Frank Dick OBE: Full Keynote Presentation

Frank Dick delivers his framework for developing world-class coaches at every level of the coaching workforce.

He says:

• there should be no hierarchy amongst coaches and talks about creating “a parity of esteem”
• discusses his three ‘Responsibilities’ of being a coach 
• explains why there is a pressing need to create a “culture of creative candour” in coaching, as only through honesty can you have accountability and build trust with participants. 

Other topics covered include:

• coaches’ over-reliance on technological assessment, meaning they are not practising their critical observation skills
• the need for coaches to give more priority to behavioural values as part of the coach-athlete relationship
• reveals his Step Ladder of Success, from embryonic coach to sage mentor.