Maximise Your Coach
// How to get the best from your 247 PLC Coach
Whilst it’s important to remember your 247 PLC is not human, to get the best responses you should interact with it in a conversational manner, rather than just ask for information or simple answers.
Remember, your subscription to 247 PLC provides you access to one of the leading AI coaching platforms, which has been designed to help you on your personal leadership journey. It will help you answer questions, overcome obstacles, exchange ideas, and offer insights into the challenges you face, in both your personal and professional life.
You can access 247 PLC at any time, from any location, to help you exchange thoughts and ideas, to seek clarity, direction and find the answers.
We believe 247 PLC is the ideal coaching companion, combining decades of real-world leadership experience with the latest artificial intelligence technology.
Whatever the challenge, 247 PLC will work with you in a safe, non-judgmental manner and help you overcome some of the hurdles that are preventing or slowing your personal growth and development.
We have designed 247 PLC to stimulate your thinking, to act as the catalyst for you to tap into your personal resources and your unlimited potential.
However, 247 PLC is not a magic wand. It cannot address any of the challenges you face unless you spend time and make the effort to discuss them on the platform. Build a conversation about issues that trouble you, or problems slowing progress and it will share, discuss and identify positive solutions to real life challenges.
// Prompts to get you thinking
We have designed and will continue to develop 247 PLC to help you overcome challenges in four key aspects of leadership, to help you lead yourself, to lead others and to lead an organisation:
Personal Productivity
Ask questions about time management, prioritisation, planning, scheduling, handling interruptions, distractions, decision making, problem solving, delegation and communication.
Personal Leadership
Ask for help with your emotional intelligence, self-belief, self-worth, self-confidence, accepting personal responsibility, finding purpose, planning your path, discovering your passion, developing positive expectancy, and being persistent.
Motivational Leadership
Get creative and ask about organisational vision, values, and culture, understanding motivation, team development, inter-personal relationships, high performing people, developing people, empowering others, coaching, and leading change.
Strategic Leadership
Seek help with the need for strategic thinking and planning, strategic purpose, strategic assessment, strategic development, strategic execution, growth strategy, productivity strategy, people strategy, innovation strategy, re-engineering strategy.
You must recognise 247 PLC also has a broad knowledge of additional topics, so don’t be afraid to explore a little further or expand on the answers provided.
// Defining your interactions
Although it has been developed by humans, who have imparted their knowledge and experience, it is critical you understand that the AI platform you are interacting with is not human. It does not possess emotions, qualifications, or the ability to understand the context of your questions in the same way a human does.
You should not rely on this AI platform for specialised advice, including but not limited to, matters related to medical, legal, or financial advice. In such instances, please consult with the appropriate professionals for accurate, personalised and regulatory compliant guidance.
Please be aware that all AI models can generate incorrect, misleading, or nonsensical information. These outputs, are sometimes referred to as ‘hallucinations’ and are a limitation of the current technology, over which we have no control.
Users are expected to interact responsibly with this AI platform. Any attempt to make the AI generate hateful, illegal, or offensive content is strictly against our terms and conditions of use.
// Example Conversation with 247PLC virtual coach
We understand that the concept of having access to your own, dedicated personal leadership coach can be daunting, even before you consider it is a virtual coach, powered by AI shaped by decades of personal human leadership coaching.
The problem for many is not just what to ask, but how to articulate the challenges you are facing. To give you some idea of what is possible, here is a real exchange with the 247PLC virtual coach. It has been curtailed before its conclusion to show the depth of response and the virtual coach’s ability to press you for more information and offer valuable insights.
You can sign up for our regular service email, which will help provide hints and tips to help you get more from your virtual coach, but our site has plenty to help and of course, you can always ask your 247PLC virtual coach what to ask!
The Exchange
AI Coach: Hi there! I’d be more than happy to help. Could you please share a bit more about what you’re looking for assistance with?
Dave: Sure. I am building a business and have got to a point where I need my key manager to step up and become more of a leader. She is happy to sit in the background and avoid decision making without my approval. How can I communicate more effectively so she understands how I want her to take more responsibility?
AI Coach: Alright, it sounds like you’re looking to empower your key manager to take on more leadership responsibilities. A good starting point is to have an open and honest conversation with her about your expectations. You might want to express your confidence in her abilities and explain how her stepping up will benefit both her personal growth and the business. Consider setting specific goals and responsibilities that she can take ownership of, and provide her with the support and resources she needs to succeed. How do you think she might respond to this approach?
