American Cancer Society develops coaches of its own
Purpose – Outlines the steps and processes used by the American Cancer Society, a not‐for‐profit organization, when creating and implementing an internal‐coaching capacity. Design/methodology/approach – Examines the design, implementation, successes and key learning points of the creation of an internal‐coaching program. Findings – Reveals that organizations can build an internal‐coaching capacity using current talent and limited external resources to benefit the development of targeted staff. Practical implications – Details steps required to build a coaching cadre. Social implications – Highlights the flexibility that has helped to ensure that the program has remained relevant and sustainable in a precarious business climate while still being responsive to changing organizational, coach and client needs. Originality/value – Provides an alternative to buying coaching from outside and outlines the benefits to building an internal capacity.
Year of publication: |
2011
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Human Resource Management International Digest. - Emerald Group Publishing Limited, ISSN 1758-7166, ZDB-ID 2082534-1. - Vol. 19.2011, 4, p. 23-26
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Publisher: |
Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
Subject: | Coaching | Training methods | Leadership development | Organizational culture | Charities |
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