American Cancer Society develops coaches of its own: Not‐for‐profit organization fosters high‐performance learning culture
Human Resource Management International Digest
ISSN: 0967-0734
Article publication date: 7 June 2011
Abstract
Purpose
Outlines the steps and processes used by the American Cancer Society, a not‐for‐profit organization, when creating and implementing an internal‐coaching capacity.
Design/methodology/approach
Examines the design, implementation, successes and key learning points of the creation of an internal‐coaching program.
Findings
Reveals that organizations can build an internal‐coaching capacity using current talent and limited external resources to benefit the development of targeted staff.
Practical implications
Details steps required to build a coaching cadre.
Social implications
Highlights the flexibility that has helped to ensure that the program has remained relevant and sustainable in a precarious business climate while still being responsive to changing organizational, coach and client needs.
Originality/value
Provides an alternative to buying coaching from outside and outlines the benefits to building an internal capacity.
Keywords
Citation
(2011), "American Cancer Society develops coaches of its own: Not‐for‐profit organization fosters high‐performance learning culture", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 19 No. 4, pp. 23-26. https://doi.org/10.1108/09670731111140711
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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