Executive coaching with backbone and heart a systems approach to engaging leaders with their challenges - O'Neill, Mary Beth (Jossey-Bass, 2007)
Includes bibliographical references (p. 319-320) and index
An introduction to executive coaching -- Developing a strong signature presence -- Systems thinking : understanding the executive's challenges and the coach's challenges -- The triangled coach : being effective in the middle -- Phase 1--contracting : find a way to be a partner -- Phase 2--planning : keep the ownership with the client -- Phase 3--live-action coaching : strike while the iron is hot -- Phase 4--debriefing : define a learning focus -- An ROI method for executive coaching : have the client convince the coach of the return on investment -- Making a strategic transition to the role of executive coach -- Helping leaders effectively coach employees
Mary Beth O'Neill's first edition of this groundbreaking book helped define the field of executive coaching. In this thoroughly revised edition, she outlines her dynamic approach to coaching leaders, developed over a 20-year career