Innovation-Based Coaching
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A structured, integrative framework for fostering innovation in higher education through coaching. IBC organises coaching around three interconnected pillars — each building on the last to develop innovation mindset, skill set, and tangible outcomes.
Three interconnected pillars that build from mindset foundation through development pathway to evaluation cycle — creating a complete innovation coaching system.
The 3C Exploration Loop establishes the foundational conditions for innovation-focused coaching. It cultivates the cognitive and attitudinal prerequisites that enable learners to engage meaningfully with complex, uncertain challenges.
The 3D Solution Engine guides the development pathway from initial exploration of innovation opportunities to experimentation and implementation. It provides a structured approach to moving from problem identification to actionable solutions.
The 3M Management Matrix supports ongoing understanding, evaluation, and scaling of innovation outcomes. It operates as a positive cycle where each phase builds on the last, keeping coaching responsive, impactful, and continuously improving.
IBC is not just another type of 'innovative coaching' — it is a meta-framework that positions innovation as the primary, intentional goal.
Submit a real business challenge and receive a structured IBC analysis across all nine coaching processes — with observations, recommendations, and priority actions.
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Published by Xiaoge Xu · Zhejiang Wanli University