Coaching and Mentoring at Work: Developing Effective Practice - Couverture rigide

Connor, Mary; Pokora, Julia

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0335221769 ISBN 13 : 9780335221769

Editeur : Open University Press, 2007

Synopsis

"This engaging, comprehensive and practical book explains how to get the most out of coaching and mentoring. The authors identify the key principles of effective practice and make the text come alive through frequent use of interactive case material. It is a sound resource for those already engaged in, or thinking about, coaching and mentoring." - Dr Gerard Egan, Professor Emeritus, Loyola University, Chicago, USA."In the burgeoning field of coaching, Mary Connor and Julia Pokora have provided a very readable and accessible book that anyone who is thinking of becoming a coach or mentor should read. It provides very clear frameworks, tools and questions that can help a person decide whether this is the right direction for them and how to go about developing the competences, capabilities and capacities necessary." - Dr Peter Hawkins, Chairman of Bath Consultancy Group, UK and leading author and expert on coaching supervision. "In all this is a thought provoking, well tested book of value to practitioners and trainers alike. For those who have not read deeply about Egan's model, it offers the best summary I know of the richness of this framework and the use of it in a 1:1 learning relationship." - "International Journal of Mentoring and Coaching".Coaching and mentoring are now mainstream activities in organizations. This unique book focuses on the common ground between coaching and mentoring, offering nine key principles for effective practice. It answers questions asked not only by coaches and mentors but also by clients, including: How can I be an effective coach or mentor? How can I be an effective client? What are some useful tools and techniques? How can I train and develop as a coach or mentor? What are the ethical issues in coaching and mentoring? How is a coaching or mentoring culture developed at work? "Coaching and Mentoring at Work" is essential reading for coaches, mentors, clients, managers, leaders, healthcare professionals, clinicians, HR specialists, trainers, consultants and students. The book will help you to: improve your skills; use a tried and tested framework; enhance working relationships; learn from practical exercises; develop as a coach, mentor or client; and lead and manage effectively.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Dr Mary Connor Mary is an independent consultant working as a coach, mentor, trainer and supervisor. Until recently she was a Principal Lecturer in Individual and Organisation Development and Head of Programme for an MA in Leading Innovation and Change. For several years she has been involved in mentor development and research. She has an interest in ethical issues and is currently a member of the York Research Ethics Committee (NHS). She is also a member of the Research Governance Committee, in the Department of Health Sciences at the University of York. Julia Pokora Following an early career with BP and Exxon, Julia established an independent organisation and management development consultancy, and at that time was an Associate with Ashridge Teamworking Services. She now has 20 years' consultancy experience and has worked with private and public sector organisations. Recently, she has focused on leadership development for teams and individuals, and on developing mentoring and coaching capability in the Health Service. She holds an MSc Occupational Psychology and a Graduate Diploma in Counselling.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Open University Press
• Date d'édition: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0335221769
• ISBN 13: 9780335221769
• Reliure: Relié
• Langue: anglais
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 224
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible