Coaching
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Match made!
T+D, v61 n3 p40-44 (2007 Mar)
This article discusses the "leader-advisor" relationships of four workplace learning professionals. Representing different industries, each leader covers how having an advisor/coaching/mentoring relationship has influenced their career.
Don't cross the line
T+D, v61 n2 p60-64 (2007 Feb)
The growth of coaching as an industry and a professional has contributed value to many individuals and organizations. This article warns that despite the good that has come from this new trend, there are times when coaching goes awry. The possible ethical dilemmas include such issues as the inappropriate use of coaching as a panacea for whatever ails the organization, lack of professional competence, reporting data that can be misinterpreted, and failing to set clear boundaries for the coaching relationship.
Executive coaching builds steam in organizations
T+D, v61 n12 p58-61 (2007 Dec)
Executive coaching one of the fastest growing services organizational leaders are using is different than working with other types of consultants because they are not the solution; they direct the solution process. Effectively, there are five steps in the coaching process: pre-coaching interviews (data gathering), self-discovery and awareness, goal setting and accountability, action learning and execution, and evaluation and revision. Executive coaching is a powerful, cost-effective way to provide support for leaders and leverage their strengths for the benefit of themselves and the entire organization.
The certified coach: a brand you should able to trust
T+D, v61 n4 p38-41 (2007 Apr)
This article asserts that as the profession of coaching grows so too will the demands for credentialed coaches. The International Coach Federation is working toward creating credentialing levels and the associated requirements to give this profession structure and substance. Experts in the field urge new coaches to pursue credentialing and/or certification and stress the importance of having clearly defined roles and expectations for coaching.
Just-in-time coaching
INFOLINE, 16p (2006 Nov)
Stock no.250611. This Infoline focuses on just-in-time coaching rather than formalized coaching. Just-in-time coaching is a targeted action that helps an individual or small group with a specific project or task. It is informal and flexible. This booklet will help identify just-in-time coaching opportunities, assess interest in coaching as a tool, and provide sample dialogue. The Job Aid is a list of coaching questions.
Coaching basics
ISBN: 1562864246 116p (2006 Feb)
This book focuses on the six purposes of coaching: to improve client coachability; to help get the client unstuck; to enhance client self-awareness; to facilitate client breakthroughs; to uncover potential and build client skills; and to help create and implement client plans for action. This book was written for training and human resource professionals, managers, and organization development professionals. It contains numerous checklists, exercises, and hints for providing a sound coaching experience.
Dental service adopts Coach Wooden's philosophies
T+D, v60 n8 p41-43, 46 (2006 Aug)
Pacific Dental Services (PDS) applies the professional and organizational development theories of John Wooden, a professional basketball coach, through courses offered at its corporate university. PDS manages the business and administrative needs of multiple dental practices. Employees are encouraged to take courses based on Wooden's well-known 1948 "Pyramid of Success" which focuses on industriousness, enthusiasm, team spirit, self-control, friendliness, poise, and confidence. A special sidebar Q & A with Wooden is provided.
Untapped world of peer coaching
T+D, v60 n4 p69-71 (2006 Apr)
At Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), peer coaching has been integrated into the leadership development program which reinforces the importance of a coaching culture within the company. The article details how coaching affected BD on a corporate level and also on a personal level for the coaches and the coachees.
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