Affiliation:
1. California State University, Fullerton, USA
Abstract
This chapter will explore the coaching relationship and holistic coaching strategies for individual and organizational success that emphasize 1) coach and partner whole self-awareness, 2) vulnerability, 3) the importance of care and empathy in effective coaching, 4) building trust and quieting ego, and 5) coaching and collaboration. Although the authors use the profession of student affairs as the main premise, higher education leaders who are interested in developing successful performance improvement strategies from a holistic coaching perspective will benefit from this chapter.