In this episode of Leadership Launchpad, Ian Maron, VP of People and Talent at Apex, joins the show to discuss the value of coaching in leadership, particularly in technical and engineering environments. Ian shares insights from his career journey—from teaching with Teach for America to leading HR and people teams at several companies, including startups in the aerospace industry. The conversation explores the key differences between management, mentorship, and coaching, highlighting the importance of having a range of leadership tools. Ian introduces the GROW model (Goals, Reality, Options, What’s next) as a practical approach managers can use to develop their teams and shares a live coaching session that demonstrates its use. The episode offers actionable techniques for new managers and leaders looking to foster growth, creativity, and autonomy within their teams.

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