This text is an invaluable resource for novice and trainee coaches. Its accessible, step-by-step style acquaints you with the key skills needed to become a successful coach. It takes you from the 'how to', through to practicalities and challenges, and beyond to the continued development of your skills.

There is even more packed into the new edition, with:

• over 70 videos of real coaching; including two full length sessions for you to engage with


• a closer look at coaching processes and models to support your understanding


• new activities (including templates to download) to try with clients


• stories from practice to give context to the skills being discussed.

A world-wide success, this is a stimulating, inspiring and hugely practical book that you’ll come back to time and time again.