This is a highly practical and condensed introduction to
solution-focused coaching, offering a simple and clear structure for
coaching sessions that is easy to learn. Content is illuminated through
exemplary dialogues from real coaching sessions and bullet-point
toolboxes for greater variety of choice. Narrative explanations create a
helpful framework for understanding the general idea of coaching and the
practicalities of the solution focused approach. Several illustrating
graphs and symbols give the book an easy to read, light touch. The book
targets beginners in coaching who are looking for simple guidance and
step-by-step ideas in their learning process.
Topics include: What is coaching? - Coaching--simple, concise and
effective - Overview: Major elements of the coaching conversation -
Contracting--before you start - Coaching agreement for the first
session - Preferred Future - Resources and forerunners of solutions -
Small steps and clues of upcoming progress - Session conclusion -
Follow-up sessions - Brief coaching of executives--three examples -
Beyond technique--continuous learning as a coach