Developing Coaching Leaders

According to CIPD research 88% of organisations expect their line managers to regularly coach their staff.  But frequently managers report that they lack the time, skills or confidence to do this. How can you ensure your managers have the ability, desire and confidence to use coaching skills in a way that benefits your business and the individuals in it?.

We have recently designed and run a highly successful modular "Coach the Coach" programme for leaders, which 75 leaders at a mix of levels have greatly benefited from within our client's organisation.  The impact has been just amazing!!

Contact us on + 44 (0) 1224 209988 or Email to find out more. Client testimonials available.

2008 Coaching Events in Aberdeen

Alison is Team Co-ordinator for the Aberdeen branch of the Association for Coaching. We have developed a strong reputation for interesting & engaging evenings, which attract around 60 participants. At our most recent event on 30th January 2008 on the topic of Positive Psychology. Professor Angus Skinner from the Centre for Confidence & Well Being gave a fascinating talk on this topic which has an impact on every person , community and organisation. Forthcoming events include 16th April 2008 - The Power of Appreciative Inquiry, with Mark Lough, and 11th June 2008 - Coaching Tools & Hot Topics, where we will interactively share tools, hot topics and expertise in coaching. These events are open to coaches and those with an interest in coaching. Email Alison to find out more, or register online using the AC link above.

Recent Feedback from Team Events

We have been fortunate to work with great teams and groups this year so far.  Some of your comments:

“The team day exceeded my wildest dreams.”

“An amazing day - and testament to your great facilitation skills”.  

“Today we have experienced the best and most communication between us all”. 

Thank you for inviting us to work with you.

The views section contains information on resources and websites that may be of interest to you. It is updated regularly, so please come back and visit us soon!

Websites & Newsletters:

Relax (choose a door leading to relaxation on this really helpful & well structured website.  Also, see books below - Mike George)

www.cipd.co.uk (New article on Coaching Supervision - Sept 06)

www.moretolife.org (More to Life Weekends run regularly in the UK and internationally. Powerful and simple tools to help you live a happy life.)

www.compass360.net (Providers of bespoke 360 degree feedback tools for individuals and teams.)

www.themindgym.com (Concise bites of learning hit your inbox monthly when you subscribe)

www.cipd.co.uk/coachingatwork (The CIPD’s new magazine and online resource. Get a free copy of the special launch issue.)

www.mike-wilkinson.com (If you like our team photos then contact Mike. As well as being extremely talented, he is a joy to work with!)

www.zincweb.co.uk (Mark Chinery worked with us to develop GAIN’s website. Bringing expertise and creativity to the table, he’ll focus on your needs with admirable patience!)

Books: (updated June 2007)

"The 7 AHA!s of Highly Enlighted Souls"

by Mike George, ISBN 1-903816-31-9 (7 key messages that bring wisdom to free yourself from stress.  Beautifully written and illustrated)

"Ask and it is Given" by Esther and Jerry Hicks ISBN 1-4019-0459-9 (Learn how to make your life better through positively creating your own future.  An inspiring book on the law of attraction)

"Loving What Is" by Byron Katie (Four simple questions that can change your life. Great book. DVDs also avaiable)

"Co-Active Coaching" by Laura Whitworth ISBN 0-89106-123-L (Thorough, practical, inspirational)

"Get Everything Done and Still Have Time for Play" by Mark Forster ISBN 0-340-74620-3 (We can’t manage time – only our attention. Best book we've read on time & task management.)

"Conquer your Stress” by Cary L Cooper & Stephen Palmer ISBN 0-85292-853-Xby Dr Stephen Palmer ISBN (Expand your knowledge of stress reactions and how to come out of the stress cycle)