The Art of Coaching Teams: Building Resilient Communities that Transform Schools

Bought this used, since for me the new book price was on the expensive side. The seller described the book’s conditions perfectly! Overall the book is a really good read and has really good protocols for someone in academic leadership. A high recommendation for certain. Would definitely purchase from this seller again.

I love this book! If you are in a leading position, it's a must-have!

Si me gusto pero tengo que andar buscando temas que me interesen, hay muchas cosas que metieron de más y me aburren un poco, no me ha atrapado como otros libros

Let me start by saying, I have almost never taken the time to write reviews... I read them, I love that people do, but I rarely contribute to the cause. I had to make an exception to my review laziness for this book. I think I can start by saying that I have now read two Aguilar books and have the others on my nightstand waiting for me. This book is a must-use resource for anyone who supervises other people and wants to ensure the success of their team. Full disclosure: this is not an easy read because it forces you to think and take a hard look at yourself (even and especially the stuff you don't love)... no one wants to do that... But it also provides concrete strategies and tools to help you grow as a manager. The book is theory and strategy combined which is a rare find. There is also a website with supporting documents and tools AND regular online courses and webinars that help you fine-tune and practice the skills you are learning. This is not a one-time read-through. It is a reference you can go back to time and again to go deeper and grow more. I can say that I will be using many of her strategies this year to shape and focus all our big project teams and strategic planning work we have going on!

It's easy to say that something is 'life-changing' or 'transforming'--we may use these terms too much these days. That being said, I would use both terms for The Art of Coaching Teams. This book has actually made me look at my supervisory role differently; my interactions with team members is more as a facilitator. I've always been one to be sensitive and empathetic to others, and Elena has made it clear that this can be an asset in your role as a coach/facilitator of a team. Her honesty about her past mis-steps as a team leader and how her research and self-reflections transformed her role helped me to be reflective around areas of improvement within myself. In no way does she say 'follow these magic steps, and all will be well!'. She gives examples of tools that can be helpful, and several different ways to approach different areas. I would highly recommend this book if you are working with a team and you are feeling stagnant or uncertain. It will help you not to become like Elena, but the best person you can be in your position.