Certificate Graduates:
Lauren Whitley Spring 2025
Credential ID Number: 1924LSC
Life Skill: Professional Coachability
Program Overview
High Point University students pursuing the Certificate in Coachability program will develop a critical life skill by attending four Innovator In Residence Sessions during Spring 2025. This program offers participants the opportunity to learn directly from accomplished professionals across diverse industries, enhancing their ability to accept, implement, and grow from feedback while demonstrating adaptability in professional environments.
Program Objectives
- Embrace Feedback for Growth: Empower students to seek and implement feedback effectively, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments.
- Learn from Industry Innovators: Provide access to industry leaders who share insights, strategies, and personal experiences that emphasize the importance of being coachable.
- Foster Continuous Improvement: Equip students with tools to self-reflect and refine their professional skills in response to real-world challenges and opportunities.
- Develop Professional Relationships: Build meaningful connections with accomplished innovators, faculty mentors, and peers, laying the foundation for career success.
Program Structure
Participants will engage in the following components to earn their certificate:
- Pre-Session Preparation:
- Register using an online form for the event.
- Access to Innovator Sessions (Spring 2025):
- Attend at least four sessions featuring industry leaders and innovators.
- Actively participate in Q&A discussions designed to explore the value of coachability in achieving professional and personal goals.
- Reflection and Post-Session Requirement:
- Submit Reflection Answers via an online form upon completion of each session consisting of insights, lessons learned, and examples of how coachability has been applied to academic or extracurricular pursuits.
Program Requirements
To qualify for the Certificate in Coachability, students must:
- Register and attend at least four Innovator in Residence Sessions.
- Actively engage during sessions by asking questions or contributing to discussions.
- Complete and submit the Reflection Questions by the end of the semester.
Target Audience
The program is open to all High Point University students seeking to:
- Enhance their professional skill set.
- Develop a growth mindset for lifelong learning.
- Strengthen their ability to thrive in team-oriented or leadership roles.
Recognition and Benefits
Upon successful completion, students will receive:
- Certificate in Coachability from High Point University.
- Enhanced resume credentials showcasing proficiency in coachability and adaptability.
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders and fellow participants.
Seminars Attended:
January 29 – Cynt Marshall – CEO Dallas Mavericks
3:25-4:35pm -Life Skills and Leadership Series
Topic: The Coachability Advantage
- Insights on how coachability has accelerated her career.
- Exploring the direct link between adaptability and professional success.
- How humility and grit paired together create a career of resilience and success.
February 4 – Sean Suggs – Toyota
1:35-3:15pm – Life Skills and Leadership Series
Topic: Always Be Improving
- What is Kaizen and Six Sigma and why do companies want you to know it.
- How can Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) methods make you a resilient employee.
- How personal growth and organizational growth go hand in hand.
- How being coachable impacts improvement.
February 10 – Byron Pitts – American Journalist ABC News
3:25-4:35 – Life Skills and Leadership Series
Topic: Resilience Lessons from the Frontlines
- How to turn setbacks and challenges into learning opportunities.
- In fast-paced environments, how to remain flexible, willing to adapt, and ready to learn new skills.
- Lessons on remaining receptive to input from others, building trust and collaboration.
March 12 – Alexander Julian – Fashion Designer
11:00-11:50am – Life Skills and Leadership Series
Topic: Personal Branding Through Adaptability
- How demonstrating coachability impacts your professional reputation.
- Showcasing examples of standing out through his adaptability.
- How to adapt through a changing fashion industry.
March 17 – Theresa Patiri
3:25-4:35pm – Life Skills and Leadership Series
Topic: From Intern to Executive
- Highlight of Patiri’s journey from interning at ABC to becoming a senior executive.
- How being coachable allowed her to seize opportunities and navigate challenges.
- Discuss the importance of collaboration and feedback in creating compelling content.
- How to adapt storytelling techniques to meet audience needs and market trends.
March 27 – Charlie Freeman
9:45-11:25am – Leadership and Life Skills Series
Topic: Crush Your First Review
- Practicing how to effectively navigate challenging feedback scenarios through a mock annual review during your first year at an organization.
- Simulated exercises with Freeman offering real-time advice.
- How to be the team player everyone wants on their team.
April 9 – Marc Randolph – Co-Founder Netflix
Topic: The Art of Receiving Feedback
- How to listen actively and extract value from constructive criticism.
- Techniques for staying open-minded in challenging situations.
- How to know when to reject criticism and continue to innovate to execute a vision.
April 11 -Steve Spangler
Topic: The Feedback Formula
- How to give feedback in ways teammates can take action.
- Techniques for delivering feedback that motivates, not alienates.
- Be a coach and be coached. The impact of mentorship in your career.
This program positions HPU students to excel in collaborative, feedback-driven environments by instilling the mindset and skills necessary for growth and professional success.