Have you ever wondered how to become a great coach? Do you think it's a hard and elusive goal to obtain? Surprisingly, I can tell you from my experience speaking to hundreds of coaches, that the magic comes from the simple acts.

The process of helping someone else improve their effectiveness absolutely requires a positive relationship. We all need people who can help us rub off the hard edges and who honestly have our best interests in mind when they do it. There are times when these sharpening conversations can be challenging, but it definitely helps to know that these people care and that they have a genuine interest in helping us improve.

Here are 3 ways to take your coaching relationship to the next level:…