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June 2011Psychological tool originally designed for astronauts touches down in civilian life
With the origins of its research in space and its high profile presence in projects such as Mars 500, a new system has been launched in the UK to support a wide range of team-based applications in businesses, the community and educational settings.
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February 2011New Executive Coaching Survey 2011
The Sherpa Executive Coaching Survey offers insight into leadership development, based on information from coaches and those who hire
them. Now in its sixth consecutive year, The Sherpa Executive Coaching Survey is co-sponsored by executive education departments at the University of Georgia, Texas Christian University and Miami
University.
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January 2011Business Link to be replaced by 40,000 mentors
The new network of 40,000 mentors as part of the replacement for Business Link has provoked controversy over the commitment of volunteer, unpaid mentors. Doug Richard, who is involved in the changes, responds to the criticism.
UK Team Sociomapping Provider network continues to grow in response to increasing interest in Team Coaching solutions
With the UK still firmly in the grip of economic recession, HR buyers are looking at ways to ensure that every penny spent on coaching programmes delivers tangible return on investment. Team Sociomapping offers a process for measuring the impact of executive and team coaching as well as providing organisations with a way of measuring impact on team performance.
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October 2009Research: goals within coaching
David Clutterbuck and David Megginson are extending their research into 'goals' within coaching.
Frank Bresser Consulting Global Coaching Survey 2008/2009
Update on the Global Coaching Survey 2008/2009
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September 2009CIPD Survey: Taking the temparture of coaching
The CIPD survey into the use and effectiveness of coaching within the UK
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March 2008Europe Study on Coaching 2008
Bresser Consulting presents the results of the European Coaching Survey 2007/2008
University of Surrey seeks coachees' experiences for research
University of Surrey undertaking research into the coach-coachee matching process - are you a coachee prepared to complete a survey?
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January 2008Czech Coaching Convention summary
Summary of the Czech Coaching Convention September 2007 and plans for Global Coaching Convention Dublin July 2008
Your experiences wanted for research into building awareness
Masters student seeks coaches to interview
ENTO seeking participants for government-commissined survey
The results of the survey will inform future plans of employer groups, training providers and funding bodies in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. DEADLINE 23rd JANUARY
Government announces £3billion for anti-bullying schemes
The plans, announced in November, include mentoring, e-mentoring and buddying schemes to help schools stamp out bullying
Coachingpsychologist.net seeks feedback
Coachingpsychologist.net is looking for international coaching psychologists to review their definitions of 'what is coaching psychology?'
Website toolkit for mentoring employees with disabilities
As part of an European Social Fund project, Visage, a Web based Toolkit has been developed to help employers introduce Mentoring schemes to assist people with disabilities.
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September 2007New book launches: Effective Coaching, Achieving Practical Results Through Effective Engagement by Robin Liinecar and Peter Shaw
Business coaching is about individuals growing
their strengths and tackling demanding challenges
successfully. Written for business leaders and HR
professionals, Business Coaching: Achieving Practical
Results Through Effective Engagement sets out the
essentials of business coaching.
Association for Coaching launches evidence based coaching journal
The Association for Coaching is expanding its resources and publications with the launch of an evidence based coaching journal: Coaching: An International Journal of Theory, Research and Practice (Taylor and Francis, release date Jan 2008).
The Mentoring & Befriending Foundation launch National Training Programme
The MBF national training programme was launched in September 2007 and offers 9 courses in 14 locations around the country.
Leaders in London 2007 - £100 discount through the Coaching & Mentoring Network
Once again, the Coaching & Mentoring Network is supporting the prestigious Leaders in London conference. This means that you and your colleagues can SAVE £100 on attendance at the conference.
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August 2007Ethical Sourcing Forum Conference- 20% discount for Friends of the Coaching & Mentoring Network
The forum in Paris on 18 & 19th October offers a platform for participants seeking sustainability solutions, whether manufacturers, retailers, workers or NGOs, where all can meet and share experiences
Life coaches sought for national roadshow
A leading consumer brand is looking for life coaches around the United Kingdom to join them on a national roadshow helping busy mums carve out a little "me" time in their hectic lives.
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June 2007Coaching room and desk space available for hire in Clerkenwell
KD Partnership are offering up to 3 desks on a long-term or short–term basis and a separate bookable meeting coaching room at their Clerkenwell offices.
Coaching psychology explained - by Pauline Willis
Published in Coaching Psychologist.net, this explanation of coaching psychology is provided for psychologists who are either already providing services as coaching psychologists or who are considering doing so.
Results of Australian Executive Coaching survey
The Australian Human Resources Institute have released findings of their research into the use and outcomes of Executive Coaching in Australian businesses.
EU-MENT.NET - Building a European Network of Mentoring Programmes for Women Scientists
The eument-net project aims at building a European Network of Mentoring Programmes to
- exchange experience and best practices among mentoring programmes for high potential junior women scientists and organise knowledge transfer at a regional, trans-national and on a wider European level
- foster the mobility and networks of women scientists within the wider Europe and strengthen their position in academia through mentoring
AEC European Advanced Diploma in Executive Coaching launches in Prague, Czech Republic 2007/08
Following several years of success in delivering executive coach training within the UK, the AEC is launching its latest programme in Prague in October 2007
Plans for Network for Mentoring Programme Coordinators
Clutterbuck Associates and Mentfor propose to establish a nationwide network for Mentoring Coordinators
The Mentoring and Befriending Foundation announces new National Training Programme
Practical one day seminars will be available from September 2007
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April 2007Your help wanted for research into supervision
Research project: Exploring current thinking within selected coaching populations, on the role of supervision for the coaching profession. Researcher would like your input.
Established Coaching Company seeks Coach to lead UK Private Sector Coaching Practice
The Coaching Centre, an established coaching practice, is looking for an enthusiastic coaching professional for a leadership position in the UK Private Sector Coaching Practice.
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February 2007Metanous Ltd launch Diversity QCoach: supports managers in coaching for diversity and equality
The Metanous diversity QCoach™ offers blended video-based learning modules in behaviours to enable managers to acquire the complex skills required to recognise, evaluate and coach high level behaviours for diversity, equality, dignity and respect in self and others.
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January 2007Job Vacancy: The Coaching Centre expands
The Coaching Centre is looking for an outstanding professional to head up the development of the Private Sector Practice of The Coaching Centre in the UK and who is genuinely interested in contributing to the development of our international organisation.
BPS Press Release: Coaching psychologists call for statutory regulation
With much debate about regulation for coaching, current government thinking is to place all psychological professions, including Coaching Psychologists, under the auspices of the Health Professions Council. However there is a great deal of opposition to this proposal as it is centred on a health focussed model of regulation which is unlikely to be able to properly deal with practitioners in other settings such as business or education.
BPS Press release: Quality counts for coaching psychologists
A set of draft supervision guidelines for Coaching Psychology practice were presented for the first time to the international coaching psychology community at the First International Coaching Psychology Conference at City University London on Monday 18 December 2006.
Norfolk Mentoring Network news
The November issue of the Norfolk Mentoring Network's newsletter brings information about a wide range of initiatives
Training for Community Mentors
During 2007 the Aimhigher Norfolk Mentoring Network will be running workshops this year for Community Mentors
Happy New Year
We wish all of our site visitors a healthy, happy and prosperous 2007
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August 2006Advertising opportunity: London Irish RFC “Sport in the Community” Magazine
The magazine offers community minded organisations and businesses, within the region, the opportunity to relay a community message or promote their services.
Association for Coaching Communication Bulletin - August 2006
Issue 8 of Bulletin of the Association for Coaching is now available on the AC website.
Share your celebratory stories and cautionary tales
Lauriate Ltd would like thank to everyone who has generously shared their experiences so far. And as this has proven to be a valuable way of
collecting information from the clients perspective they have decided to
keep the research element of this project going.
