Appreciative Coaching: A Positive Process for Change

by Sara L. Orem, Jacqueline Binkert, Ann L. Clancy

Overview

Appreciative Coaching describes an approach to coaching that is rooted in Appreciative Inquiry. At its core the Appreciative Coaching method shows individuals how to tap into (or rediscover) their own sense of wonder and excitement about their present life and future possibilities. Rather than focusing on individuals in limited or problem-oriented ways, Appreciate Coaching guides clients through four stages—Discovery, Dream, Design, and Destiny—that inspire them to an appreciative and empowering view of themselves and their future.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781118047132
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	01/13/2011
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	272
Sales rank:	899,042
File size:	766 KB

About the Author

The Authors

SARA L. OREM is adjunct professor of management in the graduate programs at Capella University and principal of Lotus Coaching. She has presented programs in Appreciative Inquiry at OD Network and the Transformative Learning Conference.
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JACQUELINE BINKERT is an executive coach and organization development consultant with extensive experience supporting leaders and other professionals to create positive change. She works in such industries as manufacturing, service, finance, and healthcare.
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ANN L. CLANCY specializes in executive coaching, strategic planning, and organizational change, using positive methodologies to create positive change. Her clients include corporations, government agencies, community organizations, and small business.
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Table of Contents

Foreword (Frank J. Barrett).

Acknowledgments.

Introduction.

The Authors.

1. An Overview of Appreciative Coaching.

2. Positive Methods.

3. The Foundation of Appreciative Coaching—Part I: The Constructionist Principle and the Positive Principle.

4. The Foundation of Appreciative Coaching—Part II: The Simultaneity Principle, the Poetic Principle, and the Anticipatory Principle.

5. The Appreciative Coaching Process: Getting Started.

6. Discovery Stage: Reflecting and Celebrating.

7. Dream Stage: Articulating Potential.

8. Design Stage: Directing Attention and Action.

9. Destiny Stage: Being and Becoming.

10. Stepping into Appreciative Coaching.

A Glossary of Terms.

Appendix A: Our Research Methodology.

Appendix B: Client Information Form.

Appendix C: Coaching Prep Form.

Notes.

References.

Index.