Clean Approaches for Coaches: How to Create the Conditions for Change Using Clean Language and Symbolic Modelling - Softcover

Marian Way

Softcover

ISBN 10: 095748660X ISBN 13: 9780957486607

Publisher: Clean Publishing, 2013

Synopsis

Clean Approaches for Coaches is about creating the conditions for change within a coaching session, quite naturally and without giving advice, making suggestions, or interpreting your clients' needs. It answers a question many new coaches have: OK I get that it is the client who does the work and that I have to keep my opinions to myself - but how do I do that? The answer is to use Clean Language, devised by clinical psychologist David Grove, which encourages you to focus on the language your clients use to express themselves, and to draw their attention to that language, to develop and expand their thinking around particular words and phrases, so they gain the clarity and insights they need to move forward. The book draws on the work of Penny Tompkins and James Lawley to explain how you can uncover the metaphors at the heart of a person's language, and to discover the wisdom within those metaphors. Throughout the book, there are plentiful examples, diagrams and case studies to aid your learning. Written in a clear and engaging style, with quirky illustrations created by the author, this is not just a how-to book. It is also a story book and a reference book. And whether you are a new or experienced coach, and whether you are new to Clean Language or a veteran, this is a must-have book.

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Review:

If you are new to Clean Language, this beautifully organised and thoroughly user-friendly guide will take you by the hand and lead you through the initial strangeness of asking - and answering - Clean questions, and then through each important stage of working more cleanly with clients, including a very reassuring section on what to do when none of it seems to work. More experienced practitioners will appreciate the way each aspect of Clean is discussed in the light of current research and the way the often fascinating case-study transcripts are presented in bite-sized colour coded chunks with zippy illustrations and very helpful question-by-question commentary. One reason why this book works so well is because Marian Way spent five years figuring out how to present both the fundamentals and the fiddly bits of Clean in a way that follows the inner dynamic of an actual Clean session. Her great ability to present the convolutions of each client's inner landscape clearly and coherently will make this book an essential addition to your Clean library. --Nick Pole

This book is worth its weight in gold! Packed full of clear, useful diagrams and case studies, this is a must-read for anyone wanting to work with Clean Language. Combining the principles and theory with practical application in an effortless blend, it has enabled me to deepen my existing knowledge of Clean Language and has provided the clarification and additional explanation I was searching for. I will continue to use this wonderful resource regularly both for my client work and in everyday life. --Lisa Sturge

Clean Approaches for Coaches is an essential handbook for coaches, counselors, managers, teachers, parents - for all who influence and lead others and choose to do so impeccably and with a clean approach. David Grove gave us access to the treasure of using metaphor to find meaning and to create lasting change. This book is the step by step, specifically HOW to make the best use of that rich treasure in a practical and productive way. The book is methodical, detailed, specific and inspiring - much like Marian's training programs. You are gently led deeper and deeper into the subject, acquiring knowledge and understanding in layers. David Grove said that metaphor mediates the interface between conscious and unconscious processes. Marian's book is a valuable traveling companion into both realms for client and facilitator alike. Wherever you learn, coach, teach, grow and develop yourself and others, this book will guide you in your exploration of this deeply respectful approach to human change and development. --Bev Martin

This book is worth its weight in gold! Packed full of clear, useful diagrams and case studies, this is a must-read for anyone wanting to work with Clean Language. Combining the principles and theory with practical application in an effortless blend, it has enabled me to deepen my existing knowledge of Clean Language and has provided the clarification and additional explanation I was searching for. I will continue to use this wonderful resource regularly both for my client work and in everyday life. --Lisa Sturge

Clean Approaches for Coaches is an essential handbook for coaches, counselors, managers, teachers, parents - for all who influence and lead others and choose to do so impeccably and with a clean approach. David Grove gave us access to the treasure of using metaphor to find meaning and to create lasting change. This book is the step by step, specifically HOW to make the best use of that rich treasure in a practical and productive way. The book is methodical, detailed, specific and inspiring - much like Marian's training programs. You are gently led deeper and deeper into the subject, acquiring knowledge and understanding in layers. David Grove said that metaphor mediates the interface between conscious and unconscious processes. Marian's book is a valuable traveling companion into both realms for client and facilitator alike. Wherever you learn, coach, teach, grow and develop yourself and others, this book will guide you in your exploration of this deeply respectful approach to human change and development. --Bev Martin

About the Author:

Marian Way started her working life as a maths teacher. Later, as Programme Development Manager for Weight Watchers, she and a colleague created the hugely successful 'points' diet. She now runs her own company, training people in Clean Language, Symbolic Modelling and Clean Space. www.cleanlearning.co.uk

About this edition

• Publisher: Clean Publishing
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 095748660X
• ISBN 13: 9780957486607
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 216