Our Book
Persyou is proud to share our latest book revealing some of the key processes established by our Founder, Nicholas McKie, to revolutionise coaching.
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Transform your coaching
In this thought-provoking and compelling book, Nicholas McKie highlights the emergence of coaching as the key approaches you can harness to meet the challenges in today’s rapidly changing educational world.
“This is a brilliant book for leaders and stakeholders in any school. Coaching plays a big role in developing team work. After reading this book, school leaders will understand the importance and significance of coaching. A must read!.”
"I knew immediately that anything Nicholas would write on the subject of coaching would be good and it is. Thoughtful, practical and well evidenced. Do read it."
“All Ways Coaching is an authentic and informed resource on a growing area in education, from a sector leading coach. Nicholas’ book complements his superb skills as a coach, shaping leadership and coaching in schools across the world.”
“Nicholas has written the definitive guide on coaching. It’s a must read - very accessible, concise and gets to the point. There are plenty of useful strategies to help you understand and create a coaching culture in your own setting. Highly recommended!”
“In this superb review of the relevant research, combined with his own significant experience, Nicholas brings to life how a coaching approach can transform so many important areas in the working life of teachers and school leaders in any setting, including those in an international context. Highly recommended”.
“All ways coaching is an apt title. Coaching methodologies are embedded in Nick’s leadership practice, his work with university students, and in his support of fellow professionals. This approach, and Nick’s experiences, are neatly distilled within these pages. If you’d like to embed coaching into your daily practice, the book will make an ideal coaching partner”.
Read an extract
Dialogue is a particular type of conversation. When we engage in dialogue we come prepared to do two things:
1. Listen without prejudice to what the other person is saying, suspending our convictions, opinions and beliefs.
2. Say what needs to be said, respectfully.
Dialogue is not the same as skilled conversation. Skilled conversation is the coming together of people with an agenda. A meeting of any type is a good example of this. Skilled conversation tends to be about negotiation and compromise. Often, little new arises from skilled conversation.
Trusting the dialogue to do its work can mean at times feeling apprehensive about potential turbulence and discomfort – this is always possible in an open, undirected and unfettered space. It can also create an atmosphere of anticipation and expectation. Let go of the reins, adopt an open mindset and accept that you do not know the direction in which the coaching may go. This is a real strength as it allows new ideas and opinions to surface.
What our clients say
“Having worked with Nick for over a year as my leadership coach, I can unequivocally say that his impact on my professional growth has been profound. Nick’s personalised coaching style resonates deeply and effectively. He has a unique talent for identifying areas of potential that I was previously unaware of and has guided me not only to
recognise these but also to turn them into strengths.
His coaching has refined my approach to challenges, enabling me to lead with greater confidence, clarity, and perspective. What sets Nick apart is his authentic investment in my success”
“Starting my first Senior Leadership position could have been a daunting experience. However, my confidence soared due to my coaching sessions with Nick at Persyou. Nick gave me a safe space to believe in myself and trust my abilities to make effective decisions that benefit our students and staff. Nick can naturally help you overcome challenges by harnessing the leadership qualities you already have. I highly recommend Nick’s coaching sessions for those stepping into leadership positions”
"Coaching by Nicholas has indeed been an enriching experience. It helped me to gain a deeper understanding of the coaching spectrum and skills for leading and coaching my team in a smoother and efficient way. It not only inspired me to use improved questioning but also made me more self-aware and responsible towards my own learning development."
"Having been a Headteacher in three schools and a competitor in Crossfit and Badminton, life has always been very busy and well occupied and balanced. Starting a new job in my fifth London local authority, a new headship, with an injury highlighted just how important professional coaching is. Nick at Persyou has been key to facilitating this space for me, where challenges as leaders come thick and fast, composure, calm and acceptance of reality were key components of our sessions. Will absolutely recommend Nick and Persyou to leaders – to me it has become just as important as my health and fitness!"
“As a coach, Nick has really challenged my thinking. Nick has asked questions that have encouraged me to reflect on my leadership journey and supported me in finding the answers. Nick's coaching has been truly inspiring.”
"Nicholas' skilful and informed practice has made significant positive difference on my own thinking and therefore is helping my colleagues and the institution I lead. I would thoroughly recommend Nicholas' coaching."
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