Review: A Quick Intro to the Coaching Profession
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 02 22, 2013
This book is probably a good starting-point if you're thinking about a career change, and coaching appeals to you. You'll get a rough overview of what coaching is about and some of the technical and practical considerations of starting a coaching practice. But I honestly can't imagine starting a practice with this as my *only* guide. It's simply too short and too "macro" to genuinely prepare anyone for such a big step. However, the author provides enough material to give you a feel for the coaching world and whether or not it's a good fit for you. And that could save you a lot of time and money.Just one odd note: The author downplays the importance of formal training programs and governing organizations... but has apparently developed his own version of both.