Short description
Provides an overview of using psychometrics and providing feedback. This book offers explanations of the key models and tools used in coaching. It covers tools such as: MBTI, OPQ, Wave, ELQ, MTQ 48, VIA and CTT. It also provides you with an understanding of the models, the theory and research.
Long description
There is a growing demand for psychometric testing in the coaching profession. Coaches and practitioners alike need to understand the psychology underpinning the tests as well as how to select and apply them effectively. Written by an international team of global coaching practitioners, this book provides an overview of using psychometrics and providing feedback, and offers clear explanations of the key models and tools used in coaching today. The tools covered include MBTI, OPQ, Wave, ELQ, MTQ 48, VIA, CTT and many more. Whether you are new to using psychometric tests or an experienced practitioner, this book provides you with a deeper understanding of the models, the theory and research behind them, their reliability and validity, and how to implement them as part of a wider coaching and development programme.
Review
This book fills an important gap in the coaching literature. Psychometric data figures increasingly in the background materials coachees bring to the learning alliance and the book provides valuable guidance on how to make safe, effective use of a wide range of instruments. Professor David Clutterbuck, Clutterbuck Associates Executive coaches are increasingly aware that our observations are invariably biased, distorted and selective. While that is part of the charm and power of coaching, this textbook is invaluable in balancing our sometimes overly subjective perception. Erik de Haan, Director of Centre for Coaching, Ashridge Business School A very timely book. Both coaching and psychometrics are fast growing areas. Psychometric test results help build the foundation on which effective coaching rests. Any coach should know this information. Professor John Rust, The Psychometrics Centre, University of Cambridge