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Praise for previous editions:
"As interest in coaching grows, I think Flaherty's book will come to stand out as a definitive work."
Peter M. Senge, Director of the Center for Organizational Learning, MIT Sloan School of Management and author of The Fifth Discipline: The art and practice of the learning organization
"As the field of coaching finds its way to becoming a mature discipline, James Flaherty's dedicated field research, study, and sound articulation offers a definitive ground and a sensibility of genuine care. At the core this book offers a way of thinking about human beings that makes action and practice central to learning. This is a no-nonsense, generous, pragmatic book that belongs on the shelf every coach, novice or veteran."
Richard Strozzi-Heckler, Ph.D., Founder of Somatic Coaching and author of The Anatomy of Change and Holding The Center
"In Ancient Rome, Mark Anthony approached Julius Caesar and posed a question about the Patrician Guards who patrolled and kept the city safe. His compelling question was 'Ipso custodies custodiet?' - 'Who guards the guards?'. It was an incisive query that might well be asked today of the scope and license that coaches have with their clients. James Flaherty asks that question of us as coaches in a unique and inescapable way. As a master coach and teacher of coaches James Flaherty provides an irreplaceable role - a vital pilot light on the limitless directions that coaches might consider taking. His book frames deep questions about how humans operate across a series of interconnected domains such as the mind, body and emotions, which will give both new and experienced coaches pause to reflect. He frames crisp distinctions about the coaching process which will generate new perspectives on the role of the coach. He leaves a trail of deeply researched threads that the reader can explore after reading to deepen their knowledge and understanding. All of this is done in a crisp and quietly elegant dialogue which makes you believe he is present as you are inspired to explore, with profound curiosity, your own beliefs on what we are as human beings and how we should show up as coaches. As you read and digest his coaching metaphors, analogies and questions there are inexplicable possibilities that crystallize, fresh insights that emerge and a renewed commitment to explore oneself and the coaching we strive to master."
Craig O'Flaherty, Director, Centre for Coaching, Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town, South Africa
"This extraordinary book clearly represents James Flaherty's ability to insightfully enable the self-generating and self-correcting capacities of his clients. His clarity and candor engage the reader to more deeply examine the opportunities to live a more integrated and holistic life."
Michele Goins, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Imaging and Printing Group, Hewlett-Packard Company
"James Flaherty focuses on the commonly overlooked fact that a coachee is a "human-being." He effectively emphasizes that this is the most important aspect that a coach should always have in mind, something that many of us tend to forget. It was this tact that he applies toward coaching, as well as many other brilliant insights, that helped me make the decision to publish Coaching in Japanese and apply its lessons in my practice."
Mamoru Itoh, President, Coach21 Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan
"In Coaching: Evoking Excellence in Others, James Flaherty brilliantly dissects both the art and science of coaching - one of the more difficult and least understood roles in organizations. Beginning with theories, concepts and models he shows their application to practice and empowers any aspiring coach to be more effective in helping people achieve their goals. A better book on this subject just doesn't exist."
Jerry I Porras, Lane Professor of Organizational Behavior and Change Emeritus, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University and Co-Author, Built to Last
"As interest in coaching grows, I think Flaherty's book will come to stand out as a definitive work."
Peter M. Senge, Director of the Center for Organizational Learning, MIT Sloan School of Management and author of The Fifth Discipline: The art and practice of the learning organization
"As the field of coaching finds its way to becoming a mature discipline, James Flaherty's dedicated field research, study, and sound articulation offers a definitive ground and a sensibility of genuine care. At the core this book offers a way of thinking about human beings that makes action and practice central to learning. This is a no-nonsense, generous, pragmatic book that belongs on the shelf every coach, novice or veteran."
Richard Strozzi-Heckler, Ph.D., Founder of Somatic Coaching and author of The Anatomy of Change and Holding The Center
"In Ancient Rome, Mark Anthony approached Julius Caesar and posed a question about the Patrician Guards who patrolled and kept the city safe. His compelling question was 'Ipso custodies custodiet?' - 'Who guards the guards?'. It was an incisive query that might well be asked today of the scope and license that coaches have with their clients. James Flaherty asks that question of us as coaches in a unique and inescapable way. As a master coach and teacher of coaches James Flaherty provides an irreplaceable role - a vital pilot light on the limitless directions that coaches might consider taking. His book frames deep questions about how humans operate across a series of interconnected domains such as the mind, body and emotions, which will give both new and experienced coaches pause to reflect. He frames crisp distinctions about the coaching process which will generate new perspectives on the role of the coach. He leaves a trail of deeply researched threads that the reader can explore after reading to deepen their knowledge and understanding. All of this is done in a crisp and quietly elegant dialogue which makes you believe he is present as you are inspired to explore, with profound curiosity, your own beliefs on what we are as human beings and how we should show up as coaches. As you read and digest his coaching metaphors, analogies and questions there are inexplicable possibilities that crystallize, fresh insights that emerge and a renewed commitment to explore oneself and the coaching we strive to master."
