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Book SynopsisPraise for Executive Coaching with Backbone and Heart In this book, O''Neill brings form and structure to the art of executive coaching. Novices are provided a path while seasoned practitioners will find affirmation.
Daryl R. Conner, CEO and president, ODR-USA, Inc.
Mary Beth O''Neill''s executive coaching gave me the tools and clarity to become a far more effective leader and change agent. The bottom line was that we succeeded with a monumental organizational turnaround that had seemed impossible to accomplish.
Eric Stevens, former CEO, Courage Center
O''Neill writes in a way that allows you to see this experienced coach in action. What a wonderful way to learn!
Geoff Bellman, consultant and author, The Consultant''s Calling
Mary Beth brings a keen business focus to coaching by not just contributing insights but through helping me and my team gain the insights that we need to solve our own p
Table of Contents
Preface xi
Acknowledgments xix
The Author xxi
Part One: Core Concepts: The Coach’s Stance 1
1. An Introduction to Executive Coaching 3
2. Developing a Strong Signature Presence 19
3. Systems Thinking: Understanding the Executive’s Challenges and the Coach’s Challenges 47
4. The Triangled Coach: Being Effective in the Middle 73
Part Two: Methodology: The Four Phases of Coaching 99
5. Phase 1—Contracting: Find a Way to Be a Partner 101
6. Phase 2—Planning: Keep the Ownership with the Client 153
7. Phase 3—Live-Action Coaching: Strike While the Iron Is Hot 175
8. Phase 4—Debriefing: Define a Learning Focus 203
9. An ROI Method for Executive Coaching: Have the Client Convince the Coach of the Return on Investment 225
Part Three: Special Applications 243
10. Making a Strategic Transition to the Role of Executive Coach 245
11. Helping Leaders Effectively Coach Employees 261
Afterword: Coaching for the Coach 285
Appendix A: The Core Activities and Outcomes of the Coaching Phases 287
Appendix B: Executive Coaching Skills Self-Assessment Survey 291
Appendix C: Questions for Clients 297
Appendix D: Combining Coaching and Consulting for Powerful Results 301
Notes 311
References 319
Index 321
