Art of Dialogue in Coaching

<p><strong>Henley Business School's Coaching Book of the Year 2019!</strong></p><p>In <i>The Art of Dialogue in Coaching</i> Reinhard Stelter invites readers to engage in transformative and fruitful dialogues in everyday working life and provides the theory and tools for them to be able to do so.</p><p>Presented in three parts the book provides a complete overview of the importance of dialogue and how it can be utilised. Part I Theoretical basis examines third-generation coaching as a collaborative dialogue form the societal context of the coaching process and the concept of identity in modern society. Part II Basic themes of fruitful dialogue examines meaning-making value and the narrative perspective and their significance in creating a new dialogue culture. Finally Part III Reflections on dialogue practice explores the art of being a supporting dialogue guide drawing on a number of theoretical perspectives and focusing on developing relational competencies. Stelter emphasises that taking the time to linger opens new possibilities for fundamental self-insight and clearly explains how dialogue provides us with a framework for acting in the world with personal integrity. </p><p>The Art of Dialogue in Coaching will be an essential guide for coaches in practice and in training coaching psychologists and professionals with a coaching role including mentors consultants and leaders. In particular it will appeal to those looking to conduct dialogue as an art form enhancing their work as a co-creative and collaborative guide. </p>