You're building a coaching library. What resources should you add to get the most out of your investment?

En tant que consultante en bilan de compétences, ma mission consiste à accompagner des personnes à définir un projet professionnel en prenant en compte la vie globale de la personne. Nous passons par différentes étapes mais la plus importe est celle de l'introspection selon moi. Il est ultra primordial de se conna?tre afin de savoir où l'on va. Suite à l'inspection, nous faisons une exploration des champs des possibles... Pour finir, place à la révélation !

Avant toute chose, il me parait utile de bien définir se cible professionnelle. C'est un exercice exigeant car il est contre-intuitif de passer à l’entonnoir l'ensemble de nos idées pour ne retenir au final que l'essentiel de ce qui fait notre spécificité de coach. Ensuite, il est possible d'identifier les ressources qu'il convient d'ajouter à sa bibliothèque pour gagner en pertinence et continuer se propre formation.

Much depends on the context in which you as a coach are working. For example, when team coaching or working with leaders who build teams, I often reference: 'The Wisdom of Teams' by Katzenbach and Smith. For a practical approach, 'Coaching the Team at Work' by David Clutterbuck has everything. For resilience, I like Brene Brown's work, also Susan Khan and for thinking outside the box, Matthew Syed's books 'Black Box Thinking' and in particular 'Rebel Ideas'. These are not classic 'coaching books', they expand one's horizons and development as leaders. 'Leadership' by Jonathan Bowman-Perks is a slim volume full of inspirational thoughts. Truthfully I could have named another 20 or so, but as others have said, no need to clutter the walls.

This is the hardest part as you need to be strict with yourself. Try to narrow down as much as you can. I think that if you sit with more then two main topics, you need to get the number down. Be ruthless with yourself so that your future clients have no doubt on what you are offering to them!

En tant que coach de dirigeants, je considère essentiel de constituer une bibliothèque variée d'exercices de réflexion approfondie. Ces exercices visent à explorer comment le dirigeant prend ses décisions, en mettant en lumière la complexité des influences rationnelles et émotionnelles qui entrent en jeu. L'analyse de cette dynamique permet ensuite d'introduire des connaissances spécifiques, tels que la Théorie Polyvagale (TPV), pour approfondir la compréhension du mode de fonctionnement du dirigeant. Ces outils offrent une perspective approfondie sur la manière dont le corps, le système nerveux, les émotions, le mental interagissent, influen?ant ainsi les réactions et les choix stratégiques.

In my years in coaching and consulting what I have learned is that the only way to scale your consulting business is by selecting the few clients that really need and understand the value you are providing and can pay your fees without fuzz.

A case conceptualization is a process and cognitive map for understanding and explaining a client's presenting issues. A good case conceptualization requires a good understanding of the psychology theories, coaching methods and models - which requires remaining up to date on the evidence and research. A good coach should be continually trying to remain across the research and challenging perspectives

100%! Less is more. Can’t agree more on this. Coaching for Performance" by Sir John Whitmore is widely regarded as an effective coaching book. It provides valuable insights into coaching principles, communication skills, and strategies for unlocking potential. Another notable recommendation is "The Coaching Habit" by Michael Bungay Stanier, offering practical techniques to become a more effective coach in various aspects of life. Some key takeaways from "The Coaching Habit": - focusing on asking more and telling less - using open-ended questions - encouraging self-discovery in individuals

Quality always trump quantity, so make sure to provide quality content with actionable steps. A step process is always a good idea, so you can track where the client is. Also, understanding the values of your prospect and how they learn will be most important. Every person has a 4 part personality code which needs to be revealed so you can coach each person effectively. The values based assessment will let you know what your client values most, how they behave under stress and also how they can communicate more effectively. It's important to know that each person will judge you according to their values not yours, which is why its so important to understand why they buy in to you and your coaching program.

Encourage coaches to curate a diverse collection of resources tailored to their niche. Advise them to prioritize peer recommendations and reputable sources for credibility. Additionally, emphasize the importance of staying current with industry trends through continuous learning and professional development. By investing in top-notch resources, coaches can enhance their expertise and deliver greater value to clients.

This topic is my lifelong passion. The practical tools that support the theory. The "how" to the "what" and "why". Out of survival 29 years ago when sent to "solve problems" in our subsidiaries without training or tools, I started developing my own tools. Now, after having my company for 20 years and the tools all digitized, I bring a new generation of "how" tools to organizations, consultants, and coaches. 28 frameworks that help overcome the most common and recurring challenges at the org, department, and employee levels. Unlimited, lifetime use after being trained on a framework. To me, building a library means having a variety of tools so the experience given to each client can be adjusted as needed. Conversation Frameworks.

Here again, academic articles are worth of gold. You'll often get both if you keep on reading. They are based on data, real life or reconstructed tests. If you investigate further any interesting theories, you'll find applications in real life situations.

Encourage coaches to seek resources that offer actionable insights and hands-on exercises to reinforce learning. Suggest integrating case studies or simulations to apply theoretical concepts in practical contexts. Additionally, advise coaches to engage in peer learning and reflection to bridge theory with real-world experiences. By combining diverse resources, coaches can cultivate a holistic skill set and effectively address the complexities of coaching scenarios.