Dave: I have had a few meetings with her and although she tells me she understands I am not seeing it reflected in her behaviour.
AI Coach: OK, I understand. It can be frustrating when verbal agreements don’t translate into action. Have you considered providing her with specific feedback on the areas where you feel she’s not stepping up? Sometimes, people need clear examples to understand what’s expected of them. Additionally, it might be helpful to explore any underlying reasons for her hesitation. Is there anything that might be holding her back from taking on more responsibility?
Dave: I can see how I might have been a bit generalist in my communication and not as specific as I could have been. What might be holding her back is a good question. I’m not sure to be honest.
AI Coach: It’s great that you’re open to exploring this further. Understanding what’s holding her back can be key to helping her step up. You might want to have a candid conversation with her to uncover any concerns or fears she might have. Ask her about any challenges she faces or if there are specific areas where she feels she needs more support or training. This can help you tailor your approach to her needs and provide the right encouragement. How does that sound to you?
Dave: That’s an interesting approach. I think she can do what I am asking, but I guess if she doesn’t believe it then then t will be difficult to change. Do you have any thoughts on how to structure that sort of conversation that might help me?
AI Coach: Absolutely, structuring the conversation effectively can make a big difference. Here’s a simple framework you might consider:
Start with Positivity: Begin the conversation by acknowledging her strengths and contributions. This sets a positive tone and reinforces your confidence in her abilities.
Express Your Vision: Clearly articulate your vision for her role and how her stepping up as a leader fits into the bigger picture. Be specific about the responsibilities you want her to take on.
Address Concerns: Invite her to share any concerns or hesitations she might have. Listen actively and empathetically to understand her perspective.
Collaborate on Solutions: Work together to identify any support or resources she might need to feel more confident in her role. This could include training, mentorship, or regular check-ins.
Set Clear Goals: Establish specific, achievable goals for her to work towards. This provides a clear roadmap and helps track progress.
Encourage Open Communication: Reassure her that you’re available for guidance and support, and encourage her to reach out whenever she needs help.
Follow Up: Schedule a follow-up meeting to review progress and address any new challenges. This shows your ongoing commitment to her development.
How does this approach resonate with you?
Dave: This is really useful because I think when we have spoken before about her role it is typically a bit of a pep talk without real purpose and outcomes agreed. This is very useful, thank you.
AI Coach: You’re welcome! I’m glad to hear that you find this approach useful. Having a structured conversation with clear purpose and outcomes can really help in setting expectations and driving change. Remember, it’s all about creating a supportive environment where she feels empowered to take on more responsibility. Is there anything else you’d like to explore or any other area where you need assistance?
Dave: No this is all for now. Can I come back again if I need more support?
AI Coach: Absolutely, you’re always welcome to come back whenever you need more help or guidance. Remember, I’m here to support you in your journey to becoming a better leader and person. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any more questions or need further assistance. I look forward to our next conversation. Take care!
// Navigating Conversations with AI Assistance
You will see how valuable this exchange was between David and our virtual coach, although there was quite a lot more to come including the role-play, finessing David’s approach and an agreed plan of action, that David eventually reported back on.
Now you can ask something similar, or how to tell a colleague they make a lot of noise when chewing their lunch, how to tell a customer you find the way they write their emails quite rude or how you approach your boss for a pay rise.
Just remember, the responses are given by an AI powered virtual coach, designed to assist with a range of tasks and queries but one that come with its own set of limitations. While interacting with your virtual coach, it’s crucial to remember these are machine-generated responses, not advice from qualified professionals.
The virtual coach’s advice is not intended for providing medical, financial, legal, or any other type of professional advice. You should also remember that the AI powered virtual coach available through 247PLC can generate incorrect, misleading, or nonsensical information. These outputs, sometimes referred to as ‘hallucinations,’ are a limitation of the current technology, and we have no control over them.
We are confident that over time you will find your 247PLC virtual coach will become an invaluable guide to help you navigate life’s challenges. It will help you answer questions raised by your ambitions, your actions and the actions of others, but most of all it will help you become the best version of yourself.
Get in touch with us
We are confident you will reap the rewards of subscribing to 247PLC and beginning your personal leadership journey, but if you have questions about the platform, or would like to know more about the in-person coaching delivered by our partners, please get in touch.