EMCC UK CONFERENCE 2007
The EMCC UK Conference Committee is organising the first EMCC UK Conference. We are pleased to announce that it will be held in the splendid surroundings of Ashridge Business School, from lunchtime on the 3rd April 2007 to 5.00pm on the 4th April 2007.
CIPD Coaching Supervision Research
Supervision of coaches is a hot topic amongst coaches and HR practitioners responsible for buying and managing coaching in organisations. It is an important method of providing quality assurance and enabling organisations to realise a return on investment in coaching.
New professional development network for coaching psychologists launches on August 14th
coachingpsychologist.net is a new professional development and supervision network offering an innovative and cost effective approach to professional development and supervision for coaching psychologists.
Nominations sought for Queens Award for Enterprise
Nominations are now being sought for a prestigious Royal Award for individuals doing most to help and inspire tomorrow’s entrepreneurs.
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July 2006EMCC UK QUALITY AWARD SETS NEW STANDARD
A new award is set to have a major impact on the coaching and mentoring industry.
Association for Coaching announces honorary awards for coaching
Association for Coaching announces honorary awards for coaching -
The 2nd Annual Honorary Award recipients were announced at the AC International Conference 2006.
Book launch: Excellence in Coaching, the Industry Guide
The Association for Coaching are due to launch their first book - Excellence in Coaching
Association for Coaching Accreditation scheme update
With the accreditation scheme launched last year, the AC now have 30 accredited Coaches.
Invitation for Workshop Presenters
AC Scotland - Invitation for Workshop Presenters - November Conference 2006
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June 2006Brighton Coaching Exchange Group
This group is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month and is aimed at practicing coaches, trainee coaches or those with a passion for personal development.
Business Referral Exchange breakfast meetings
Invitation to join the BRE network
CIPD & Bath Consultancy Group research into Coaching Supervision: your input requested
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development have commissioned Bath Consultancy Group to deliver a multi-strand research project on supervision of coaches. As part of this research, we will be holding four focus groups in June on the HR practices and challenges involved in implementing effective coach supervision.
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April 2006New Discrimination and Diversity service now available
New Online Discrimination and Diversity information service available now
Discount on new mentoring book from Kogan Page
Facilitating Reflective Learning Through Mentoring and Coaching - 20% discount available.
Results of the coaching research project 2005:
The coaching research project 2005 was aimed to find out the key success factors for coaching programmes and to provide a well-founded, comprehensive and systematic top level framework for management action to best implement coaching.
NHS Coach recruitiment
The NHS is currently recruiting Executive Coaches for a register of coaches to work with newly appointed Chief Execs and Directors.
NEW CHAIR FOR EMCC UK New UK National Organisation Announced
IOD Director of the Year 2005 Zulfi Hussain has been elected to the chair of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council’s new UK organisation.
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February 2006Documentary makers seek Celebratory Stories and Cautionary Tales about life or business coaching
Firecracker productions are professional filmmakers who are making a documentary for Channel 4 and are eager to hear both celebratory stories and cautionary tales from people who have worked with either a life or business coach.
New Coaching at Work magazine and online resource
Coaching at Work is the new magazine and online resource from the CIPD, published by People Management.
Latest Masters Degree in Executive Coaching
The Academy of Executive Coaching MA is awarded by the Professional Development Foundation (PDF)
& National Work-based Learning Partnership at the University of Middlesex.
NCBI London Event – 6 October 2005
NCBI London invited people in and around the capital to meet and discuss the impact of the London bombings - what it was like for them; the impact it had on their lives, their family and friends; what changes it has made to their lives; their current thoughts, fears and feelings and to consider ways forward.
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January 2006Job vacancy
Mentoring Co-ordinator (21 hours per week)
The Coaching & Mentoring Network seeks London venue for a Your Questions Answered event – can you help?
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is planning a series of events to support our activities as an objective information resource - and seeks a London venue.
The Coaching & Mentoring Network launches Your Questions Answered series of events
Launching the Coaching & Mentoring Network’s series of 'Your Questions Answered' events – to help you find the objective information you need.
Article on Coaching in the Observer Online
An article on coaching was published in the Observer on Sunday 22nd January
Human Resources magazine stress survey
Human Resources Magazine are conducting their stress survey 2006
CIPD launches new Coaching at Work magazine and online resource
Coaching at Work is the new magazine and online resource from the CIPD, published by People Management.
From The Coaching & Mentoring Network team ...
Happy new year!
Free training resource for subject leader mentors in education
UK Department of Education and Skills site is providing a training pack for 'subject leader mentors' within education.
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December 2005Raising achievement through peer mentoring
New educational resource pack: Raising Achievement through Peer Mentoring.
New quality awards launched at EMCC international conference
The European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) has developed the new Quality Standard Awards to help clarify the currently complex field of coaching and mentoring training.
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November 2005AC Accreditation Update
An AC Accreditation Update from Association for Coaching
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September 2005Free corporate coaching telesessions
We would like to invite you to attend any of the exclusive, free Corporate Coaching telesessions listed below.
Research Request
Who's Who in Coaching Survey - Who Shaped It, Who's Shaping It
Free Life Coaching
Gary herman is offering the first six to ten clients free life coaching which will consist of five to ten sessions.
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August 2005The Institute for Employment Studies publishes a Guide to Measuring Soft Outcomes and Distance Travelled
The Institute for Employment Studies has published a Guide to Measuring Soft Outcomes and Distance Travelled. According to the authors 'This guide has been written to assist projects and organisations to understand and implement systems for recording soft outcomes and distance travelled.
Academy of Executive Coaching launches European Advanced Programme
The AEC has joined with the Change Partnership Italy to deliver its Advanced Programme in Milan from March 2006.
The East Mentoring Forum conference papers available
The East Mentoring Forum have published presentations and details from their recent conference 'Climb every mountain'
Newcastle College Company extends web based coaching courses
The demand for two of NCC's most popular distance learning courses, Certificate in Life Coaching and Positive Impact Coaching, has grown immensely in the past 12 months and they have now been launched on-line.
EMCC recruiting kitemark assessors
The EMCC recently piloted its kitemarking scheme and is recruting assessors to further extend the scheme.
Mentors Wanted
Sawyers Hall College, Brentwood seeks e-mentors for an established scheme for year 10 construction and engineering students.
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June 2005Coaching Essentials conference - discount available
Subscribers to the Coaching & Mentoring Network coach referral database, discussion forum and e-newsletter are entitled to a discount off the conference registration fee.
ENTO Draft national occupational standards for coaching and mentoring
ENTO, as a UK Standard Setting Body, is undertaking the development of a suite of national occupational standards (NOS)in coaching and mentoring.
Mentoring and Befriending Foundation launched 15th June
The national body for mentoring and befriending held an extremely successful launch event at HM The Tower of London on Wednesday 15th June 2005.
Free previews at the park
Are you interested in Jamie Oliver's 'Fifteen Foundation' and his leadership programme, but unable to attend the 'live' event next week? If so, then you may be interested in seeing a free preview of Jamie Oliver's Fifteen Lessons in Leadership and finding out more about how using multimedia products and coaching/mentoring can help your business make best use of your training and development budget?
Coaching & Mentoring Network offering discount to Leaders in London summit
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is supporting the Leaders in London conference. The Conference is taking place on 18 & 19 October 2005 plus a one day masterclass with Henry Mintzberg on 20 October 2005. Subscribers to the Network referral database, on-line Discussion Forum or e-newsletter are entitled to a £100 discount. The Network will have a representative at the Summit plus our logo in the delegate pack and information material and flyers on display within the exhibition area which should continue to raise the profile and awareness within the business community of the Coaching & Mentoring Network.
Coaching research project
The coaching research project 2005 by Frank Bresser examines worldwide the question of how coaching is currently best implemented in organisations - and how it might be implemented even more efficiently in future.
