Impact of coaching on IT specialists' professional development: An empirical analysis
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https://doi.org/10.46502/issn.1856-7576/2024.18.04.17Keywords:
coaching, education, professional self-realisation, IT specialists, career development, competences, motivation, leadership qualities, teamwork, corporate culture.Abstract
The role of coaching in the professional self-realisation of IT specialists is gaining relevance in the context of rapid changes in the labour market and increasing requirements for adaptability and the development of career competences. Modern IT companies increasingly use coaching techniques to improve employee performance and develop professional growth strategies. The study aims to assess the impact of coaching on the professional self-realisation of IT professionals, particularly in forming career strategies and developing critical competences. The research methodology includes literature analysis, surveys of IT professionals at different levels, and quantitative analysis of the collected data. The study results showed that individual and team coaching contributes to increased professional confidence, soft and technical skills development, and more effective career planning. It has been found that the most significant barrier to achieving career goals is the lack of technical competences and employer support, which can be addressed through the introduction of corporate coaching programmes. The study's practical significance lies in using the data to create effective professional development programmes in IT companies. The results also emphasise the importance of promoting coaching among IT professionals to ensure their competitiveness.
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