Book/Discussion Group 2011

The NAPO-NE Book/Discussion Group meets on the same night as the NAPO-New England monthly chapter meeting.  Each month we read and discuss a book/topic relevant to professional organizers and/or the clients we serve.  You do not have to read the book in order to attend the Book/Discussion Group, but an interest in the topic is helpful.  Your participation will increase the value of this members’ only benefit.  Come join us for a lively discussion, meet other organizers, and learn something new all at the same time.

Discussion usually begins at 6:00 pm, although we occasionally meet after the chapter meeting; check the schedule below for details.

Location:
Boston/Waltham Embassy Suites
550 Winter Street
Waltham, MA 02453

Directions

For questions, comments, or suggestions for future books, contact:

Pat Bernabei

617-332-7500

sortitout@comcast.net

December 12, 2011, 6:00 pm

Topic:  Organizer/Coach: How does Coaching fit in the world of Organizing?

Resources:

Websites:

Formed in 1995, today the ICF is the leading global organization, with over 18,000 members, dedicated to advancing the coaching profession by setting high professional standards, providing independent certification, and building a network of credentialed coaches. We exist to support and advance the coaching profession through programs and standards supported by our members and to be an authoritative source on coaching information and research for the public.

http://www.coachfederation.org/clients/hiring-tips/

Denslow Brown  http://organizercoach.com/

Coach Approach for Organizers™ www.CoachApproachforOrganizers.com Life and ADD Coach Training designed specifically for organizers, creating a unique synergy of both the organizing and coaching professions. Full training is designed to create competency in stand-alone coaching. Leads to the Certified Organizer Coach® credential

Coaching Skills Forum with Ben Dooley, PCC. The format of each call is facilitated discussion around one particular coaching topic. www.bedo.org/coaches/skills-calls  There are archived calls on a variety of coaching topics and you can listen for free.

Books on Coaching:

Co-Active Coaching, 2nd Edition: New Skills for Coaching People Toward Success in Work and, Lifeby Laura Whitworth, Karen Kimsey-House, Henry Kimsey-House, and Phillip Sandahl

The Mindful Coach: Seven Roles for Helping People Growand

Presence-Based Coaching both by Douglas K. Silsbee

Coaching: Evoking Excellence in Othersby James Flaherty

Appreciative Coaching: A Positive Process for Changeby Sara L. Orem, Jacqueline Binkert, Ann L. Clancy

Discussion Questions:

What was your favorite golden nugget from the resources?

Would you use coaching in your organizing business?

When and how would you use coaching?

Will you continue to explore coaching skills?