Leadership & Coaching Resources

REVIEWS:
"This is an excellent book that plows new ground. The author is clearly knowledgeable and practiced."

"The author comes across as knowledgeable and concerned for the growth of the profession. She offers real practical examples of how we can tap into this tremendous resource and unleash the talents of individuals in the organization."

"Wonderful balance of theory and practice. The practical hints and overall framework will be helpful to anyone exploring this important field."

"The book is clear, passionate and tied to acceptable professional standards."

Leadership Coaching for Educators; Bringing Out the Best in School Administrators, was published by Corwin Press, September 2006.

Although targeted to school leaders, this book is equally useful for leaders in any field. This is a must-have handbook for anyone exploring coaching for themselves or their organization. Filled with the knowledge and skills you need for success as a coach. It is based on International Coach Federation's Professional Coaching Core Competencies. In it you will find:

• Rational for leadership coaching as an essential strategy for continuous improvement of administrators
• Coaching mindsets and skill sets
• Explanation of Professional Coaching Core Competencies
• Strategies to break through resistance
• The POWERful Coaching Framework™
• Tools & Templates
• Much more

ARTICLE:
Coaching for Leadership, by Karla Reiss, published by Association of California School Administrators, January 2004