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This unique handbook, edited by Kymberly O. Akouris and Astrid E. Emond, studies the intersection of human and organizational development for coaches, highlighting transformative opportunities that can lead to positive changes in outlook and behavior. The authors put the discipline of coaching in the context of the range of challenges that individuals and organizations are facing in a time of rapid and unsettling change. Thoughtful coaches understand that transformation requires that we look both inside ourselves and outside to the greater world. Moving from scholarship to the practical application of the knowledge gained from this book, transformational coaching is not just about personal development but about the development of capacities that are going to be put at the service of the problems of our time. This book is a call to all coaches, teachers, and leaders to use the transformational power of coaching in the service of bettering individual life and bringing about enormous collective change in the world.

PRAISE FOR ‘TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING’

Transformational coaching: An evidence-based guide delivers on its promise. The authors argue that coaching can foster transformative dynamics in both the personal, organizational, societal and global challenges facing coaching faculty and students, practitioners, and clients. They challenge us to go beyond traditional coaching techniques and delve into the deeper, systemic issues and build resilience for the work of deep and lasting change. The reader will be transformed by this learning journey. Charline S. Russo, EdD, Senior Lecturer, Organizational Dynamics, University of Pennsylvania and Board Chair-President, Graduate School Alliance for Education in Coaching (GSAEC)

As we collectively and individually navigate seismic shifts and disorienting dilemmas in a time of rapid change, hyper-transformation, and opportunity, this inspiring book by coaches for coaches delivers deep wisdom, practical approaches, a breath of fresh air, and a timely reminder that at its core powerful coaching is a deeply human interaction. From coaching individuals, groups, or teams in a range of coaching contexts, the individual and collective voices of the authors deliver exciting, fresh ways to enable greater flexibility, healing, and transformation in coaching. Diane Bailey-Boulet, International Coaching Federation Associate Certified Coach

The Transformational Coaching handbook is a welcome and much-needed addition to the literature of the field. As noted in several chapters, “transformational” is a widely used and often misused term in coaching. This book firmly roots “transformation” in foundational theory and scholarship. The chapter on transformational coach education is especially relevant, offering an evidence-based perspective on the purposes and processes of coach education and development. For those involved in teaching, mentoring and supervising coaches, this chapter provides an evidence-based approach to truly transform practitioners. Francine Campone, Ed.D., MCC

A goal of coaching is to help people transform their lives; however, a goal of this book is to also transform the world. You will find innovative ideas to enable you to revolutionize your interactions and conversations. This comprehensive book includes the theory of transformative learning and the research behind it as well as numerous methods coaches and other helping professionals can use. Individuals seeking personal transformation will also benefit. People’s lives as well as the world will be better as a result of this book. Jenny Edwards, PhD, ACC, Author of Cognitive Coaching: A Synthesis of the Research

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