Judith Wilson & Michelle Gislason
CompassPoint Nonprofit Services
Coaching Skills for Nonprofit Managers and Leaders skills
Developing People to Achieve Your Mission
"In today's tough times, nothing is more important than the work of nonprofit leaders. This book provides a great guide to increase their effectiveness."
--Marshall Goldsmith, author of Succession: Are You Ready? and What Got You Here Won't Get You There
Coaching Skills for Nonprofit Managers and Leaders
"Every nonprofit leader must read this book. It will help you learn tangible techniques to maximize your employees' performance, and inspire and mentor the next generation of nonprofit leaders."
--Andrea Dew Steele, president and founder, Emerge America
"The corporate sector has long known the performance-boosting power of coaching. This book brings that knowledge to the social sector. A must-read for nonprofit and foundation leaders alike, it should be a part of every funder's portfolio."
--Chris Kwak, program director, W. K. Kellogg Foundation
"The tips in this book will help you be a better leader by showing you how to leverage the strengths and passions of all your people--whether they're junior-level staffers or executive board members."
--Julie Abrams, CEO, Women's Initiative for Self Employment
"If you want to become the boss you always wished you had but never did, read this book."
--William P. Ryan, research fellow, Hauser Center for Nonprofit Organizations, Harvard University
"Rich with examples and practical advice, the authors make a compelling case for how social sector leaders can use coaching to unleash new potential in staff while enriching managerial relationships."
--Kathleen P. Enright, president and CEO, Grantmakers for Effective Organizations
CompassPoint Nonprofit Services is a consulting, research, and training organization providing nonprofits with management tools, strategies, and resources to lead change in their communities.