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May 2005Coaching and Mentoring Take Another Step Forward New Developments in Standards and Kitemarking
Two major new developments in the coaching and mentoring industry were unveiled this month.
Curtin University, WA, School of Psychology launches a Psychology of Coaching Fundamentals programme.
Curtin University in Western Australia have launched this programme to
provide a theoretical background to coaching.
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April 2005Association for Coaching Supervision Survey
AC seeks views and comments on coaching supervision and accreditation
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March 2005UKCLC Pilot coaching programme: You Are Closer to a Coach Than You Think!
The UK College of Life Coaching is offering a special coaching session for those thinking about becoming a coach.
Emotional Involvement in Coaching and Emotional Intelligence
Your assistance invited for research project.
Rice University Pilot Project
Rice University (Houston, US)are undertaking a coaching pilot project at with European AC coaches
How Well Does Coaching Work?
New issue of EMCC Journal spotlights evaluation in coaching and mentoring industry
Newcastle College is offering a free on-line performance coaching diploma course
Newcastle College is offering a free on-line performance coaching diploma course.
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January 2005The UK College of Life Coaching 2005 ANNUAL SEMINAR - ORGANISATIONAL COACHING
The UK College of Life Coaching 2005 ANNUAL SEMINAR - ORGANISATIONAL COACHING -
CORE SKILLS FOR COACHES AND MENTORS REVEALED
CORE SKILLS FOR COACHES AND MENTORS REVEALED
New findings announced at European Mentoring and Coaching Council conference
NEW PHASE OF EMCC STANDARDS RESEARCH ANNOUNCED
NEW PHASE OF EMCC STANDARDS RESEARCH ANNOUNCED
Invitation to participate in ground-breaking Standards Project
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December 2004Happy Christmas
Seasons Greetings and best wishes for the new year from the Coaching & Mentoring Network
Report on the AMEC / EMCC European Mentoring & Coaching Conference, Brussels
The European Mentoring & Coaching Conference moved for the first time to Brussels and enjoyed a good turnout and thought-provoking lively discussions. Read one delegate's report here.
International Journal of Evidence based coaching and mentoring seeks papers for publication
The International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching and Mentoring is a free access, international peer reviewed journal, which is published bi-annually online in February and August. Submissions of papers for publication are invited.
Coaching & Mentoring Network Christmas networking
The Coaching and Mentoring Network celebrated its 5th birthday earlier this year so come and celebrate at our Christmas Networking Event on the 20th December.
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November 2004New East Mentors Forum Review
This new review from the East Mentors Forum is an informative quarterly newsletter for anyone interested in mentoring.
AC Conference report
The Association for Coaching recently hosted their 'sell-out' Conference, Breaking Through, at the SAS Radisson in London. Read their report here.
Video Arts launches new Talent Management programme
Video Arts launches Talent Management programme: Talent Management: How to retain your best people
Input required into survey on recurring issues in coaching
Douglas Young is seeking input from coaches working at executive and management level into recurring issues in coaching.
New from Video Arts - Jamie’s Kitchen Lessons on Leadership and Teamwork
Jamie Oliver took 15 unemployed young people and turned them into a highly skilled and motivated team! Video Arts has created a new programme looking into the lessons from Jamie's Kitchen
Help needed into research into Leadership mentoring and coaching
Tom Stevens is seeking help for his Leadership Masters degree thesis into the effectiveness and usefulness of leadership coaching and mentoring
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September 2004AC Coaching rates survey
Are you charging / paying too much, too little, or market average? Do you want to know what coaches charge, and what organisations and individuals pay on average for their Coaching services? Here's your chance.
The Coaching Psychologist e-journal - call for submissions
Stephen Palmer is currently looking for relevant academic or coaching practioner articles and book reviews to be submitted for publication in the CPF's international e-journal The Coaching Psychologist.
Coaching & Mentoring profession looks to the future
EMCC event draws professionals from across Europe
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June 2004Sir John Whitmore becomes Honorary Vice President at the Association for Coaching
Sir John Whitmore, author of 'Coaching for Performance' has joined the Association for Coaching as Honorary Vice President.
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April 2004Coaching & Mentoring Network article in the AIM news
The Australian Institute of Management this month provides a Buzzword Briefing on coaching and mentoring, edited (with our permission) from the Coaching & Mentoring Network site content.
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March 2004EMCC - Meeting workplace challenges
EMCC propose new guidelines further raise professional standards to help coaches and mentors meet the challenges of the workplace
Your input required for standards research
Add your contribution to final stage of coaching and mentoring standards related project - and help to inform the standards work of the EMCC
EMCC seeks presenters for Conference
The EMCC is seeking papers from those who wish to present at the 11th Annual European Mentoring & Coaching Conference in Brussels on 18-19 November
Association for Coaching - Request for Presenters for Conference
The Association is seeking proposals from those wishing to present at the AC Conference on 22nd October in London
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February 2004The Coaching Study 2004 - research into the procurement of coaching published
'Coaching works but it could be better' - Origin Consulting and University of Central England conclude!
East Mentor Forum seeks 'new' mentor for article
A News Centre in Luton wishes to interview a 'new' mentor for an article about the East Mentor Forum.
International Journal for Mentoring & Coaching - call for papers
The International Journal of Mentoring and Coaching is seeking papers for both the Reviewed and the Professional categories for future editions.
Free Coaching Offer during National Coaching Week
As part of National Coaching Week (2 – 7 February), members of the Association for Coaching are offering the public a free 45 minute telephone coaching session.
Participants needed for research on coaching and stress
A research student doing a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology with
Professor Stephen Palmer at City University is seeking participants to take part in a study on coaching and stress.
UK Executive Coaching Report from the Association for Coaching
The Association for Coaching has published their recent report aimed at gaining a better understanding of the nature of Executive Coaching in the UK.
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January 2004New "Management Guide for Auditing how Work-Related Stress is dealt with" published.
The need for sound, practical guidance for managers of work-related stress is evident from reports by the Health and Safety Executive and the Office for National Statistics of steady rises in this area of occupational health. This new guide has been written by Kieran Duignan to address this area.
East Mentoring Forum offers funding for sub-projects
The East Mentor Forum has some EEDA/ESF funding available for sub-projects which support the aims of the East Mentor Forum.
EMCC International Journal of Mentoring & Coaching launches online
The EMCC has launched the first edition of its new online journal for coaching and mentoring
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November 2003Your experiences wanted for research into coaching procurement
The University of Central England in Birmingham are undertaking a research project to determine effective procurement of coaching. Specifically, they shall examine how the purpose and focus of coaching; organisational processes involved in selecting coaches; organisational expectations of coaching outcomes; and how organisations determine appropriate coaching support affect the effectiveness of coaching.
Coaching feature in the Herald
The Herald will publish a special feature with a topical overview of coaching on Tuesday 16th December.
Coaching website venture for sale
We have been approached by someone looking to sell a small-business coaching website.
New intake for Sheffield Hallam MSc in Mentoring & Coaching
The new three year course starts this month!
New coach ebook launched: "So you want to beceome a coach" by Marianne Craig
In her ebook, coach Marianne Craig shows "How I can help you find out all you need to know about becoming a life or business coach right away".
Launch of International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching and Mentoring
The International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching and Mentoring is an international refereed journal, which is published bi-annually (August and February). Its audience is academic specialists, post graduate students, practitioners and managers who wish to keep abreast of scholarship, theory-building and empirical research in the field of coaching and mentoring.
Refer a friend and get a discount to the 10th Annual European Mentoring & Coaching Conference
If you book (or have booked!) your place and book a second place or refer a friend or colleague you are eligible for the early bird rate of £475 - even if you've already booked!
