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An Introduction to Coaching Skills: A Practical Guide - Softcover

Van Nieuwerburgh, Christian

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Synopsis

An Introduction to Coaching Skills is an invaluable resource for novice and trainee coaches. Its accessible, step-by-step style acquaints you with the key skills needed to become a successful coach and, with its focus on the applied side of coaching, the book is an essential text for anyone starting out on their coaching voyage. From the ′how to′, through to practicalities and challenges and honing existing skills, this book covers:

- Definitions of coaching

- How to become a coach

- Key coaching skills

- Current coaching models

- Practical tools and techniques

- Reflective practise and how best to help others

With evidence-based research, activities and suggestions for further reading, this is a clear and practical, all-you-need guide to becoming a coach.

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About the Author

Christian van Nieuwerburgh is Professor of Coaching and Positive Psychology at the Centre for Positive Health Sciences at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences (Ireland) and Strategic Partner of the Instructional Coaching Group, a global provider of coach training and consultancy for the education sector. In recognition of his contributions to the fields of coaching and positive psychology, he is Principal Fellow of the Centre for Wellbeing Science at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne (Australia). Christian is a certified executive coach and has authored, co-authored, and edited numerous books and publications on coaching and positive psychology. His best-known books include An Introduction to Coaching Skills: A Practical Guide and Radical Listening: The Art of True Connection. Christian regularly speaks internationally on the topics of coaching, positive psychology, and well-being. 

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