Coaching Books

So you didn't play much baseball as a kid. Or, maybe you played so much baseball that you know too much to work with your inexperienced kids without loosing your patience.

This handbook has it all. How do you get a 4 year old to throw a ball effectively? Not an easy task for someone with a short attention span an no idea what you are talking about. Swing a bat level? Why bother when you can hack at the ball like a woodsman? Tips, techniques, and pictures either teach a parent what is important, or remind him or her what they have known for so long they have forgetten to pass it along.

These are just a couple of examples of the problems I faced in teaching baseball to my kids and areas the handbook was helpful. From catching, throwing and hitting for the youngest of players, all the way through to strategy, baserunning and conditioning for older players. This book will help you get them started on the right track and help them help themselves when they are old enough to read on their own.

Talk yourself into coaching your kid's team so you can be sure they get quality instruction - only to find that the parents are the ones who drive you to give it up? This handbook can help you lay the groundwork up front that will turn your parents into assets.

I could go on and on. This book may not have everything you will ever need, but it does have something useful about everything. A great read and a great resource.

This is the best in-depth instruction geared toward youth basketball that I have read. It gives parents and coaches step by step instructions for teaching the fundamentals of basketball to young players.

Bertman shows why he is the greatest college coach of all time. His book is full of tips for every position and drills to help correct player's weak points. A very valuable source for all coaches and parents who want to help their child reach their full potential.

Having been both a player, coach and referee for many years, I found Dr. Brown's work to be a complete text on coaching youth soccer. This handbook takes the reader through the basics of developing a new soccer club, working with parents and the players and provides a comprehensive understanding the roles and responsibilities of the the coach, players and parents. Included are indepth descriptions (with diagrams and photographs) starting with basic soccer movements and going through complex team drills. If one had to pick only a single book on the game of soccer, this handbook would be it.

Youth Tennis is another great book from the author of Coaching Tennis, Total Tennis Training, and Winning Tennis, Chuck Kriese. This book provides all that a beginning player needs to know about improving thier game.

One of my favorite soccer books. I love how it really educates the reader about specific details of zone defense. Usually I finish a book and wonder why certain things weren't covered... not this book; It has effective illustrations, is highly detailed and very specific. I was happy that this book provided an in depth education about an aspect of the game. And if you want team drills and exercises, there are many of those as well. It thoroughly educates the reader in a comprehensive way as opposed too just a book of drills. If you want to learn about zone soccer/zone defense then trust that this book is a must have. It could be that there are details offered about zone soccer that you are unlikely to come across otherwise. After reading this book, I now wonder how other authorities could not offer some of this info that seems so fundamental to zone defense. Great, great book.


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A great source of information on the Law of Attraction and how to apply it. An Easy read and feel it has helped me to attract that which I want. Also another book Living The Secret Everyday: My Secret Workbook has guided me through its workbook, exercises and journal. Also a must read.

A great guide to learning what and how to use the Law of Attraction. I believe he covers alot of territory and of course, there are many books out there on this subject since The Secret brought this to the forefront.
I have also read Living The Secret Everyday: My Secret Workbook another guide using the interactive workbook approach with all its many exercises reinforces and helps one follow the Law of Attraction.

The book is easy to read and very practical.
I am thankful that the author took the time to write and share with all of us.

I was very satisfied with this book. I wanted something that would practically give instruction as to how to achieve results with the law of attraction and this book is it. It doesn't get into all the philosophy of it, but there are other books that do that, which is what I wanted. Great instructional book, easy to read, and doesn't take a lot of time. I especially liked that the worksheets could be downloaded from the author's website.

Losier's book is a good introduction to the Law of Attraction(LOA) for those who appreciate a more practical step-by-step approach. Its easy to read and I think Losier's worksheets and examples are helpful in breaking down more abstract concepts in a way that everyone can relate to. If you have any skepticism, about the LOA this might be a good start. You will see value in beginning to organize your thoughts about what you want and how you feel about those things. On some level, though, you do need to accept the workings of the LOA. Losier may gloss over these in an effort to reach a broader audience, but he does credit Abraham-Hicks for much of his inspiration and information, so the next step would be to go directly to the source and then your understanding of, and ability to use, the LOA will really take off. I'd give it 3.5 stars if I could.

Note: Many have criticized this book for its short length, but content is what matters. For the price, it is good value if you are new to the LOA, after a short read, you'll know enough to start "using" the LOA, which is the whole point.

This book is one of the best I've ever read. Some people assume that once one has what it takes to advance in one's career, there's no stopping one. This book makes a solid case that many people who achieve initial success later reach a ceiling that has nothing to do with their abilities - it is determined by their weaknesses. This book describes a clear methodology for determining and addressing 20 common weaknesses. Further, the book illustrates many of these so clearly that it was possible for me to see some of them in myself directly. Probably the best thing about the book, is that it points out relatively simple ways almost anyone can improve their interpersonal skills. I think I'm going to be re-reading it quarterly to help me keep these practices in mind. Fortunately the book is so well written, it's hard to put down.

