{"product_id":"arise-isbn-9781394160396","title":"Arise","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA hands-on guide for transformational coaches working in school environments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eArise: The Art of Transformational Coaching\u003c\/i\u003e, renowned author and coach Elena Aguilar delivers a compelling and inspirational message about how to coach in the face of daunting challenges. In the book, you’ll learn how to listen expansively in a coaching conversation, how to plan conversations effectively, how to coach across lines of racial difference, how to coach resistant teachers, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou’ll learn how best to impact your clients’ “3 B’s”: beliefs, behaviors, and ways of being and explore illuminating case studies that highlight and illustrate the concepts discussed in the book. You’ll also find:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA Transformational Coaching Rubric 2.0 providing detailed explanations of all relevant coaching domains and indicators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive discussions of the reasoning and theory underlying the practical strategies explained within\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTechniques for developing, maintaining, and applying emotional intelligence in your work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn indispensable “how-to” guide for transformational coaches working in school environments, \u003ci\u003eArise: The Art of Transformational Coaching \u003c\/i\u003eis the hands-on and practical roadmap to results that professionals in this area have been waiting for.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author xxi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xxvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword by \u003ci\u003eAlexandrea Creer Kahn\u003c\/i\u003e xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvery Child, Every Day 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn Overview of This Book 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom London to Oakland to Nairobi 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bridge to Everything 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Transformational Coaching: Why No One Can Learn from You If You Think They Suck 21\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Transformational Coaching Conversation 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching Is Professional Development 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Core Principles of Transformational Coaching 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour Theories of Action That Drive Transformational Coaching 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Transformational Coach’s Essential Beliefs 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing Traditional Instructional Coaching with Transformational Coaching 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Impact of Transformational Coaching 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 A Transformational Coach’s Ways of Being: How to Create the Conditions for Transformation 57\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Primary Role of Emotional Intelligence 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Dispositions of a Transformational Coach 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeople Remember How You Made Them Feel 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 The Foundational Abilities: The Cornerstones of Transformational Coaching 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Coach a Teacher Who Opposes the New Curriculum 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching the Three Bs 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Trust 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCultivating Agency 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNavigating Power Dynamics 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll We Need Is 15 Minutes 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 How to Listen: This Will Change Your Life 119\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Is Listening? 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon Obstacles to Deep Listening 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Be a Good Listener 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Joy of Listening 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Fifty Questions to Ask: And Four Types to Avoid 139\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Not to Do 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhenever Possible, Be Quiet 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Hardest Coaching Skill of All 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Coaching Stances 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt’s Not About the Nail 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFive Coaching Survival Phrases 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Little More on What to Say and How to Say It 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForget the Stems, Remember the Source 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Listen, Think, Respond: Inside the Mind of a Transformational Coach 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Three Steps in a Transformational Coaching Conversation 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn Overview of the Thinking Tools 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvery Conversation Counts 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 What You Need to Know About Emotions: And Why You Don’t Need to Be a Therapist 189\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBut I’m Not a Therapist 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Is It So Hard to Deal with Emotions? 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat You Need to Know About Emotions 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStressed, Tired, and Overwhelmed 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrauma-Informed Coaching 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Did You Stop Dancing? 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 How to Coach Emotions: Without Making Things Weird 221\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddress Core Human Needs 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse ACE Emotions 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eACE Emotions in Action 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoach into the Spheres of Influence 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse Strength- Based Coaching 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdditional Considerations When Coaching Emotions 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 How to Coach Resistance and Resilience: It’s Easier— and Harder— Than You Think 257\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Is Resistance? 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResistance Is Optional 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCan Someone Be Uncoachable? 