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Summary: New Paradigm For Werner Erhard's Est?
Review: Not a difficult book to read on the importance of coach's influence inside of organizations and their need for commitment and vision. Starting with a definition of what Hargrove terms a transformational coach and their responsibilities he uses quotes, examples, and case studies to demonstrate his ideas of an effective coach.At times the word coach could be translated to leader or leadership whether in a corporation, military, or other endeavor, however his predominate use of the word is that of mentor. He portrays this person as a master at working with others to create change, collaboration, action, and above all vision. His simple graphics and tables give a simple outline view of his major points making them very clear to the reader. The setup of this book makes it useful as an easy reference when the reader is looking for quick guidance and for later review. It is a book for anyone who plans to influence lives for change.
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Summary: Among the Best on Coaching for Extraordinary Results
Review: Robert Hargrove has done an exceptional job of clearly articulating and illustrating principles that have often been difficult to express in writing. Early in the text he links the ability to create truly extraordinary results with "personal transformation" and introduces the concept of "transformational learning." He does this by asking us to consider three learning loops: single loop learning (adding new skills-what normally passes for education), double loop learning (altering patterns of thinking/behavior), and triple loop learning (shifting context). Fully grasping the third loop and its potential impact is not trivial, and the capacity to operate at this level provides a coach, manager, or leader an access to "transformation" of who people are and what they perceive in a given situation. The results can be far beyond the predictable. I personally know of corporate programs based on the principles of this book that have generated millions through productivity gains in a span of a six months. This is NOT manipulation. Hargrove states in chapter 1, "it requires authentic communication" and again in chapter 4, "Any attempt to manipulate people will likely be detected and backfire." If you are accountable for producing results through others as a leader, manager, business owner, or little league coach, this book provides powerful material for helping them achieve performance far beyond what is predictable. For those already on the cutting edge of consulting in the distinctions of being, context, enrollment, and personal and organizational transformation, Hargrove's book offers yet more ways to express these ideas and produce the results that lead to effective action. The book also serves as a valuable text for individuals you wish to develop as coaches. For those new to these ideas, the book is an excellent introduction to the principles of being vs. doing, committed speaking and listening, integrity (as a distinction), and personal transformation.
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