We live in a world that is volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous, in which our work and lives are constantly disrupted and changing. But coaches and leaders are still trained to operate within stable models with a uni-focus on performance. Coaches are starting to question the remit of ‘raising performance’ within existing systems, many of which are outdated, dysfunctional and even toxic. The role of the coach today must evolve to become fit for purpose in challenging times and coachin...

This book examines two fundamental philosophical questions: Why do we do the things that we do? And how can we do things differently? A factory owner who encourages his employees to set their own salary, the sustainable production of cars, the revolutionary ideas of Nietzsche, Thomas Kuhn and Michel Serres - Benammar shows how creative ideas emerge when people dare to analyse and reframe their core beliefs. The world changes and we have to change with it. In this book, the technique of ref...

A prescriptive, commonsense approach to self-confidence and successWith his bestselling book, What's Stopping You, Robert Kelsey helped thousands of people conquer their fear of failure and unlock their full potential in life. Now Robert is applying his unique approach to the subject of confidence. According to Robert, it’s not something that can simply be injected into us through motivational exercises and positive thinking. What's Stopping You…Being ...

This is a book for managers who know that their organisations are stuck in a mindset that thrives on fashionable business theories that are no more than folk wisdom, and whose so-called strategies that are little more than banal wish lists.It puts forward the notion that the application of uncommon sense - thinking or acting differently from other organisations in a way that makes unusual sense - is the secret to competitive success. For those who want to succeed and stand out from...

Leadership for the Disillusioned is a true gem among the avalanche of books published each year on leadership. In a very different voice, Amanda Sinclair provides us with deep insights in her search for a different type of leader she truly liberates us from the shadow side of the leader within.'Professor Manfred Kets de Vries, Director, INSEAD Global Leadership CenterWe expect our leaders to be assertive, confident, in control. Can they, and we, live up to...

This clearly articulated statement offers a hopeful and workable approach to conflict—that eternally beleaguering human situation. John Paul Lederach is internationally recognized for his breakthrough thinking and action related to conflict on all levels—person-to-person, factions within communities, warring nations. He explores why "conflict transformation" is more appropriate than "conflict resolution" or "management." But he refuses to be drawn into impractica...

Discover a compendium of knowledge on the mentor – INFJ personality type! As you explore this book, you will find the answer to a number of crucial questions:* How do mentors think and what do they feel? How do they make decisions? How do they solve problems? What makes them anxious? What do they fear? What irritates them?* Which personality types are they happy to encounter on their road through life and which ones do they avoid? What kind of friends, life partners and pare...

Discover a compendium of knowledge on the strategist – INTJ personality type! As you explore this book, you will find the answer to a number of crucial questions:* How do strategists think and what do they feel? How do they make decisions? How do they solve problems? What makes them anxious? What do they fear? What irritates them?* Which personality types are they happy to encounter on their road through life and which ones do they avoid? What kind of friends, life partners ...

This new agenda for the managerial mind will change the way you think and do business.Eugene Sadler-Smith, a leading intuition researcher and educator in business and management, argues that human beings have one brain but two minds – analytical and intuitive. Management has overlooked the importance of intuition, and under-exploited the potential that the intuitive mind has to contribute in areas as diverse as decision making, creativity, team working, entrepreneu...

This book introduces ten tools to revolutionize how we work together - in teams, organizations, companies, and communities.If groups are how you get (or don't get) things done, you will find an abundance of insight, inspiration and practical suggestions here. The tools in this book will help you increase trust, unleash collective wisdom, and nurture the joyous ease of "many hands making light work".Each of the ten tools brings a unique perspective. Together they are a compr...

Discover a compendium of knowledge on the protector – ISFJ personality type! As you explore this book, you will find the answer to a number of crucial questions:* How do protectors think and what do they feel? How do they make decisions? How do they solve problems? What makes them anxious? What do they fear? What irritates them?* Which personality types are they happy to encounter on their road through life and which ones do they avoid? What kind of friends, life partners an...

Why do we need motivated employees? The answer is survival. All managers want to know the secret of how to motivate employees. They know this ensures not only survival in a changing world but also serious productivity and progress. Motivating employees is perhaps the single most important function of management. And it is not that simple. Many myths and traps exist about motivation. Increasing money can decrease motivation. Older workers have different motivational factors than younger wor...