Breaking boundaries in executive coaching

Insights from the Coaching Colloquium with Konstantin Korotov, professor of organizational behavior and director of the "Leading with Psychological Intelligence" program

Campus 10178 welcomes back Dr. Konstantin Korotov, professor of organizational behavior and director of the "Leading with Psychological Intelligence" program, for an in-depth discussion about the annual Coaching Colloquium at ESMT. Celebrating its role as a vital learning space for executive coaches, this year’s colloquium explored the theme "Whatever Works: Coaching and Beyond in Helping Executives."

Dr. Korotov shares insights into the development of the coaching profession; the blurred boundaries between coaching, consulting, and therapy; and the ethical considerations coaches must navigate.

Key discussion points

• The role of case-based learning in professional development
• Strategies for maintaining clear boundaries and managing organizational pressures
• Defining and measuring success in coaching relationships
• The importance of psychological safety in discussing vulnerabilities and learning from professional struggles

Looking ahead to the 15th colloquium in 2025, Dr. Korotov introduces the theme "Proud Struggles: Learning from Tricky Coaching Cases," emphasizing the value of exploring difficult situations to foster personal and professional growth.

Guest information

Konstantin Korotov Professor of Organizational Behavior ESMT Berlin

• Bio: https://esmt.berlin/person/konstantin-korotov
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/konstantin-korotov-90791/ 

Resource links

• Learn about the ESMT Coaching Colloquium