External Resources for Empowerment and Growth
Expand your understanding and skills with this carefully curated selection of external resources. These TED Talks and books have been chosen to complement and enhance the principles and practices you will encounter in the coaching sessions. Delve into these insightful resources to deepen your knowledge in emotional intelligence, mindfulness, leadership, and more.
TED Talks for Inspiration and Insight
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Simon Sinek – "Start With Why": Explore the importance of understanding your 'why', which is foundational for effective leadership and personal motivation.
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Brené Brown – "The Power of Vulnerability": Brown delves into vulnerability, connection, and courage, emphasizing their significance in coaching and leadership.
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Dan Pink – "The Puzzle of Motivation": A thought-provoking talk challenging traditional notions of motivation in the workplace, focusing on intrinsic drivers.
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Shawn Achor – "The Happy Secret to Better Work": Achor discusses how positivity and happiness can significantly enhance work performance and personal well-being.
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Amy Cuddy – "Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are": Discover how body language affects how others perceive us and how we perceive ourselves.
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Susan Cain – "The Power of Introverts": Cain highlights the strengths and potential of introverts in a world that often values extroversion.
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Tony Robbins – "Why We Do What We Do": Robbins examines the invisible forces that drive our actions, essential for understanding coaching dynamics.
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Angela Lee Duckworth – "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance": Uncover how 'grit' can be a more significant predictor of success than talent.
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Carol Dweck – "The Power of Believing That You Can Improve": Learn about the 'growth mindset' and how our perception of intelligence and abilities impacts success.
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Martin Seligman – "The New Era of Positive Psychology": Seligman discusses research on happiness, well-being, and fulfillment.
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Liz Wiseman – "Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter": Strategies for leaders to amplify the intelligence and capabilities of their teams.
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Adam Grant – "Are You a Giver or a Taker?": Explore different interaction styles in the workplace and their impact on personal and professional success.
Books to Transform Your Thinking and Practices
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"Coaching for Performance" by John Whitmore: Essential reading for foundational coaching techniques and principles.
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"The Coaching Habit" by Michael Bungay Stanier: Insights into forming effective and impactful coaching habits.
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"Co-Active Coaching" by Henry Kimsey-House, et al.: An in-depth exploration of core coaching principles and practices.
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"The Henka Effect: How Coaching is Transforming Leadership and Organisations" by Rachel Treece: A compelling exploration of the Henka coaching methodology and its transformative impact on leadership and organisational change.
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"The Inner Game of Tennis" by Timothy Gallwey: Insights into the psychological aspects of coaching, applicable beyond sports.
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"Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman: A foundational text on the role of emotional intelligence in personal and professional settings.
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"Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" by Carol S. Dweck: An exploration of fixed vs. growth mindsets and their impact on success.
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"Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" by Daniel H. Pink: Rethinking what motivates us at work and in life.
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"The Happiness Advantage" by Shawn Achor: Understanding how happiness significantly affects work outcomes and personal life.
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"Delivering Happiness" by Tony Hsieh: A real-life case study of happiness in the workplace.
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"First, Break All the Rules" by Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman: Insights into management and creating strong workplace culture.
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"Work Rules!" by Laszlo Bock: Lessons from Google’s innovative HR practices.
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"The Joy of Work" by Bruce Daisley: Practical advice on improving work culture and environment.
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"The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni: Understanding team dynamics and leadership.
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"Mindful Work" by David Gelles: Exploring the impact of mindfulness in the workplace.
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"Flourish" by Martin Seligman: A vision of positive psychology in personal and professional well-being.
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"The Culture Code" by Daniel Coyle: How groups succeed in creating strong cultures.
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"Dare to Lead" by Brené Brown: Integrating courage and vulnerability into leadership.
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"StrengthsFinder 2.0" by Tom Rath: A guide to understanding and leveraging individual strengths.
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"The Art of Possibility" by Benjamin Zander and Rosamund Stone Zander: Inspirational insights on creating opportunities and possibilities.
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"The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma" by Bessel van der Kolk: Insights into resilience and dealing with stress/trauma.
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"Thinking, Fast and Slow" by Daniel Kahneman: A deep dive into decision-making and thought processes.
These resources serve as a bridge between our coaching sessions and your continuous learning journey. They are tools to inspire, challenge, and guide you in your path to personal and professional excellence.
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