet the specific needs of each organisation and its employees. Many people find performance reviews uncomfortable, so many requests for help in this area are common. The programme can help make those conversations into a strong coaching tool. This is essential in transforming an employee into thinking positively about the future of their position and development in the organisation instead of feeling defeated and disappointed. The employer will then have the employee that they can be proud of as an employee who wants to separate from the organisation.
It's this challenge of executive coaching that is so enjoyable; helping our clients address their needs and gain success with our techniques.
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