Applied positive psychology

Group and Team Coaching

Christine Thornton

Group and Team Coaching is a best-seller offering a new perspective on the ‘secret life of groups’, the subconscious and non-verbal processes through which people learn and communicate in groups and teams. Originally published in 2010 and designed for easy navigation, it is a highly regarded team coaching handbook, and required reading on many courses. This new edition is fully updated, with a completely new chapter on working with groups and teams on virtual platforms, including hybrid and blended working. Christine Thornton uses key concepts from psychology, group analysis and systems theory as well as her own extensive experience to give practical advice. Topics include: the invisible processes of group dynamics; common dilemmas; pitfalls of team coaching and how to avoid them; pros and cons and best practice online; how to design coaching interventions; supervising coaching; ethics. Based on research and including many vignettes and case studies, this new edition is essential reading for coaches working with groups and teams, and leaders working with their own teams or commissioning coaching.

Handbook of Coaching Psychology

Stephen Palmer, Alison Whybrow

Solution Focused Coaching in Practiceis a practical ‘how-to’ guide that provides an invaluable overview of Solution Focused Coaching skills and techniques. Reflecting upon published research on the solution focused approach, Bill O’Connell, Stephen Palmer and Helen Williams bring their own experiences of Solution Focused Coaching together with others in the field to cover topics such as: the coach-coachee relationship the role of technology in coaching inclusive coaching group and team coaching practical issues and skills. Incorporating coachee case studies, worksheets, practice tips and discussion points, the skills, strategies and techniques in this book are straightforward to apply and can be used in most coaching settings. This practical book is essential reading for experienced personal or executive coaches, managers considering introducing a new and better coaching culture for their staff, and for those just starting out on their coaching journey.

Becoming Your Own Emotional Support System

Linda L. Simmons

Not everyone facing difficult life situations has the resources to recover. Many times, we must deal with these problems alone or without a wide base of support. Becoming Your Own Emotional Support System provides practical ideas and encouragement to help people alienated from the consolation of others to become a community of one. This unique book guides individuals through the step-by-step process of developing the self-support system vital to the early stages of successful recovery.

A second chicken soup for the woman's soul

Jack Canfield, Dave Barry, Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff, Mark Victory Hansen, Jennifer Read Hawthorne, Mark Victor Hansen

This latest collection of stories celebrates the shared experiences of being a woman in a 101 new ways. You will be moved by these true accounts of how women like you have embraced life's defining moments by finding love, dealing with loss, overcoming obstacles and achieving their dreams and goals. Like spending time with a trusted friend, A Second Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul will put difficult times into perspective, renew your faith in yourself and make you aware of the miracles in your own life.

The Freedom of Life

Annie Payson Call

Annie Payson Call's "The Freedom of Life" offers a practical philosophy for achieving inner peace and mental well-being by emphasizing the power of conscious thought and disciplined will. The book guides readers toward self-mastery, asserting that true freedom lies not in external circumstances but in cultivating a serene and resilient inner life through consistent self-effort and a positive outlook. Call's enduring insights provide a framework for navigating life's challenges with greater equanimity and purpose, fostering personal growth and sustained happiness.

Smile, or You're Doing it Wrong: A Journey from Rock Bottom to Redemption

Ric Bucher

Ric Bucher's memoir chronicles his descent into addiction and depression following a career-ending injury, detailing his struggle to rebuild his life from its lowest point. Through raw honesty, he explores the profound impact of his personal demons on his relationships and self-worth. The narrative ultimately charts his arduous path toward recovery and finding a renewed sense of purpose and joy.

Project Maven: A Marine Colonel, His Team, and the Dawn of AI Warfare

Sebastian Mallaby

This book chronicles the improbable journey of Marine Colonel Gregory Boyington's team as they spearheaded Project Maven, a groundbreaking initiative to integrate artificial intelligence into drone warfare. Mallaby details the complex challenges of overcoming bureaucratic inertia and technical hurdles to equip military drones with AI for target identification. The narrative highlights the ethical and strategic implications of this nascent era of AI-driven conflict, showcasing the human ingenuity behind a significant technological leap.

I Am Not a Robot: My Year Using AI to Do (Almost) Everything

Donella H. Meadows

This insightful memoir chronicles a year-long experiment where the author, Donella H. Meadows, attempted to delegate a significant portion of her daily tasks and responsibilities to artificial intelligence. Meadows meticulously documents her experiences, exploring the practical applications, surprising limitations, and evolving relationship between human agency and AI-driven assistance across various facets of her life. The narrative offers a compelling examination of the potential and pitfalls of integrating AI into everyday routines, prompting reflection on work, creativity, and the very definition of human productivity.

Building a StoryBrand 2.0: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen

Marina Nitze

This revised edition of Building a StoryBrand presents a framework that helps businesses clarify their message by positioning the customer as the hero of their story. It outlines a seven-part framework to guide businesses in crafting clear and compelling communication that resonates with their target audience. The book provides practical strategies to eliminate jargon and confusion, enabling businesses to articulate their value proposition effectively and drive customer engagement.