{"title":"Mark McKergow","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the inspiring world of Mark McKergow, a renowned author celebrated for his insightful contributions to the fields of self-help, personal development, and business. In this collection, you will find groundbreaking books that delve into the practical applications of the Solutions Focus approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMark McKergow is best known for his influential work, \u003cem\u003eThe Solutions Focus\u003c\/em\u003e, and its highly regarded third edition. These books are essential reads for anyone looking to foster change and achieve success through simple yet powerful techniques. Whether you're aiming to enhance your personal growth or boost your business acumen, Mark's accessible and methodical approach provides valuable strategies to tackle challenges effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Mark McKergow's collection and discover how small changes can lead to significant transformations in both your personal and professional life. Uncover the art of focusing on solutions rather than problems, and make strides towards a more fulfilling and productive future.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-solutions-focus-3rd-edition-by-paul-z-jackson-9781399816526","title":"The Solutions Focus, 3rd edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSolutions Focus Practice\u003c\/b\u003e is transforming coaching, consulting, and leadership in organisations all over the world. A powerful yet simple approach to positive change, a solutions focus approach to people problems explores what works in a given situation and aims to do more of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Solutions Focus\u003c\/i\u003e is the definitive guide to this revolutionary yet practical alternative to conventional wisdom. It demonstrates how the unique SIMPLE method of working sidesteps the search for the causes of trouble and heads directly for the solution. Today, national solutions focus associations around the world, from Sweden to Australia, base their training on the methods explained here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSolutions focus is in widespread use by consultants, coaches, facilitators, and managers. It can be applied at one-to-one, group, or organisational levels. Applications include health and wellbeing, sales and negotiation, team building and leadership, performance management, organisational strategy, and even peace-building and climate resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis long-awaited new edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Solutions Focus\u003c\/i\u003e is fully revised and updated for today's executive, career, and life coaches. It includes the transformative OSKAR coaching framework, one of the most used throughout the coaching world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRevisions to this acclaimed book include updates throughout to position it in the contemporary landscape. Next-generation developments are fully covered, including new research on embodiment and experience, the role of hosting rather than directing, and the importance of detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew case studies from around the world, including Nestlé, Kraft, Tate, and Canon, continue the book's legacy of learning from real cases by looking closely at what happens and how it works. Finally, new material exploring improvisation and co-constructed stories completes the update and will ensure this book remains the leader in its field for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46723887333612,"sku":"9781399816526","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10533323482686.jpg?v=1754699261"},{"product_id":"the-solutions-focus-by-paul-z-jackson-9781904838067","title":"The Solutions Focus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a new and updated edition of this acclaimed first business book on the powerful, simple yet subtle approach to positive change in people, teams, and organisations. Used around the world by a wide range of people, professions, and organisations, the first edition has now sold nearly 10,000 copies and been translated into 7 languages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncluding new chapters reflecting the increasing importance of coaching and the solutions focus movement in the business environment, this wide-ranging book is filled with all the most important ideas, case examples, and practical tips for managers, facilitators, and consultants. Proven in many fields and with a distinguished intellectual heritage, \u003ci\u003eThe Solutions Focus\u003c\/i\u003e provides a simple and direct route to progress in your organisation. It focuses on: solutions—not problems; in between: the action is in the interaction; make use of what's there; possibilities—past, present, and future; and language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery case is different. The trouble with traditional approaches to people problems is that they assume a straightforward relationship between cause and effect, between a problem and its solution. A solutions-focused approach sidesteps the search for the causes of a problem and heads straight for the solution, showing you how to envisage your preferred future and quickly take steps forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors present a set of practical techniques, including specific forms of questioning that lead to immediate action and results. They show how to identify what is working in your organisation and amplify it to make useful changes; to focus on what is possible rather than what is intractable and how to be solution focused, not solution forced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46869031649516,"sku":"9781904838067","price":51.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5306533482866.jpg?v=1759781678"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/mark-mckergow.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}