Coachinginstruction.com announce their International Coach of the Year
Coachinginstruction.com have announced Dory Willer,
PCC, SPHR, as the winner of their International
Coach of the Year contest.
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September 2003Newcastle College Company withdraws business coaching course - and launches lifecoaching course
The Newcastle College Company's Diploma in Performance Coaching has been withdrawn following several successful years - but a new introduction to lifecoaching course, developed by Fiona Harrald, has been launched.
Association for Coaching - Executive Coaching Research
The AC is conducting research to gain further insights into the various approaches, tools and frameworks currently used within the Executive Coaching process across the UK. The results from this research will then be summarised in a report and supplied to all those who participate in the study.
If you are, or have recently been, an executive coach working with individuals or organisations, the AC would like to hear from you.
International Journal of Evidence-Based Coaching and Mentoring - Call for Papers
The International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching and Mentoring is an international refereed journal, which is published bi-annually (August and February). Its audience is academic specialists, postgraduate students, practitioners and managers who wish to keep abreast of scholarship, theory-building and empirical research in the field of coaching and mentoring. Papers are requested for the next edition.
EMCC research into standards for coaching & mentoring schemes
The EMCC is conducting research into standards for coaching and mentoring schemes - can you help?
Academy of Executive Coaching launches Foundation Course in Executive Coaching
Building on the success of the Advanced Programme, this new 6-day course (over 3 months) starts this Autumn for those seeking an entry level introduction to executive coaching
East Mentoring Forum formed to set up mentoring community in East of England
Besides focusing on assisting businesses, the forum will also work closely with schools, colleges and universities. Its members will seek to promote mentoring to all ages. The forum will also actively encourage continued learning.
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August 2003Association for Coaching issues guidance for selecting a coach
The Association for Coaching, in conjunction with Professor Stephen Palmer PhD, Director of the Centre for Coaching and Kasia Syzmanska, a Chartered Psychologist and Coach, have collated a set of questions and issues to be aware of when selecting a coach.
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July 2003UK e-mentoring service for Small businesses
A "unique" government funded e-mentoring programme designed exclusively for small and medium-sized businesses is to be introduced in the UK over the next six months.
New book - The Coaching Manager by Allan Mackintosh
Allan Mackintosh, author of several e-books and articles on coaching is now in print!
Coaching Association Scotland merges with the Association for Coaching
The Coaching Association Scotland (CAS) becomes the Scottish branch of the Association for Coaching.
OSCM Conference handouts and proceedings available
A wealth of speakers shared their views on coaching and mentoring at the OSCM's 5th Annual conference in July and the OSCM is now sharing these with a wider audience. Copies of presentations are now available.
Call for Papers - The International Journal of Mentoring and Coaching
The International Journal of Mentoring and Coaching is seeking papers from experienced practitioners and academics in the following areas:
- Personal views on mentoring and coaching
- Interview/research based
- In practice
- Debate/discussion
Coaching & Mentoring Network on Radio 4
BBC Radio 4's Nice Work programme checks out how its 'stressed' volunteers are getting on since the October programme featured a range of ways of dealing with stress, including coaching.
OSCM conference - another successful year!
The annual OSCM conference took place on Thursday 3rd July in Oxford and, as usual, brought together an eclectic mix of 'old hands' and newcomers, all keen to network and share their learning and experiences.
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May 2003Association for Coaching professional indemnity insurance
Association for Coaching members can now claim a discount on SMG's professional insurance policies.
Association for Coaching launches complaints procedure
The Association for Coaching is launching its Complaints Procedure to support its recently launched Code of Ethics and Practice for Coaches.
Standards debate continues
The EMCC and OSCM are bringing together some of the leading coaching organisations to discuss progress in developing professional standards for coaching and mentoring.
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March 200310th European Mentoring and Coaching Conference
AMED and the EMCC announce a call for papers and presenters for the 2003 conference.
EMCC seeks volunteer marketing support
EMCC seeks volunteer support (work experience ?) for marketing and PR support.
EMCC research
The European Mentoring & Coaching Council research stream gets underway
Sheffield Hallam University MSc update
Sheffield Hallam University are currently recruiting for the second cohort for their new MSc in Mentoring & Coaching.
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January 2003Happy New Year
The Coaching & Mentoring Network wishes all our site visitors a happy new year.
Association for Coaching seeks inspiring and educational speakers.
The Association for Coaching would like to hear from "anyone with a burning issue or who has an innovative approach to the field of Coaching (that they would like to share with a wider audience".
Review of Academy of Executive Coaching 2002 Symposium
Along with reviews of other leading coaching events, read up on the Academy's summer Symposium
Seeking quantitative data on the value of coaching
Allan Mackintosh, coach, author and speaker is seeking data (qualitative and particularly quantitative) on the benefits of coaching in organisations for a talk in March. Can you help?
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December 2002Your views wanted by EMCC Standards group - help shape the development of the coaching profession
The EMCC special interest group on standards is seeking your views.
New European Mentoring & Coaching Council goes live!
The European Mentoring & Coaching Council was officially launched at the EMC conference and invites all those with an interest in the profession to join and to contribute to the work of the special interest groups.
Total Business Magazine - coaching feature
Total Business magazine will be running a major feature on coaching in the December / January edition.
International Coaching Summit - event report
The ICS have issued a summary of the key findings from their Summit held at the end of October
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August 2002New Practical Learning Styles questionnaire launched!
The Practical Learning Styles Partnership of training and learning design specialist, Keith Rogers, and psychologist, Karen Tidswell, have produced a new learning styles questionnaire aimed at helping learners prefer information to be presented how they prefer to make sense of information.
Julian Clover, former Director of AMED moves to WorldWork
Julian Clover, until recently Director of AMED, has just moved on to a new Directorship with WorldWork Ltd - specialists in assessing individual and group capability in working in cross cultural situations.
Coaching & Mentoring Network on the road
The Coaching & Mentoring has been busy spreading the word at conferences, symposiums and speaking at events
The Coaching Academy (formerly Life Coaching Academy) gains external course accreditation with the OCN
The Life Coaching Academy has renamed as the Coaching Academy, incorporating the Life Coaching Academy and the Corporate Coaching Academy and gain external validation for its courses.
2003 in the European Year of Disabled People - and mentoring is on the agenda!
2003 is the European Year of Disabled People. The European Year will be launched by events across the UK in January 2003. Local and larger projects will take place throughout the European Year.
New mentoring video
The Greenwood Partnership have added to their portfolio of mentoring related videos with 'Mentoring for Business Excellence', a case study video highlighting business benefits.
Honey & Mumford Learning styles questionnaire celebrates its 20th birthday with a special offer!
To celebrate the 20th birthday of the Learning Styles Questionnaire, Peter Honey has brought out a collection of 65 articles called 'Peter Honey's articles on Learning and This and That'. Some articles are funny, some are
reflective, some are campaigning - all are written in his normal chatty style. The collection costs £25 plus £4.95 p&p in the UK.
Diversity specialists Schneider-Ross and mentoring specialists Clutterbuck Associates launch new Diversity Mentoring initiative
The aim of this initiative is "to stimulate a paradigm shift amongst emerging leaders by providing them with opportunities to experience the power of diversity personally leading to deep insights on diversity, which can take personal leaning and behaviour change way beyond diversity learning in the classroom situation".
Coaching & mentoring in the news
The numbers of articles published on coaching and mentoring continues to grow - here's a quick but by no means comprehensive round-up!
Coaching & Mentoring Network drop-in network session!
After a bit of a gap the next London drop-in networking session has been arranged -Wednesday 25th September.
European Mentoring & Coaching Conference 17-18th October 2002
Preparations for the 9th Annual European Mentoring & Coaching Conference are advancing with the announcement of the draft programme of plenary and workshop speakers.
