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Hope Theory - A Brief Summary |
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| What can help us keep moving toward a goal, even when the path isn't obvious?
Hope theory offers one answer. |
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Drawing on the work of Snyder and Lopez (2005), Campbell and van Nieuwerburgh (2018) summarise the key elements of hope theory: agency thinking - the intention, confidence and drive to pursue a goal - and pathways thinking - the ability to map out realistic routes to get there. This theory underpins Growth Coaching International’s GROWTH Framework, which encourages a clear, detailed picture of what's wanted (rather than dwelling on what isn't), identifying and affirming existing strengths and resources, pinpointing small steps towards the desired future, and regularly monitoring what's working, doing more of it, and changing course when it isn't. |
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In case you missed it, our new Professional Learning Guide is out now!
Whether you're mapping out the year ahead or thinking further into the future, this guide is designed to support your planning into 2027 and beyond - covering our full range of courses, services and consultancy options.
Interested in chatting with our team about what could work best in your context? Reach out to us at: info@growthcoaching.com.au |
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Coaching in Education Podcast |
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Building a Coaching Culture: SJI International 18 Months On
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What happens when coaching moves from being an initiative to becoming part of the fabric of a school? |
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Around 18 months ago, host Richard Reid spoke with Russell Bennett and Steve Fantom from St Joseph’s Institution International School in Singapore about their journey towards developing a coaching culture.
In this revisit episode, we explore what has happened since - with Russell and Steve sharing honest reflections on what they have learned about creating the conditions in which coaching can genuinely flourish. |
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The insights Richard and Dan share in this episode remind us that the simplicity of a well-phrased question can have profound effects on the coaching process. |
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By refining our questioning techniques, we not only enhance our coaching practice but also contribute to the development of those we support. As you move forward, consider how the questions you ask can shape your interactions and foster deeper connections.
Discover more in this episode below! |
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Coaching Accreditation Program |
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| Designed for educators by educators, the Coaching Accreditation Programprovides comprehensive training for educators in the skills, conversational frameworks, and "way of being" of coaching.
Delivered ONLINE by leading experts in the field, this course provides a pathway to industry recognised coaching credentials with EMCC Global. |
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“What stood out most was how powerful the course is for both personal and professional growth. You really don’t just learn about coaching; you actually experience how impactful it can be from both a coach and coachee perspective.”
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| UPCOMING COHORTS:
Commencement dates below |
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| | ^ Last chance to register! ^ |
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Introduction to Leadership Coaching |
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| Are you or your team new to coaching, and curious where to start?
Experience leadership coaching with hands-on practice, feedback, and collaborative learning with the 2-day Introduction to Leadership Coachingcourse.
Gain confidence and competence in using the 3 elements of coaching - the GROWTH framework, key coaching skills, and Way of Being - to foster a culture of growth, improvement, and excellence within your educational community. |
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| "This course has given me lots to think about, lots of new strategies and skills to try, and more confidence in evidence based best practice when having effective coaching conversations.” |
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"A very enjoyable and practical course that I have already begun using straight away. It clarified how to maintain a coaching conversation whilst still offering ideas ” |
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The Impact Cycle 2-day course is designed to support educators in establishing instructional coaching cycles that lead to improved teaching and student learning.
The course is for anyone who works alongside teachers to help them develop their practice. |
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Exploring the Seven Success Factors of Instructional Coaching |
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How can we make instructional coaching effective?
For over 20 years, Dr Jim Knight has researched instructional coaching and collaborated with over 150,000 instructional coaches. From this work, we have distilled his findings into Seven Success Factors that are critical for instructional coaching to work.
During this 1-day course, you will explore the Seven Success Factors as a blueprint for establishing, administering, and assessing an effective instructional coaching program that is laser-focused on every educator’s ultimate goal: the success of students. |
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Growth Talk: Managing ‘Got a Minute?’ Conversations |
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Conversation is at the heart of learning and leading.
This course explores a common leadership moment: the spontaneous “got a minute?” conversation. These unscheduled corridor chats or knocks on the door aren’t in your calendar and leave no time to prepare, yet they offer powerful opportunities to support thinking, progress, and learning in the moment.
Over a highly practical day participants will explore how to bring shape to impromptu other-initiated conversations; the key skills that fuel learning conversations; and how to show up in ways that best support the thinking and progress of our colleagues. |
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Leading Reflective Practice |
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Leading Reflective Practice introduces participants to reflective practice as a powerful capability for coaches, leaders and mentors who want to deepen their impact, sharpen their professional judgement and intentionally support the growth of others.
This course blends theory, live experience and practical tools that can be applied immediately - particularly for those establishing or leading reflective practice groups. |
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| It is recommended that participants have at least 12 months experience as a coach, mentor or leader to support leading reflective practice with others. |
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Solutions Focus Coaching Masterclass |
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Solutions Focus Masterclass is an advanced-skills course diving into Solutions Focus and the way in which it integrates with the GROWTH Framework and 'key coaching skills'.
Solutions Focus, a powerful yet subtle approach to positive change, supports educators to work with change, emergence and the unexpected more confidently. Practical and versatile, it applies to any interaction - with teams, staff, or in personal conversations - and builds greater awareness of the impact of language, supporting more skilful use of it. |
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This is an advanced coaching skills course. Participants must have attended the Introduction to Leadership Coaching course or the Coaching Accreditation Program. Participants should also have experience of applying their coaching skills in their workplace roles. |
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