Book description
From executive mentoring to life coaching, more and more people are
turning to and/or training as coaches.
Confident Coaching covers the principles, theories and practices of
this crucial skill. It covers the fundamentals for those looking for
an introduction to the subject, and also offers practice and extension
for people with some existing coaching experience, whether they work
inside a company or in a freelance capacity, in life coaching or
executive coaching, or are managers wishing to coach their in-house
teams more effectively.
The chapters each begin with a clear statement of goals and
objectives, then break each topic into manageable chunks, allowing the
reader to dip into sections of particular interest when needed.
Areas covered include:
- The various stages of coaching
- Fundamental models, theories and concepts
- Interventions:
championing, requesting and challenging
- Timing, scheduling and
duration
- Practical hints and tips for dealing with challenging situations
Sample coaching interactions are included to bring techniques to
life, along with activities, case studies, anecdotes and diagrams.
NOT GOT MUCH TIME?
One and five minute introductions to key
principles to get you started.
AUTHOR INSIGHTS
Lots of instant help with common problems and
quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience.
TEST YOURSELF
Tests in the book and online to keep track of
your progress.
EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Extra online articles at www.
teachyourself. com to give you a richer understanding of coaching.
THINGS TO REMEMBER
Quick refreshers to help you remember the
key facts.
TRY THIS
Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt
and how to use it.
