A distinctive challenge has emerged in business and educational industries—how to navigate the intersections of life coaching, relational coaching, and leadership coaching. The surge in popularity of these coaching methods has significantly impacted the practices and philosophies of leaders across various sectors. As leaders increasingly incorporate coaching into their approaches, a critical need arises to comprehensively understand the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of these intersections. Critical Perspectives on the Intersections of Coaching and Leadership, addresses this challenge by showcasing the knowledge of experts engaged in this discourse, spanning the spectrum of academic and practical exploration.
The book examines the intersections of coaching and leadership, providing readers with an understanding through diverse perspectives. By critically analyzing these intersections, the book addresses pivotal questions. What role should coaching play in leadership? How can these intersections contribute to forging a more inclusive and fairer world? By addressing these questions directly, the book explores the challenges that emerge in these intersections and explains how coaching, within diverse leadership approaches, can be a transformative force. The aim is to offer valuable insights to scholars and practitioners in coaching and leadership fostering a deeper exploration of the symbiotic relationship between these dynamic fields.
Ideal for academics, practicing coaches, leaders, and those aspiring to adopt a coaching leadership style, this compilation promises to be a timely and relevant resource. Tailored for scholars and practitioners in coaching and leadership, this book delves into an array of topics surrounding the connection and intersections of coaching and leadership. From exploring critical perspectives to dissecting coaching leadership styles and examining the practical use of coaching in leadership, the book offers a comprehensive journey into the nuanced relationship between coaching and leadership. Scholars and practitioners engaged in coaching and leadership development, complex adaptive systems, and social change will find this book to be a valuable resource, providing critical perspectives that shape the understanding of these intersecting domains.