Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in Coaching by Salma Shah

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING….

“A must-read for all practitioners and beneficiaries of coaching.”

 Dr Riza Kadilar, President, EMCC Global

“A critical and ground-breaking text accessible to all leaders, in how to use coaching as an

enabler for creating and sustaining inclusive, equitable and diverse organizations.”

 Charmaine Kwame, National Lead for Coaching, NHS England​

“A great invitation to dig deeper into what it really means to be an inclusive coach.”

 Ash Schofield, CEO, Giff Gaff

“This book will increase your understanding of coaching and inclusion in equal measure.”

 Rachel Billington, Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I), Aecom

WHY THIS BOOK IS NECESSARY AND TIMELY

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in Coaching is a practical guide for coaches, leaders and line managers which explains how to understand different employee needs, identify what experiences can impact these needs and shows how to develop a truly inclusive approach to coaching and employee development. It also covers how to recognize the difference between employees in survival mode as opposed to those who are thriving, feeling psychologically safe and displaying healthy resilience.

Packed full of practical tips, tools, case studies, interviews, examples and activities to work through in practice, this book allows coaches, leaders and line managers to create an inclusive culture of belonging and psychological safety to ensure that all employees flourish. There is also specific guidance on how to deal with employee trauma such as prejudice, racism, bullying, burnout, imposter syndrome and grief as well as how to cultivate a system of acceptance and encourage all employees to safely bring their authentic selves to work. Supported by expert advice, personal experience and industry research, this book is crucial reading for all coaches, leaders and managers responsible for talent development.