Marshall Goldsmith illustrates the concept of focusing the mind on positive ways of thinking. He has provided "20 annoying habits". He has written how they need to be "eliminated"; until your thoughts have been clearly defined. As a reader, I can relate to most of these habits and I have a clear understanding to say "Thank you" when it needs to be said. Highly Recommended to Corporations, Small Businesses, and future students.

Marshall Goldsmith did a wonderful job of explaining how to remain in your position of success. If you're not there yet, you definitely learn what not to do.

This was a read that my boss strongly suggested the whole department read, however, everytime Marshall mentioned one of the 20 flaws, we all could identify a manager that had those same characteristics (and most times, it was the one that recommended we read the book!). He describes the flaws in such a way that you're not embarassed to own up to them and want to take steps to change. He also offers a perspective of the 360-degree feedback that made us realize that none of us were using it in the manner in which it was created.

Great read, great pace, it was as if you were in the room with him. Very funny and relatable. I highly recommend it to any manager that is wondering why they have high turnover in their department or why they haven't been able to forge true professional relationships with the people they work with.

Although the book title clearly aims itself at the successful managers, it is a good antidote for all who want to do better particularly on interpersonal relationship and leadership, that previous success, no matter big or small, almost always mar ourselves with complacency, self centredness, over confidence etc etc. Well organised with wit and good substance, it did help improve my communication skills, till the time I forgot them all, and then pick it out for a re-read. In short, recommended.

p.s. Below please find my favorite "tactics" for your reference.

Stop asking for feedback and then expressing your opinion. pg 117
What impressed me was that when he asked a question, he waited for the answer. He not only listened, he made me feel like I was the only person in the room. pg 152
He never takes his eyes off me. Even if the Queen walked in, he wouldnt be distracted. He would stil be devoting his full attention to me. That's hard to resist. pg 153
Clinton made a point of knowing something positive about you, and without making a big show of it, saying something to let you know he knew it. In effect, he was bragging about you to you. pg 153
Once you master the subtle arts of apologizing, advertising, listening, and thanking, you must follow up - relentlessly. Or everything else is just a "program of the month." pg 161

This book is a practical and powerful tool that makes you stop and think about what you are doing - both consciously and unconsciously - in your drive to be successful. I have had several executive clients who have had the "Oh my God, he's talking about me!" experience when reading Goldsmith's candid and pointed observations. I highly recommend this book to any individual who wants to create and sustain top level legacy leadership.

Definitely on my recommended book list. A must read for women in business.

Susan Bock
The Success Coach for Women in Business
www.SusanBockSolutions.com

Good reference book with some good advice in it. I would recommend it for someone having to deal with some really difficult folks!

It is intense with good information, should be read slowly in order to incorporate suggested language into daily routine.

This book helped me to recognize where some of my previous conversations have gone wrong and should help me gain the foresight I need to avoid repeating the same mistakes in the future. Also a book that have a great chapter about this topic is I Love You. Now What?: Falling in Love is a Mystery, Keeping It Isn't

This book is a wonderful tool to assist you in crafting a good response to a difficult conversation or work on training your management team to converse well. The contribution ideas are priceless, its a bargain for the price and a must have in any executive's library.

As a psychotherapy training supervisor, I highly recommend this book for singles, couples and those professionals open to a different slant on relationships.

Back in the early/mid 90's I was lucky enough to get this book recommended to me. I have shared it with many and continue to do so. I recommend this to anyone!!!! Better yourself, you will inturn better your relationships.
Thank you!
www.imthankful.com

This book was right on I reviewed it many time. I gave it four stars because the book was simple and made since. Nothing complicated. The reason it did not make 5 stars is because it only relates to people in a relationship. Not those looking.

I did not care for this book at all. In fact, I read about 50 pages from a few chapters and threw the book away. Before you consider buying this book be aware the the author focuses a lot on the subconscious mind and emotional trauma from childhood and how he feels these impact a marriage. The book spends a lot of time helping you understand your subconscious and how your upbringing has screwed you and your marriage up. This may be the right approach for some people but I found it very cumbersome and honestly quite annoying. I guess I'm just not in touch with my inner child. Books I have read and enjoyed much more are Willard Harley's Fall In Love, Stay In Love - Excellent. The best marriage book I've read. I also enjoyed the 5 Love Languages.

The author gives excellent advice on how each person can grow and learn to fulfill their own needs as well as their spouse's. Even if my marriage does not work out I will take comfort in the fact that my next spouse will get the very best me possible.

It is also an exceptionally easy read and great book about this topic I Love You. Now What?: Falling in Love is a Mystery, Keeping It Isn't.