Creating a well-rounded coaching library, I've always aimed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical tools. My selection includes foundational texts for deep conceptual understanding, complemented by resources rich in real-world applications and exercises. This diverse collection enables me to provide comprehensive guidance, blending strategic insights with actionable techniques. By integrating both theory and practice, my library becomes a versatile resource, enhancing the effectiveness of my coaching approach to meet a variety of client needs.

When we talk about coaching means we need to deliver the actual and factual things to other in 90% cases theory is failure because of conflicts and practical we do ourselves while we perform So there must be practical knowledge in the coaching library specially experience based

Don't reinvent the wheel. While there is a benefit of creating some of the resources you use, it is not worth it for all. There are a lot of resources designed for different learning styles available that have already been tested for effectiveness. Use these for your continued growth and for shared resources with clients. Combine free and paid resources to fill your library with all of the things you need to be successful.

People have multiple learning styles and the more they interact with your content in other formats whether it’s via audio, video & text etc. the more deeply they can understand how to implement what they’ve learned by playing around with it in their minds in different ways and creating new meanings and connections between the concepts you teach them. This will make it easier to memorise, recall and review to use everyday and make it part of their routines and create systems for. “You fall to the level of your systems” therefore by empowering them with multiple ways to internalise your methods you help them upgrade their approach to systematically addressing their problems.

I have used every kind of format. From national tv and radio and books to podcast and social media. It doesn’t not matter what you use if the message is strong enough. Nevertheless, mind that if you use the video format, it is easier to connect with your audience.

Encourage coaches to explore interactive formats like workshops or webinars for hands-on learning. Additionally, suggest leveraging online communities for peer support and networking. Emphasize the importance of aligning format choices with learning preferences and objectives. Furthermore, advise coaches to stay adaptable and open to experimenting with new formats to keep learning engaging and dynamic. By embracing diverse formats, coaches can maximize knowledge acquisition and skill development.

It's important to keep in mind how people learn. Some don't care aesthetically, "just give me the info." Others appreciate visual interest and cohesion. Still others can apply information better if they can blend different modes of delivery. Remember that your style of learning is generally not the same as others. So a varied format of your niche offering will attract a wider audience. Learning is about the learner. Be deliberate in what you provide and deliver it regularly in varied format--even if it's the same material essentially. We retain information better if we see it in different ways--especially through stories!

People change, society change. What used to be relevant for 20 years in the 70s, nowadays is relevant for only 3 to 5 years. Make sure you are up to date in order to maximize efficiency for your clients.

A well-curated coaching library, updated regularly with diverse resources, ensures a rich source of knowledge and inspiration for coaches, enhancing their effectiveness and adaptability in the dynamic field of coaching.

Quality over quantity, keep it simple, and easy to use. Create your own frameworks, resources; try and test them, get feedback and evolve. Understand your clients and how they like to consume information - what platforms (audio / visual). Have a mixture of your videos, workbooks and outside reading / podcasts. Don’t overwhelm and make consuming achievable and enjoyable.

Make sure with every new year and new season you have some way of making relevant content to the changing season. This is to help with your clients goal setting and the changing world around them so that it sets their mind up to align with and be in sync with quarterly and yearly goals of the people around them. This will help them to create the big solutions they’ll need to work collaboratively with others to get and make life changing impact with.

Encourage coaches to conduct regular audits to remove outdated or irrelevant resources. Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies to stay ahead. Additionally, foster a culture of curiosity and lifelong learning by exploring new resources regularly. Prioritize quality over quantity to maintain a focused and effective library. By staying proactive in updating their library, coaches can ensure ongoing growth and relevance in their coaching practice.

Understanding and developing the self is a foundational piece of the journey. Coaches using tools like the @Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile (EMP) can help their clients gain insight and actionable steps.

Think about including resources on soft skills, like emotional intelligence, communication, and leadership. Books like "Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman can be invaluable and apply to most types of coaching. Also, consider adding resources on wellness, time management and work-life balance, as these are increasingly important in the business world. Focusing on the holistic development of my clients, not just their business skills, has significantly enhanced their overall success and satisfaction.

I'd go back to the ancient philosophers in my reading, and rediscover the teachings of say the Greeks, or the ancient Chinese - the ones, who weren't influenced by computers or indeed by money. Rumi still has such wonderful truths to convey. These often go out of fashion and sometimes we lose real wisdom for humanity that way, but fundamental truths about humans never actually date. After all, people are still people.

In my opinion, business, entrepreneur and sales coaching are unique. Clients involved in business building are akin to athletes in extreme sports - their work is highly demanding, stressful and lonely. Coaches with relevant insights and experiences from the trenches are better able to help clients navigate their challenges - both mentally and at work. Hence, the library of such coaches needs to be more holistic, i.e. including material resources as well as network of human experts. Such holistic resource will then offer insights into both business and personal development, including navigating trajectories of success and failure; developing relationships with self and others; cultivating emotional and mental wellbeing under extreme stress.

Build a solid business coaching library with diverse resources: classics like "The Lean Startup," insightful podcasts like "How I Built This," online courses on platforms like Coursera, webinars from industry experts, subscriptions to business magazines, attendance at networking events, and virtual coaching sessions via platforms like BetterUp. This mix ensures a well-rounded resource base for continuous learning, strategic insights, and practical knowledge to foster business growth.