Coaching Manager e-book and CD-ROM - available on-line
Allan Mackintosh's The Coaching Manager e-book and CD-ROM are now available to order on-line. This e-book contans 70 pages of tips, models, theories and practical advice for managers wishing to be more effective coaches in the workplace.
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June 2002Discount for independents on Academy of Executive Symposium
The Academy of Executive Coaching have announced a special offer for independents wanting to attend the 'Coaching with a systems persepctive' symposium with Mary Beth O'Neill
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May 2002Professional insurance
A rumour on the grapevine!
CIPD announces new certificate in coaching & mentoring
The Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) to launch new certificate in coaching and mentoring in partnership with the Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring.
Oxford Brookes MA in Coaching & Mentoring - fees and qualifications
Oxford Brookes University MA in Coaching & Mentoring is a part-time (2-4 years) - latest fees and qualifications
Research assistance required
'When mentoring goes wrong' - Dr Bob Garvey needs your help!
New MSc in Mentoring & Coaching launches
The School of Business & Finance of Sheffield Hallam University is offering an MSc Mentoring & Coaching from 2002 onwards.
'The effective mentor': On-line mentoring course launches
Clutterbuck Associates have launched an on-line course to assist the 'novice mentor' to become effective
David Clutterbuck seeks help with PhD research
David Clutterbuck is seeking help from organisations of all sizes who are implementing mentoring programmes to help him to explore the dynamics of such relationships.
European Mentoring Centre - update
The European Mentoring Centre is now the European Mentoring & Coaching Council - and building its role as a focal point for the profession.
More research help needed
This time for the Small Business Service in the South East
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April 2002Are you missing out on mindshare?
Our free on-line Discussion Forum offers you the opportunity to share views, experiences and best practice with other professionals from all coaching and mentoring fields.
OSCM launches new website
The OSCM has completely revamped the School's website at www.oscm.co.uk
Academy of Executive Coaching - Applications invited for September intake
With the first intake of executive coaches due to start their learning journey with the Academy on 1st May, applications are now being accepted for the Autumn programme.
Linkage Coaching & Mentoring Conference 2002 - cancelled
Linkage International have decided to focus their UK efforts on their consultancy business and as such the UK Coaching & Mentoring Conference has been cancelled.
Free downloadable Executive Coaching Handbook
The US-based Executive Coaching Forum are offering a free Executive Coaching Handbook offering 'Principles and Guidelines for a Successful Coaching Partnership'
Network forms collaborative agreement with UDES
The Coaching & Mentoring Network has formed a collaborative agreement with Spanish-based UDES, a pioneering mentoring organisation working to bring together business, university and society.
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March 2002EMC news deadline
If you have news for the European Mentoring Centre newsletter submit it now!
An appeal for news and events information
Do you keep your ear to the ground? If so, we'd like your help.
Mentor required
Individual seeks a mentor with experience of bar/club promotion industry - can you help?
Deadline looms for Academy of Executive Coaching 2002 intake
Coaches who wish to apply for the May 1st start of the MSc Executive Coach Training programme should get their applications in now
Professional Symposium on Executive Coaching
The Academy of Executive Coaching is holding a symposium for experienced coaches to join in extending and shaping the profession
Transforming Performance Coaching Symposium to be held on March 21st, 2002
Interested in coaching in the workplace? A unique opportunity to share the results of an extensive research project investigating the impact of coaching in the workplace. Apply now for 10% discount.
New coaching and mentoring category in the Yellow Pages
The Yellow Pages and yell.com have recently launched a separate category for coaching and mentoring
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February 2002New womens' network launches
POW is a new network launching this month - established by coach and trainer Ellen Lee
Industrial Society sells training arm but keeps coaching
Will Hutton, chief executive of The Industrial Society, announced on 17th December the sale of The Society’s workforce training business and associated publications to the Capita Group Plc. Click 'more' for full press release.
ADHD Coach training course
Jan Assheton will be running a ADHD coach training course in the late spring.
OSCM local Support Network meeting and skills development
'Tools and techniques for handling difficult situations' - peer mentoring discussion
OSCM confirms keynote speakers for 4th Annual Conference 5th July 2002
The OSCM conference gets bigger and better every year. Keynote speakers and workshop subjects have been confirmed and conference bookings are being taken now!
In the forum this month . . . are you missing out on sharing experiences?
More thought provoking and interesting discussions have been started in our on-line Discussion Forum: could your experience help others?
New training package available for Action Learning
Coach Dorothy Larios has developed a 2 day training package, 'ideal for preparing staff or mentors to participate in Action Learning Sets as part of their on going learning and support system'. Promoters and piloters wanted!
Review of OSCM Local Support Network meeting November 2001
For those who were unable to attend the OSCM Thames Valley Local Support Network meeting in November 2001 we are pleased to provide a review of the event - and don't miss the next meeting on Friday 15th February!
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January 2002Academy of Executive Coaching network lunch
The Academy of Executive Coaching invites all interested in this field to join them for lunch and an Executive Coaching Masterclass on Wednesday 23rd January
Contract opportunity
Technicon International Management Services are seeking a UK-based coach to work with the product development team of a leading motor manufacturer
Academy of Executive Coaching - January group interview now full - sign up for February and March selection dates
The Academy's first programme commences in May but applications are being accepted now.
New book in bookshop
New to our bookshop is the Academy of Executive Coaching's set text - 'Executive Coaching with Backbone and Heart: A Systems Approach to Engaging Leaders with Their Challenges' by Mary Beth O'Neill
Mentoring definitions
So what is mentoring? Andrew Gibbons has contributed a great set of mentoring definitions
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December 2001Deadline for submission of items for EMC newsletter
If you have any details that you want included in the European Mentoring Centre newletter your deadline is Friday 21st December
Job opportunity - First step to becoming a coach?
Chris Barrow at The Business Coaching Co in Cheshire is seeking a full-time Executive Assistant - with the possibility of developing into a coaching role
Advance notice - new mentoring articles
Look out for articles on mentoring in 2002 in Woman Abroad and Managing Partner
Book reviews wanted
Have you read a good coaching or mentoring book recently? If so why don't you share your thoughts with this community of interest?
An apology. . .
We're really sorry if you've had problems accessing some parts of our site during the last couple of weeks.
New articles
We are delighted to add more articles to the website
Special 'coaching' edition of Training Journal.
The December issue of Training Journal, a specialist publication for continuing professional development of trainers, focuses almost entirely on coaching and mentoring. Articles cover a range of professional issues relevant to coaches as well as a review of the CMN website.
Can you help with an NLP survey?
Phil Swallow is undertaking an NLP psychotherapy course and is seeking help from those willing to complete an on-line questionnaire
Drop-in networking sessions - date changes
Unfortunately we are having to reschedule the drop-in networking sessions in London, Cheltenham, Oxford and Surrey/Sussex.
BT Ethnic Minority Network E-Mentoring programme case study
Added to our Case Studies section this month is an overview of BT's Ethnic Minority Network e-Mentoring programme.
New featured book
New to the bookshop this month is Bob Garvey's Mentoring Pocketbook
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November 2001All change as the European Mentoring Centre takes coaching under its wing
The European Mentoring Centre announced at the European Mentoring Conference in November 2001 that it is to become the European Mentoring & Coaching Centre, reflecting the clear relationship between these roles.
Reflective Practice journal
Reflective Practice is an on-line and printed journal published by Taylor & Francis aimed at addressing the connections between reflection, knowledge generation, practice and policy.
New mentoring books published in December
David Clutterbuck is evidently a man who needs no sleep, managing to publish 2 new books on mentoring in December: Implementing Mentoring Schemes, written with Nadine Klasen, and Mentoring and Diversity, written with Belle Rose Ragins.
Mentoring & Tutoring publication
Aimed particularly at the education field but with an eye on the public sector and management professions, this Taylor & Francis journal is a strong practical-academic resource for mentors and development professionals.
New coach referral service launches in 2002.