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Respond to Resistance 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Cultivate Resilience 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWitness and Behold 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 How to Coach Ways of Being: Coach the Person, Not the Problem 295\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Complexity of a Way of Being 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching Core Values 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching Personality Traits 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoach the Person, Not the Problem 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 How to Coach Beliefs: Change the Story, Change the Reality 317\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing Beliefs 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnpacking Helpful and Harmful Stories 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNaming the Stories 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Beliefs 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrust the Process 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 What You Need to Know About Equity: And Why We Must Start with Race 341\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Focus on Racial Equity 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePower, Privilege, and Identity 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Is Racism? 349\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Racism Manifests in Schools 354\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Is to Be Done? 358\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 How to Coach for Equity: On Building Bridges 361\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho, What, When, Where, and Why Coach for Equity 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCultivating Identity Awareness 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Calling People Out Doesn’t Work 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Change Beliefs 374\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat to Say When You Hear Something Racist: A Cheat Sheet 386\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Navigate All the Emotions 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 How to Coach Behaviors: It’s Time to Close the Gaps 395\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Do a Classroom Observation 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Gaps Framework 407\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdult Learning Principles 417\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning the Debrief 422\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Coach an Open, Receptive, “Easy” Teacher 427\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 The Art of Transformational Coaching: Heart-Centered Coaching 435\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Coaching Lenses 436\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Coaching Lenses to Plan 439\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Art of a Transformational Coaching Conversation 446\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflecting on a Coaching Conversation 458\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThings We Don’t Talk About, Yet 461\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion: All You Need Is Love 465\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 467\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Transformational Coaching Mini-Rubric 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: The Core Emotions 477\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: The Coaching Lenses 481\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 489\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eELENA AGUILAR\u003c\/b\u003e is the CEO of Bright Morning, the author of 8 books, and the host of the Bright Morning podcast. She has trained tens of thousands of educators in strategies to create thriving teams, cultivate resilience, and make every conversation count towards building a more just and equitable world.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnlock the power of Transformational Coaching in school environments\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eArise \u003c\/i\u003eis the definitive, empowering guide to navigating the complexities of coaching within educational settings. Renowned author and coach Elena Aguilar reveals how to overcome challenges and inspire meaningful change. She explores coaching across racial differences and strategies for engaging resistant teachers, providing invaluable tools for transformative impact. Through her illuminating insights and case studies, readers will witness the profound influence of coaching on beliefs, behaviors, and ways of being.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vital resource features a new Transformational Coaching Rubric, in-depth discussions of coaching theory, and practical techniques for harnessing emotional intelligence. Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just starting out, this book is your roadmap to achieving tangible results in the dynamic landscape of educational coaching. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e “Elena Aguilar is the Queen of Educational Coaching. If you can only read one of her books, this is it. The term Transformational Coaching is not a catchphrase: this book guides us through a holistic process to transform the work and life of both the teacher and the coach to become more effective and more meaningful.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—RON BERGER\u003c\/b\u003e, author and Senior Advisor, EL Education \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This book empowers leaders to thrive by offering opportunities for deep reflection as well as accessible and actionable frameworks that expand our capacity to coach others. \u003ci\u003eArise \u003c\/i\u003ewill not only transform your practice, but will also create systemic change in educational systems we work in one coaching conversation at a time.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—DAISY SALAZAR-GARZA\u003c\/b\u003e, KIPP School Leader \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eArise \u003c\/i\u003eprovides a comprehensive roadmap for both veteran and aspiring coaches, empowering them to become agents of transformation in a world hungering for empathy, connection and healing.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—MEENA SRINIVASAN\u003c\/b\u003e, Executive Director of Transformative Educational Leadership (TEL) and author of \u003ci\u003eTeach, Breathe, Learn \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eSEL Every Day\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Elena has done it again. \u003ci\u003eArise \u003c\/i\u003eis a literal masterpiece. Full of deeply personal reflections, radically supportive scripts, and loads of opportunities to explore one’s patterns, beliefs, and experiences, this book is a game-changer for any human being. I even used the strategies with my teenagers and partner; this content is not just applicable in a professional setting, but in a personal context as well.