The Complete Handbook of Coaching
Third Edition
Case Study
Read this case study:
Coaching Ourselves - the best way to lear by Edgar Schein
Discussion Questions:
- This case study suggests that we need to learn how to learn. Do you agree with this proposition or do we learn naturally?
- If we do in fact need to learn how to learn what must an organization do to prepare learners to be effective peer coaches?
- Looking at what Schein has suggested, where could you implement a T group or peer coaching program (one-on-one or as a group) within your organization? What positive gains might you expect to achieve from this initiative?
- What stops us from wanting to learn formally from peers either one on one or in a group? If Schein suggests it is an extremely valuable exercise, what assumptions and/or obstacles exist that might prevent us from embracing peer coaching in the workplace or educational setting?