The mutual learning model is a theory that when used enables one to act with increasing effectiveness as a coach or faciliator.
Please listen to the podcast http://www.themulvaneygroup.com/2009/09/mutual-learning.html and i will be discussing how this approach to my work gets to the core of the issues presented in a productive and direct manner in the weeks [...]
Some final observations from Tom:
For C-level executives, having a coach is well on its way to becoming an accepted corporate practice. Since a certain level of credibility is automatically attached to an individual who has attained the position of CEO or COO, a coach is viewed as a valuable asset in propelling that successful executive [...]
Last month, NewYork Times columnist Paul Krugman wrote about rewarding Wall Street high fliers who not only contribute little social value, but who actually engage in activities which are harmful to the common good.
Two activities Krugman addressed were Goldman Sachs’ practice of high-speed trading (the use of superfast computers to buy or sell stocks [...]
Another aspect of “hardlines” hard choices and actions relates to what to do if you have a difficult manager. I have had my share of them and I wish I knew then what I know now. Although it is often best to leave such situations, many times it is not practical. Perhaps now so more [...]
Here’s another installment from Tom about our coaching work.
I’m an avid golfer. Before the days of digital cameras and email, I had a friend who spent about ten years on and off the PGA tour. He was an excellent golfer, and was always in the top five in driving distance. And even though his knowledge [...]