Craig O'Flaherty, Director, Centre for Coaching, Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town, South Africa
"This extraordinary book clearly represents James Flaherty's ability to insightfully enable the self-generating and self-correcting capacities of his clients. His clarity and candor engage the reader to more deeply examine the opportunities to live a more integrated and holistic life."
Michele Goins, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Imaging and Printing Group, Hewlett-Packard Company
"James Flaherty focuses on the commonly overlooked fact that a coachee is a "human-being." He effectively emphasizes that this is the most important aspect that a coach should always have in mind, something that many of us tend to forget. It was this tact that he applies toward coaching, as well as many other brilliant insights, that helped me make the decision to publish Coaching in Japanese and apply its lessons in my practice."
Mamoru Itoh, President, Coach21 Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan
"In Coaching: Evoking Excellence in Others, James Flaherty brilliantly dissects both the art and science of coaching - one of the more difficult and least understood roles in organizations. Beginning with theories, concepts and models he shows their application to practice and empowers any aspiring coach to be more effective in helping people achieve their goals. A better book on this subject just doesn't exist."
Jerry I Porras, Lane Professor of Organizational Behavior and Change Emeritus, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University and Co-Author, Built to Last
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Coaching: Evoking Excellence in Others is an insightful, thought-provoking guide that dissects the art and science of coaching.
Beginning with theories, concepts and models, the book moves on to consider rigorous methods of practice and self-observation in a relationship of mutual trust, respect and freedom of expression. It will probe you to rethink how you relate to your clients and your staff, how you produce long-term excellent performance in yourself and how you can become more effective in helping others to achieve their goals
This third edition includes a new chapter on communication and a new central case study that runs throughout the book to illustrate the impact of the themes and concepts discussed in the book.
Coaching, 3rd edition is a rich learning resource guide for new and experienced coaches who want to challenge their methods of partnering with clients. It is also an inspiring guide for training managers and leaders, human resource development managers and general managers who want to develop their teams.
* New edition of a coaching classic-let James Flaherty guide you through the principles and practice of helping others to achieve their goals
* Theoretically rigorous, thought-provoking and practical-dissects the art and science of coaching and offers clear structures for implementing effective self-improvement and personnel development programs
* Revised and updated to include new material on the latest approaches, with a new chapter on communication and a new central case study running throughout the book
Beginning with theories, concepts and models, the book moves on to consider rigorous methods of practice and self-observation in a relationship of mutual trust, respect and freedom of expression. It will probe you to rethink how you relate to your clients and your staff, how you produce long-term excellent performance in yourself and how you can become more effective in helping others to achieve their goals
This third edition includes a new chapter on communication and a new central case study that runs throughout the book to illustrate the impact of the themes and concepts discussed in the book.
Coaching, 3rd edition is a rich learning resource guide for new and experienced coaches who want to challenge their methods of partnering with clients. It is also an inspiring guide for training managers and leaders, human resource development managers and general managers who want to develop their teams.
* New edition of a coaching classic-let James Flaherty guide you through the principles and practice of helping others to achieve their goals
* Theoretically rigorous, thought-provoking and practical-dissects the art and science of coaching and offers clear structures for implementing effective self-improvement and personnel development programs
* Revised and updated to include new material on the latest approaches, with a new chapter on communication and a new central case study running throughout the book
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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book offers a more intellectual look at coaching than most. An interesting mix of philosophy, psychology and business, he has produced an excellent and unpatronising handbook for executive coaches of all levels. I will certainly be integrating a lot of his ideas into my coaching models.
20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am amazed at the strength of Flaherty's first effort. The well-designed exercises he presents are amazingly effective, and Flaherty's understanding of human behavior is eminently practical. A must-read for any coaching practitioner or anyone who wants a deeper understanding of how to make changes in his/her own life or the lives of others.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book stands out as different from most of those aimed at coaches. It is much more reflective and intellectually challenging than most, and is a welcome contribution to the field. Focusing on what the true role of a coach is, and what a coach's approach to their work should be, Flaherty offers challenging and valuable insights that will be useful for all coaches who want to reflect on what they do.
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If you read just one book on coaching...
...this is the best. Flaherty's examination of the philosophical and ethical principles underlying the growing field of personal and business coaching is serious and inspiring. Read more
Published on 30 Jan 2008 by Eric May
Useful insights
Easy to read, Flaherty's book includes some useful insights, models and exercises. Excellent lists of suggested reading.
Published on 1 Jan 2002
Insightful
Great book on coaching; I do miss seeing the other components of leadership that flow into this process. Read more
Published on 22 July 1999
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