Co-Active Coaching, Fourth Edition: The proven framework for transformative conversations at work and in life

The book that changed the field of professional coaching forever.The wait is over! This is the new 4th edition of the cultural and business phenomenon that helped launch the professional practice of coaching!"The bible of coaching guides ... No other book gives you the tools, the skills, and the fundamentals needed to succeed in these delicate relationships." - Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleThis extensively revised 4th edition of Co-Active Coaching now offers leaders, managers and other business professionals practical guidance for embracing coaching as a core competency to drive greater workplace engagement.The flexible Co-Active Coaching model showcased in the book has stood the test of time as a transformative communication process that co-workers and teammates, managers, teachers, and students can use to build strong and collaborative relationships. In this highly anticipated new edition, the authors capture their broader experience in applying the Co-Active approach to leadership and human development. The book reflects today's reality of how coaching has moved beyond its initial focus on life skills to become an integral aspect of successful leadership development. It provides the latest terminology and a variety of fresh coaching examples drawn from the authors' first-hand experiences with thousands of international coaching trainees and clients.The power-packed on-line Coach's Toolkit has been expanded to include more than 35 exercises, questionnaires, checklists to make these proven principles and techniques accessible and practical. Full of thoughtful exercises, relevant examples and concrete advice, this text is clear, direct, easy to read, and inspiring. The only book life coaches, business coaches and health coaches will ever need to build stronger relationships and healthier communication. Read more