High-Performance Coaching for Managers A Step-by-Step Approach to Increase Employees' Performance and Productivity

"In a world that has become increasingly complex, organizations are looking to their managers to set higher standards of performance for their employees. William Rothwell and Behnam Bakhshandeh do a stellar job of explaining how to do this through performance coaching by describing what it is and how it can be used to achieve results. This book provides practical and research-based guidance on coaching employees regarding what they should do, how they should behave, and how best to measure success. This will be a great resource to any organization attempting to increase overall productivity and performance on the job".

-- Marsha G. King, PhD, Director, Leadership Coaching Certification Program; Center for Leadership and Organization Effectiveness; School of Management, University at Buffalo

"In today's world, there has been an unprecedented influx and demand for coaching, where self-proclaimed professional and personal coaches can be found in every other corner. Even without an official title most managers and leaders, need to play the role of coach to fully unleash their people's performance and potential. Whatever your role may be, many coaches lack a structured approach and practical tools to deliver effective coaching. High-Performance Coaching for Managers gives managers and coaches alike a unique practical step by step paradigm to unleashing high performance from their employees and is a must read for anyone looking to take their coaching to new heights."

-- Rani Salman, Managing Partner at Caliber Consulting

"I am excited for this book to be published and to be shared with the full spectrum of managers, clients, and talent development professionals. Rothwell and Bakhshandeh focus on a very specific use of performance coaching, and I believe the profession will benefit and come to understand a facet of coaching in a much more concrete way".

-- Ethan S. Sanders, President and CEO, Sundial Learning Systems, Inc.

"If you think of someone you've worked with or for that you consider to be a great leader, they were also likely a great coach. Great leaders are great coaches. High-Performance Coaching for Managers provides a comprehensive and practical approach to building a culture of coaching in order to unleash the full potential of today's workforce."

-- Steve King, VP, Chief Learning & Talent Officer, Rich Products Corporation

"As a person who operates in the various states of coaching outlined in this book, I found each chapter insightful and intuitive. The text will serve as an excellent fundamental foundation for new and experienced coaches. Rothwell and Bakhshandeh have provided a roadmap for those walking on the coaching path!"

-- Jamie Campbell, Assistant Dean, Diversity Enhancement Programs, Smeal College of Business: CEO, Action for Racial Equity Fellow