The Coaching Cookie

Overview
The Coaching Cookie is a lightweight, repeatable tool designed to help engineering managers and technical leaders run focused, outcome-driven coaching sessions with their teams. It breaks the conversation into clear stages, encouraging preparation, active listening, and actionable follow-up.

Key Takeaways

• Use a consistent structure to make coaching conversations more efficient and impactful.
• Focus on specific behaviors and outcomes rather than vague feedback.
• Create measurable action items that drive continuous improvement.
• Apply the framework in one-on-one, team, and cross-functional settings.

Who Would Benefit

• Engineering managers looking for a practical coaching method.
• Technical leads who mentor junior engineers.
• Scrum masters and agile coaches facilitating team growth.
• Leaders seeking to build a coaching culture in tech organizations.

Frameworks and Methodologies

• One-on-One Coaching Model
• Continuous Feedback Loop
• Growth Mindset Practices