Executive coaching: It works!

@article{Kombarakaran2008ExecutiveCI,
  title={Executive coaching: It works!},
  author={Francis A. Kombarakaran and Julia A. Yang and M. Baker and Pauline B. Fernandes},
  journal={Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research},
  year={2008},
  volume={60},
  pages={78-90}
}
Outcomes of this empirical study demonstrated that executive coaching is an effective method of leadership development. One hundred fourteen executives and 42 coaches were surveyed using instruments designed to gather both quantitative and qualitative data. Results indicated that executive change occurred in 5 areas: people management, relationships with managers, goal setting and prioritization, engagement and productivity, and dialogue and communication. This study also highlights the… 
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