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Maia Heyck-Merlin\u003c\/b\u003e, Founder \u0026amp; CEO, The Together Group; author of \u003ci\u003eThe Together Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Together Leader\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Together Teammate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Since the pandemic, schools and organizations have often struggled to rebuild community and trust. \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e builds on the foundations of Elena Aguilar's impactful prior work, giving practical strategies and case studies to support the well-being of students, teachers, and administrators alike.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Liz SoHyeon Kleinrock\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Want change? No one knows more about leveraging the human side of change than Elena. In her deeply optimistic new book \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e, Elena shows how Transformational Coaching—yes, coaching that is literally transformational—is the key to improving teacher practice and creating a school community where we all thrive. This book is exactly what we need so our students and our schools can flourish.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jenn David-Lang\u003c\/b\u003e, Founder, THE MAIN IDEA and Learn \u0026amp; Lead Masterminds\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e is an incredible compilation of ALL Elena's best work. This book will help any coach or supervisor continually practice becoming a better coach for their team and help any organization get closer to actualizing the full potential of each human being.  To ‘Arise’ means to put in the effective effort and reflection necessary to improve yourself as a coach and immensely transform the lives of those who work with one another to improve systems for all of us.  If we believe in ourselves and others desire to bring and become our best selves, we will all Arise!” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Shanie J. Keelean\u003c\/b\u003e, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, Rush-Henrietta Central School District\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e should be required reading for all coaches and instructional leaders! It addresses the too often overlooked nuisances and soft skills of being an instructional coach head on, in an authentic way. It provides its readers with emotionally intelligent strategies and mindset shifts that are vital if you are serious about becoming a transformational coach.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Deidra Fogarty\u003c\/b\u003e, Black Girls Teach\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Elena Aguilar has beautifully and cogently unpacked the ‘behind the scenes’ thinking and skills that will assist any coach who desires to transform education through her coaching conversations.  With its use of real-world scenarios and practical coaching language supports, \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e will support every reader, no matter her role, in developing her coaching mindset (and skill set).  Brava and thank you, Elena for another wonderful contribution to our field.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jennifer Abrams\u003c\/b\u003e, Communications Consultant and author of several books, including \u003ci\u003eHaving Hard Conversations\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eStretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Elena’s human-centered approach is revolutionary, and offers an accessible path to the nuances of transformational coaching and a deeper understanding of ourselves and others.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Angela Watson\u003c\/b\u003e, Founder of TruthforTeachers.com\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“As a school principal, I find \u003ci\u003eArise \u003c\/i\u003eto be a must-read, transformative coaching guide that sharply focuses on emotions, behaviors, and beliefs to establish systems that support effective coaching and staff development. This book is essential for every school leader committed to educational equity—every child, every day.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—James Allrich\u003c\/b\u003e, Principal, Argyle Middle School; Maryland Principal of the Year (2023)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“This phenomenal book sets the bar high, calling in every educator and coach to recognize the power of showing up and removing barriers for students even if it requires our own shift, vulnerability, and discomfort. With \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e, Elena inspires all of us to create conditions for positive transformation for our students (and ourselves) to explore, learn, and thrive.”\u003cb\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—Danielle Nava-Mijares\u003c\/b\u003e, CEO \u0026amp; Educational Strategist, Nava Consulting LLC\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“At a time when educational coaches are told they must help clients interpret data, navigate divisive politics, and implement revolving improvement initiatives, Elena Aguilar reminds us that just as effective educators strive to educate the whole child, we must support the whole adult educating the child. \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e is a brilliant, beautiful, and hopeful synthesis of Elena Aguilar’s prior work and experiences. It is the definitive guidebook to transformational coaching. If you want to coach people instead of initiatives, this book is for you.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Brendan Wilson\u003c\/b\u003e, Principal Coach, Anchorage School District\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Aguilar’s \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e reminds us to trust teachers. In this book, her transformative coaching model is elevated as she reaffirms personhood as the path to creating the conditions that allow teachers to do their best thinking in pursuit of improving their practice.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Zaretta Hammond\u003c\/b\u003e, teacher-educator and author of \u003ci\u003eCulturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e is a revelation. This book is an invaluable gift for coaches in any field, but particularly education, \u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e isn’t a toolbox, it’s a profound invitation. It challenges and supports its readers to build and sustain relationships and communities that foster learning and belonging. In this beautiful, rejuvenating text, Elena Aguilar offers a blueprint for building a better world—one where every child is valued, every adult is a partner for transformation, and every human being’s dignity is treasured.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Garrett Bucks\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Right Kind of White\u003c\/i\u003e and founder of The Barnraisers Project\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eArise\u003c\/i\u003e is a comprehensive resource for those committed to supporting pre-service teachers through collaborative coaching conversations. 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