Handbook Of Knowledge Based Co

There are books on the theory of coaching, and there are books on how to coach. This book fills the gap between the two. In The Handbook of Knowledge-Based Coaching, a stellar international panel of more than twenty practitioners offer an overview of the major theoretical models and sources of knowledge that have contributed to current coaching practice. For each theory and knowledge area there are specific examples of how it might effectively be applied in a coaching engagement and recommended resources for further study. Drawing on a wide range of academic disciplines, including psychology, adult learning, conflict management, communication, organizational development, and leadership, this book establishes the intellectual underpinnings of the profession. It also identifies alternative sources of wisdom, such as spiritual traditions and the self-help and human potential movements, and covers a range of specialized approaches, from narrative and somatic coaching to coaching for sustainability, to create a rounded picture of coaching's origins and practices. Along the way, it explores the challenges and possibilities of the contemporary work environment with all its pressure, structural complexity, and diversity, and the range of strategies available to the coach.Whether you are an aspiring coach exploring the field, an experienced practitioner eager to expand your knowledge, or a leader, manager, or HR professional seeking to understand the scope and value of coaching, you will find The Handbook of Knowledge-Based Coaching an essential resource and an inspiring read.