Technology offers coaches new horizons and a chance to connect with clients with new techniques. This book addresses these opportunities as well as the dilemmas and difficult questions that are part of the new landscape. What will happen when a big coaching platform is hacked? Will coaches ever be replaced by robots? Or perhaps, when will coaches be replaced by robots? As digital tools become increasingly enmeshed in our world, it is essential for coaches to use technology wisely, to build rapport and operate effectively. With the support of this book, coaches can use technology to enhance their practice and feel confident when working with clients. By breaking coaching technology down to its foundational principles, this book equips coaches to enrich their practice by proactively identifying its benefits, while protecting themselves and their clients from its threats. A coach reading this book will: •Unearth the truth behind the glossy veneer of technology, to discover what makes it work and why •Explore the capabilities of technology to disrupt coaching, and discover what to do to optimise its use •Develop an understanding of the sorts of technology available to enhance coaching practice at strategic and tactical levels •Experiment with futurology, constructing a plan to preserve the profession of coaching "The future lies in coach-AI partnerships — using the strengths of both to provide even better client support. This book is perfectly timed to support coaches in making the transition to such partnerships." David Clutterbuck, Special Ambassador, European Mentoring and Coaching Council "Sam has written a thoughtful and engaging book that will help coaches of any technical ability to navigate the digital world." Christine Bakewell, Board Member for Technology Thought Leadership UK ICF, IT Consultant and Leadership Coach "A must read if you are a coach or people leader that wants to explore what is possible when coaching with tech. It made me truly consider how technology could help democratise coaching. Eye opening stuff!" Liz Rochester, Director and Owner of Liz Rochester & Associates Ltd, Voluntary UK Chapter President for the International Coaching Federation 2021 "What the book does admirably is to provide an entertaining, enlightening, thought-provoking and practically useful overview of where we are with ‘coachtech’, and where we’re likely to go with it, should we be open to the possibilities it offers." James Bridgeman, Co-Editor, Coaching Perspectives magazine With a background in technology assurance, Sam Isaacson now leads Grant Thornton’s coaching services and is active with the coaching professional bodies. He has advised a range of organisations, from local charities through to global companies and government bodies. Sam led the introduction of the UK’s new Coaching Professional apprenticeship and is the first person to have coached a client in virtual reality.

This comprehensive practitioner guide supports coaches in developing their understanding of digital technologies and how to work in ever-changing digital environments, and shows coaches how to craft their own practices to take advantage of working online. The practice of coaching is undergoing significant change, with technology widely embedded and used in professional coaching services today. Coaching practitioners worldwide are adapting to digital environments, and a host of new technological tools have come into play, from the developments in virtual reality to AI-informed coaching, and from coaching bots to workplace apps. Edited by Jonathan Passmore, Sandra J. Diller, Sam Isaacson, and Maximilian Brantl, this third book in the acclaimed Coaches’ Handbook Series brings together internationally respected coaching experts and practitioners to share the most up-to-date know-how. The book takes you through key technical developments, the critical factors in making digital coaching successful, and how to build a coaching business using these technologies. The book also considers the impacts on the wider industry and concludes with a number of case studies of global coaching organisations and their experiences of using digital techniques, including CoachHub and EZRA. Aimed at coach practitioners, their supervisors, trainers, and student coaches on accreditation programmes or undertaking training for a certificate in coaching, this book showcases best practice, new ideas, and the science behind the digital revolution within coaching practice and the coaching industry.

This fourth edition provides the most comprehensive guide to the field of coaching, exploring a range of coaching theories and approaches, genres and settings and professional issues. It supports trainees and professionals to identify and develop a personal style of coaching. Each chapter includes discussion questions to facilitate reflection on the topic, further reading suggestions and case studies that help trainees make the crucial link between theory and practice. Its three parts cover: The theoretical traditions underpinning coaching such as cognitive-behavioural, gestalt and existential Contexts and genres such as life, executive, peer, team and career coaching Professional issues such as ethics, supervision, continuing professional development, standards and mental-health issues. This Fourth Edition comes with a new chapter on Diversity and Inclusion in Coaching, updated content throughout on cross-cultural coaching and updated Further Reading. A new online Teaching Guide provides chapter teaching and assessment suggestions, videos and further reading to help support trainees’ learning. Thousands of practitioners and trainees across a variety of professions have been helped by this distinctive handbook. From those working in health to education, from business and management to psychology, this unique handbook is an invaluable resource for any coaching career.