Eurolifecoach is a new organisation offering life coach referral services
Academy of Executive Coaching now processing applications for group interview in January
The first Master Coach programme from the Academy commences in May 2002 but the selection process starts now!
The Network and AMED announce reciprocal discounts
At the European Mentoring Conference AMED (the Association of Management Education and Development) and the Coaching & Mentoring Network announced the launch of a relationship to extend member benefits and promote the sharing of learning and best practice.
Free psychometric feedback
Free psychometric feedback for everyone who completes FIRO Element B questionnaire.
The 8th European Mentoring Conference, sponsored by the Coaching & Mentoring Network, approaches
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is pleased to be sponsoring the European Mentoring Conference. If you haven't booked already, it's not too late!
Using technology to support coaching, mentoring and learning
The Coaching & Mentoring Network will be talking on e:support at the European Mentoring Conference
The Coaching & Mentoring Network at Linkage International Coaching & Mentoring conference
The Linkage International Coaching & Mentoring conference was well received and the Coaching & Mentoring Network were delighted to have the opportunity to deliver an 'Innovations and best practice' learning track workshop.
Are you missing out on knowledge share?
There's been lively discussion recently on the on-line discussion forum. Topics have included what to do when the mentee / coachee (and mentor / coach) get 'stuck', use of Appreciative Inquiry in the UK, a search for a peer mentor for a call centre sales director, a request for collaboration on voluntary / community sector mentoring projects and a question about liability of mentor and matching company in the event of misconduct.
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October 2001Women in Management Oxford branch Coaching workshop
Get a Life - Jayne Saul Paterson and Sandra Henderson present an interactive and informative talk on the process and benefits of coaching.
Turnaround Mentoring Plus- Brent seek volunteers
Turnaround Mentoring Plus are seeking volunteer mentors to work with young people at risk aged 15-19. Can you help?
Obtaining value from executive coaching and mentoring
In April 2001 the Careers Research Forum undertook a study into 'Obtaining value from executive coaching and mentoring'.
£100 discount on tickets to Linkage Fourth Annual Coaching & Mentoring Conference
The Coaching & Mentoring Network at the 4th Annual Coaching & Mentoring Conference programme - Commonwealth Institute, London, UK (29-31 October, 2001). Members of the Referral Service and those registered for the email newsletter and/or Discussion Forum may receive a £100 discount off conference admission.
New coach training company launches with MSc degree
The Academy of Executive Coaching:
New Master Coach training school launches MSc in Coaching & Mentoring
Coaching in call centres - new report
Matt Somers recently undertook a research study into sales coaching within a call centre environment.
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September 2001Leeds Metropolitan University Mentoring in Education courses
LMU is offering a part-time professional development course for learning mentors, teachers and other practitioners.
BLACK COFFEE!?
Well, you’d never guess what this latest Women in Management, Oxford branch, session is about from the title. Black Coffee Sound Productions is a business specialising in developmental programmes and workshops for individuals and businesses using voice and sound.
Oxford Brookes Coaching & Mentoring Courses
Applications invited for the next M.A. in Coaching and Mentoring Practice, Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring Practice and Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring Practice at Westminster Institute of Education and Oxford Brookes University.
Coaching & Mentoring Network case study
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is rolling out an Internet portal solution to bring more coaching and mentoring news to your browser. Based on technology from Mediapps we are pleased to be included in the case studies on their website.
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August 2001Help wanted with research...
Fiona Hall is a corporate coach seeking assistance with a Coaching Diploma research project comparing coaching and counselling.
Volunteer mentors needed
Tomorrow's People are seeking volunteer mentors to assist the unemployed - can you help?
The Network website wins prestigious award
The Coaching & Mentoring Network website has been awarded the highest rating of 5 Stars by Emerald Management Coolsites.
The Network at Linkage Fourth Annual Coaching & Mentoring Conference
The Network is pleased to be running a learning track session "e-Support: A Technology Approach to Programme Implementation"
New articles
Check out the Articles Section in this resource Centre for two new articles: Coaching at the Heart of Strategy by Dr Laurence S. Lyons and Organisational Mentoring by Anna Britnor Guest
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July 2001Prince's Trust launches 'Mentor of the Year Award'
The Prince's Trust, in conjuntion with Barclays Bank, has launched an award scheme to find the best PT mentors.
OSCM Conference
The Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring enjoyed a successful annual conference!
New articles
Two new articles by David Clutterbuck have been added to the Resource Centre
Prince's Trust seeks business mentors
The Prince's Trust is seeking volunteer business mentors in the Birmingham and Solihull area.
The Network announces more dates for informal networking
More dates and more venues are planned to encourage informal networking and learning between those involved in coaching and mentoring.
The Coaching & Mentoring Network launches web development and hosting services
Building on its core web development skills the Network is now able to offer a wide range of web hosting and development services.
EMC Newsletter
The July 2001 EMC newsletter has been distributed and extracts reproduced here.
Discussion Forum topics
Are you missing out on joining the Network's on-line Discussion Forum?
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May 2001Final call for papers for European Mentoring Conference
The European Mentoring Conference organisers are still seeking papers from those wishing to present at the European Mentoring Conference.
Survey to identify development needs of today’s Master Coaches
The Gestalt Centre, aided by AMED, are conducting a survey to identify the development needs of experienced and successful coaches. Can you help?
London Networking
London networking meeting report
Youth Justice Board for England and Wales Invitation to Tender for implementation of mentoring programme
Advertised in OJEC on 24th April 2001, the YJB is seeking bids for the provision of mentoring consultancy to support Youth Offending Teams.
The Network launches news and events mailing list
The Coaching & Mentoring Network has launched a mailing list to keep you informed of the latest news and information relating to coaching and mentoring.
Your coaching stories requested
The European ICF conference team organisers are after your coaching stories - and we'd like them too!
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April 2001New articles...
We've added five new articles to the website this month
European Coach Conference 17-19 May
After a great deal of hard work the 1st European Coach Conference organised by a committee of European coaches under the ICF banner is soon to come to fruition.
Request for help with MBA Research into Mentoring
Wendy Fidler is currently researching for an MBA dissertation: "A critical review of the role of mentoring in enhanced organisational capability". Can you help?
Cheltenham Networking Meeting Report
Our drop-in networking sessions started with interesting discussions in Cheltenham.
Trainers needed
Marcus Evans Training is seeking trainers in the fields of Project Management and Call Centre Management.
Your views sought
Linkage International are seeking willing volunteers to complete a short survey to help them define the agenda and speaker line-up for the 4th Annual Coaching and Mentoring Conference in London this October. Participants will receive a £50 discount off conference entry.
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March 2001The Network launches drop-in meetings
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is launching a series of informal networking sessions across the UK.
Last Chance to Take Part in Stress Management Coach Validation Consultation Process
ISMA(UK) is close to the completion of a six-month public consultation period aiming to clarify standards for Stress Management Coaching (SMC). If you are interested in getting involved you can download more information from the ISMA(UK) website at www.isma.org.uk
Coaching & Mentoring Network delivers workshop to PWI
The Coaching & Mentoring Network delivered a mentoring workshop to the Professional Women International networking group in Brussels on March 1st.
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February 2001Sheffield Business School Mentoring Workshop
The Sheffield Business School Mentoring & Coaching Research Group are running a mentoring workshop for the voluntary and not-for-profit sectors. Check the Events section for more details.
Tough lessons for business schools
The Sunday Times Appointments section (February 11th 2001) suggests that managers and leaders no longer want business schools to provide lengthy classroom based courses, prefering a more modular or coaching approach.
Personal coaching in Which? Health
Picking up on the popularity of Lifecoaching, Which? Health magazine questions the credibility of this unregulated marketplace.
European Mentoring Centre Newsletter
Catch up on the news from the EMC via an extract from their January 2001 newsletter
Call for papers: Symposium on "Mentoring: Issues and Prospects"
Dr Geof Alred of the University of Durham and Dr Bob Garvey of Sheffield Business School are producing a symposium that will be published in the British Journal of Guidance and Counselling during 2001. Its aim is to reflect the current mentoring scene and where mentoring is going, as an increasingly popular developmental strategy. They are seeking contributions relating to mentoring in all its contexts.
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January 2001Tower Hamlets College Mentoring Programme
The college is seeking mentors for all professions who are willing to be a role model for one or more students
OSCM Conference dates
The Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring 3rd Annual Conference "Practical Perspectives of Coaching and Mentoring" is scheduled for 10th July 2001 at Heythrop Park, Oxford
Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring Local Support Network
The Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring runs a series of local support groups. Check the events section for dates near you.
Coaching and mentoring information straight to your desk?
The Coaching & Mentoring Network will soon be piloting a service which will collate and deliver personalised coaching and mentoring information to an individual's desk.
The Coaching & Mentoring Network workshop for CIMA.
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants have arranged a mentoring workshop for their Aberdeen branch.
Women in Management "Mentoring: Mindshare for Success" workshop
Members of the Women in Management Oxford Branch got a taste of mentoring at a workshop run by Anna Britnor Guest and Pauline Willis of the Coaching & Mentoring Network.
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December 2000New article on the site
'Do Coaching and Mentoring improve profit?' is the latest addition to the articles section...
Welcome to our updated bookshop!
After months of apparent neglect, the Coaching & Mentoring Network on-line bookshop has been revamped and updated!...
A mentoring date for the diary
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is providing an evening workshop for Women in Management and Institute of Management members...
European Mentoring Conference: review
The European Mentoring Conference was a resounding success...
Winner of prize draw attends EMC plenary session
Stuart Esworthy, one of the Network's subscribers, won attendance at the EMC plenary session on Mentoring for Diversity
The Network announces another winner
At the European Mentoring Conference, Kim Langridge was the name out of the hat
European Mentoring Conference 2001!
Hot on the heels of the 2000 conference, next year's conference is announced...
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November 2000Network quoted in Mail on Sunday
Coaching & Mentoring Network director, Anna Britnor Guest, was quoted in an article on coaching.
Winner of free ticket to attend the International Women in Leadership Summit
Last week Network subscribers were invited to participate in a prize draw to win attendance at the Women in Leadership Summit in Brussels
International Women in Leadership Summit Report
The International Women in Leadership Summit proved to be a great success for the Coaching & Mentoring Network.
AMED extends offer for £150 discount on conference fees for Network subscribers
AMED, who are hosting the European Mentoring Conference in Cambridge on the 23rd & 24th of November, have extended their offer of a generous discount…
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October 2000AMED offers £150 discount to network subscribers
AMED, the Association for Management Education & Development have offered a generous discount of £150 for the European Mentoring Conference in Cambridge to Coaching & Mentoring Network subscribers.
The BOARD checks out coaching
The Business Opportunities and Advertisers Report Directory (BOARD) ran a review of the British Coaching Academy in their May edition...
Mentor Wales programme launched
Following a pilot in rural areas, Mentor Wales was launched on 13th September. The scheme... offers Welsh companies mentoring support from experienced managers.
The Network expands services with Mediapps NetPortal
The Coaching & Mentoring Network has signed up with Information Aggregator specialists, Mediapps,...
AMED offers £150 discount to network subscribers
AMED, who are hosting the European Mentoring Conference in Cambridge on the 23rd & 24th of November, have offered a generous discount of £150 for Coaching & Mentoring Network subscribers...
Mentoring award at the International Women in Leadership Summit
Linkage International has announced the Women in Leadership Excellence Awards 2000 sponsored by Tesco.
Network expands services with Portal
The Coaching & Mentoring Network has signed up with Information Aggregator specialists, Mediapps, to extend the services we offer.
Mentor Wales programme launched
Following a pilot in rural areas, Mentor Wales was launched on 13th September.
The BOARD checks out coaching
The Business Opportunities and Advertisers Report Directory (BOARD) ran a review of the British Coaching Academy in their May edition.
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September 2000University of North London Mentoring Skills Event
On September 11th the University of North London hosted The Mentoring Skills Event.
M.A. in Coaching and Mentoring Practice starts 4th November 2000
The Westminster Institute of Education at Oxford Brookes University is all set to enrol students for its M.A. in Coaching and Mentoring Practice,
Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring Practice and
Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring Practice.
The Coaching & Mentoring Network mentioned in BAD News from Cobweb
BAD News is the fortnightly newsletter from Cobweb Information aimed at business advisors working with SMEs.
The Business of Change: Coaching featured on Australian National TV
On the 28th of August the ABC "Four Corners" current affairs programme featured coaching.
The Coaching & Mentoring Network mentioned in BAD News from Cobweb
Don't be misled by the name, BAD News is actually the fortnightly newsletter from Cobweb Information aimed at business advisors working with SMEs.
M.A. in Coaching and Mentoring Practice starts 4th November 2000
The Westminster Institute of Education at Oxford Brookes University is all set to enrol students for its M.A. in Coaching and Mentoring Practice, Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring Practice and Postgraduate... >
The Network launches on-line Discussion Forum
The Coaching & Mentoring Network has launched this on-line discussion facility to encourage the sharing of learning, ideas and information across the broad spectrum of coaching and mentoring.
Discount for Women in Leadership Summit for Network's Referral Service subscribers
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is delivering a pre-conference workshop entitled "Mentoring: The Fast-track to Leadership progression" at the Women in Leadership Summit in Brussels from 6th - 9th November.
The Network launches on-line Discussion Forum
The Coaching & Mentoring Network has launched an on-line discussion facility to encourage the sharing of learning, ideas and information.
University of North London Mentoring Skills Event
On September 11th the University of North London hosted The Mentoring Skills Event.
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August 2000The Business of Change: Coaching featured on Australian National TV
On the 28th of August the ABC "Four Corners" current affairs programme featured coaching.
Business coaching discussed on Radio 4's Today programme
Business coaching was featured on the Today programme on Tuesday 8th August.
Good turn-out at the OSCM Conference
128 delegates turned out for the Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring Conference on Tuesday 11th July in Oxford.
Coaching and mentoring in the press
"Corporate Coaching" published in "The Actuary" July 2000. In a very positive article, Hilary Johnson explains that the development of human potential is critical to business success.
European Mentoring Centre and AMED announce a call for presenters for the Seventh Annual European Mentoring Conference
European Mentoring Centre and AMED announce a call for presenters for the Seventh Annual European Mentoring Conference to be held at Robinson College, Cambridge
on Thursday & Friday 23-24th November 2000
Mentoring and Coaching for Personal Development and Performance Conference, Friday 6th October, Swindon
Dr David Hemery and Sue Knight aim, in this one day conference, to enable delegates to discover the benefits of coaching and mentoring.
Network Directors to present mentoring workshop at International Women in Leadership Summit
Network directors Anna Britnor Guest and Pauline Willis will be running a one day pre-conference workshop at the Linkage International Women in Leadership Summit in Brussels on 6-9 November.
The Network to provide Women in Management coaching and mentoring workshop on 7th August
Anna Britnor Guest and Pauline Willis will be providing a regional workshop for Women in Management / Institute of Management. Entitled 'Coaching, mentoring - who needs it?'
"Deliver us from stress: coaches come to aid of executives" by Helena Pozniak
Independent on Sunday 30th July 2000
"Deliver us from stress: coaches come to aid of executives" by Helena Poznia
Clutterbuck Associates and Herts TEC launch on-line mentoring course
Clutterbuck Associates and Herts TEC launch on-line mentoring course:
The Effective Mentor:
An online course for developing mentoring capability
Opportunity to take part in academic research project investigating the effectiveness of mentoring relationships
David Clutterbuck invites mentors to take part in a research project aimed at investigating various aspects of mentoring relationships.