Do you ever doubt your coaching style is achieving the best results for your clients? Have you ever felt there’s room for growth, but you’re not sure how to achieve it? To create a more sustainable transformation in the people you coach, you need to start with your own mindset. As a coach, you know you can’t change what you do, unless you alter what you believe first. By shedding the ineffective scripts, trappings and beliefs that a lifetime of personal interactions, professional training and even your parents have taught you, you can reset your thinking to a beginner’s mentality and so begin a fulfilling and exciting journey to coaching mastery. In this fresh and highly effective field guide, Master Mentor Coach, Clare Norman gets into your head to help you pinpoint the attitudes that you need to unlearn and reframe. Through Clare’s rich experience, illuminating real-life stories, and practical guidance you can shift towards more useful thinking and powerful skillsets by: Spotting and changing your own restrictive coaching mindsets Understanding how marginal gains can lead to maximal outcomes Embracing replacement paradigms and new thought patterns Rediscovering what you love about coaching and its power to resource people It’s time to ditch the old beliefs that are holding you back, free your thinking and make the move from getting transactional results to being a transformational coach.

"I am" are two of the most powerful words in the English language. Whatever you attach to "I am" creates your reality. These words carry tremendous weight and influence over your thoughts, beliefs, and actions. Remember, the power of "I am" is in your hands. Choose to use it wisely and positively, and watch as it transforms your life. This book will help you to train your mind for the better use of "I AM" Team I AM

In this much-needed book, experts Emily L. Davis and Brad Currie draw on their extensive experience in coaching and instructional technology and provide concrete, research-based strategies to help coaches in their day-to-day role. Whether you’re beginning a coaching initiative or looking for practical insights on coaching in a variety of settings, including in groups and one-to-one, you’ll find the resources you need to overcome challenges and grow your coaching skills. Topics include: The basics of tech coaching How to clarify on the expectations and objectives of your role Tips for recruiting teachers to work with you Guiding educators in planning and implementing meaningful technology integration How to plan and facilitate effective team coaching Strategies to gather and share data to communicate the impact of your coaching work How to stay ahead of the curve and keep learning for the future Every chapter includes practical tools, templates, and illustrative vignettes from the field to help you ensure the success of your technology coaching initiative. Join the conversation! Discuss the book and your coaching questions on Twitter with the hashtag #TechRequestEDU.

**Business Book Awards 2024: Specialist Business Book of the Year** Ever come away from a coaching session feeling it didn’t quite hit the mark, despite your skills and knowledge? It’s not just the words we use, it’s the music, the lyrics and the dance of the conversation that make a difference to the quality of the outcome, and getting these right demands not just skill but humanity. Explore the human qualities that great coaches need to develop - humility, vulnerability, courage, and more - based on research from thousands of real coaching sessions, with stories, reflections, practical examples and tips on how to develop yourself and your work. This is a book for anyone who wants to deepen their work without adding more tools and techniques, and who is willing to do some deeper work in service of having more transformational conversations.

"A Guide to becoming a Digital Nomad" is a comprehensive and practical guide that serves as a roadmap for individuals looking to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle. The book delves into the intricacies of transitioning from a traditional work environment to a location-independent career, offering valuable insights, tips, and resources for aspiring digital nomads. Through meticulous research and analysis, readers will gain a deep understanding of the benefits and challenges associated with the digital nomad lifestyle. The book explores the growing trend of remote work, providing statistics and trends related to this lifestyle choice. Keyword research has been conducted to optimize readers' understanding of key concepts within the digital nomad community. By incorporating popular terms throughout the book, readers can enhance their visibility and knowledge in this field. The guide sets itself apart by offering unique perspectives, practical advice, and actionable steps for readers. Expert insights from professionals in remote work are integrated into the book, covering topics such as building a remote career, managing finances while traveling, maintaining work-life balance, and overcoming common challenges faced by digital nomads. Overall, "A Guide to becoming a Digital Nomad" aims to be an essential companion for anyone considering or already living the digital nomad lifestyle. It provides practical advice and inspiration to help navigate the exciting world of digital nomadism.

Develop the strategies and structure you need as an edtech coach to focus on the coaching, professional development and focused support that can lead to real change. K-12 schools worldwide are now evaluating how to better prepare for a disruption like the one caused by COVID-19. Schools were pushed into remote learning, and many were not prepared for such a jump. This is where The Edtech Coaching Primer comes in. This book illustrates how, with effective implementation, edtech coaching provides a training and support structure that can help schools transition from what was to what could be. The role of the edtech coach is often misunderstood, which can cause funding to be diverted and leads to these roles being cut or never created. It’s also not uncommon for those who fill these roles to be asked to perform tasks that pull them away from their most impactful work – supporting teachers and improving learning. This book proposes a model that’s both flexible in its implementation and clear in defining actionable steps so that the edtech coaching role has the greatest possible impact. The book: • Provides an understanding of what edtech coaches can and should be doing, showing how to build a structure that allows them time and space to support teacher growth. • Helps schools prepare to provide teachers better support in co-planning, co-teaching, modeling and coaching. • Provides a blueprint for the role of the edtech coach for district and school leaders, helping them understand how to advocate for these positions and focus the role to provide the most impact. • Features different practitioners providing their perspectives on topics like providing personalized support for teachers, helping coaches identify their professional learning goals and more. This book can be a catalyst for helping districts and schools develop a structure for edtech coaching to promote growth in digital teaching and learning.