Mentor-Mentee(Protege) Relationships
Albert Haddad is currently writing a paper on mentor-mentee(protege) relationships. The main aspect that he is exploring is whether these relationships are liberating or oppressive.
The Network at Linkage Coaching & Mentoring Conference
The Coaching & Mentoring Network was invited to share the Industrial Society's stand at the conference held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel on July 3-6
CoachU Q&A
CoachU will be holding a telephone-based Q&A with a Senior Executive at Coach U on Wednesday, August 16th, 8pm USEastern time for 55 minutes...
CoachU - Notification of price change
CoachU's prices for the coach training programme will increase from $3495 will increase to $4295 effective 1st September 2000
Working Out! Mentoring homeless, unemployed people
Working Out! Mentoring homeless, unemployed people
A training and good practice guide with a foreword by Rt Hon Dr Mo Mowlam MP
Financial Times, August 1st 2000
"A mirror to self-knowledge" - by Marian Edumunds
The Financial Times featured this article exploring the value of life-coaching for executives and drawing some interesting distinctions between the US and UK styles of lifecoaching.
Research project investigating the effect of executive coaching on leadership
Sheila Kampa-Kosesch is a research student based in the Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program at Western Michigan University. Her key interests are in the area of consultation and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
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July 2000Coaching & Mentoring Conference finally arrives
After months of publicity and anticipation, the 3rd Annual Coaching & Mentoring Conference
has finally arrived.
Westminster Institute of Education M.A. in Coaching and Mentoring Practice
Hot off the press, The Network is pleased to be the first to announce this. Due to be officially announced at the Linkage Coaching & Mentoring Conference on 4th - 5th July we bring you the news as it happens!
The IEE launches mentoring scheme for members
The Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) is committed to supporting its members in their professional development. One way that individuals can enhance their development is
to use a mentor to challenge them...
The Network launches corporate coach and mentor membership
We are pleased to announce the launch of a free corporate membership for internal corporate
coaches and mentors.
The Executive Coaching Forum (ECF)
Setting the standard for Executive Coaching in the UK
In the last few years coaching has gained both momentum and popularity as a general
management and development tool.
The Network launches new look
Life on the web never stands still and the Coaching & Mentoring Network is no exception! In the ongoing roll-out of our site development plans we are now pleased to launch our 'new look'.
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June 200015% Discount off Linkage conference
Book your last minute place at the Linkage 3rd Annual Coaching & Mentoring conference through us and receive a 15% discount off the conference fee.
Oxford Brookes University Mentoring for SMEs Update
This month Oxford Brookes reaches phase three of this consultation / research process.
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May 2000SFEDI Achievement Awards
The Small Firms Enterprise Development Initiative are holding their 2000 Achievement Awards luncheon at the
Bank of England on Tuesday 9th May 2000
Coaching & Mentoring Network provides Q & A session for Virgin Biznet site
Coaching & Mentoring Network director Anna Britnor Guest recently provided Virgin Biznet
with a Question and Answer session on coaching... mentoring for SMEs.
Oxford Brookes University undertaking research into mentoring for SMEs
The Centre for Continuing Education at Oxford Brookes has received funding to undertake a small research project into the use of mentoring by SMEs.
Coaching & Mentoring Network powers Industrial Society coaching register
The Industrial Society has contracted The Coaching & Mentoring Network to provide a managed
Coaching Register database on their website.
National Mentoring Network researching mentoring accreditation options
The National Mentoring Network (NMN) has commissioned research into the
qualification/accreditation options available to individuals and organisations involved in mentoring.
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April 2000The European Mentoring Centre seeks
contributors for coaching / mentoring handbook
Whilst much has been written about the broad processes of coaching and mentoring, much less has been
written about the detailed practical approaches which can be applied in different circumstances.
Input requested by researcher
The Network has received a request for input from an individual undertaking research into the field of mentoring in business, the effect this can have on employee turnover and the effects of culture on mentoring programmes.
Coaching & Mentoring Network upgrades- feedback sought
We're committed to making this site as useful, content-rich and user-friendly as we can and we hope that you like the new features we've added in this latest round of upgrades.
West Midlands Autistic Society implementing pilot
mentoring/coaching scheme - involvement sought
West Midlands Autistic Society (WMAS) are currently implementing a pilot project for people experiencing
Aspergers Syndrome.
Mentoring in the Press
The March edition of Accountancy magazine featured a two page article on mentoring by Jenny Hirschkorn. Entitled 'A Helping Hand'..
Two new books from OSCM director -
coming soon
Two new books by Eric Parsloe, director of the Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring, are due to be published by
Kogan Page on May 1st:
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March 2000Clutterbuck Associates seeks Associates!
Clutterbuck Associates is an organisation that provides the marketing support for mentoring activities
and one to one development. They are intending to develop Team Learning products...
Oxford School of Coaching and Mentoring Annual Conference
The Oxford School of Coaching and Mentoring has released details of their forthcoming Annual Conference
'Practical Perspectives of Coaching and Mentoring'.
3rd International Coaching and Mentoring Conference
The European Coaching and Mentoring Conference is a world renowned event for HR Executives, Leadership
and Executive Development Professionals, Organisational and Career Development Specialists and other...
The Coaching & Mentoring Network at the Linkage Knowledge Management Conference
The Coaching & Mentoring Network is supporting the Industrial Society's post-conference workshop at
the Linkage Knowledge Management Conference on Thursday 9th March.
E-Mentoring: The advantages and disadvantages of
using email to support distant mentoring - research paper
Amanda Harrington was commissioned by Hertfordshire TEC to produce this piece of research.
Weekend mentor training programme funded by the pre-school learning alliance, agents for the millennium lottery commission
Khalid Abdullah describes the course:
'I am training 'Mentors for Healthy Living'
Life of a coach potato
Lucy Kellaway, the Financial Times, Monday 14th February 2000
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February 2000Searching for a coach or mentor gets easier
It is now easier to search for a coach or mentor
using our online searchable database.
Coaching & Mentoring Network website upgrade programme
This website is undergoing a major upgrade which is rolling out from the end of March. Look out
for a more graphical style, new resources and information plus easy navigation.
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December 1999Latest articles
The Coaching & Mentoring
Network keeps its eyes and ears peeled for articles on coaching and mentoring
in the paper and electronic press
Latest coaching events
Check out the Coaching Events section for the latest events, including events from the Oxford School of Coaching & Mentoring.
Free course on Mentoring (EU funded) for London businesses
MANAGING ADAPTABILITY IN BUSINESS MENTORING JANUARY - JUNE 2000
New coaching / mentoring books
Director of the Oxford School of Coaching and Mentoring, Eric Parsloe has announced provisional dates
for the publication by Kogan Page of his latest books:
Company productivity: the cost of sickness
According to the Health & Safety Executive, workplace accidents and ill-health cost companies between
£2.3 and 5.3 billion during 1995-6...
Measure your effectiveness as a mentor
Even the best mentors need professional
development. Andrew Gibbons, management and development consultant focusing on 'real learning', has produced a draft questionnaire for mentors to assess...
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October 1999The Coaching & Mentoring Network in the press
There is a strong commitment to raise awareness
of the Coaching & Mentoring Network via the press.
The Coaching & Mentoring Network: Legal resource
The Network announces another first - this
time a legal resource for the site.(/p>
The Coaching & Mentoring Network launches specialised workshop programme in alliance with the Oxford Development Centre
Claudia Herbert, a qualified clinical psychologist
and executive coach will facilitate a series of workshops commencing in February 2000.
European Coaching Conference 2000
A number of coaches from across Europe have
joined forces to create a European coaching conference in September 2000 in Switzerland.
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