Coaching Reading List
A curated collection of the books that have inspired our coaching journey — from coaching fundamentals to leadership and change.
Our favourite books
Some are pure coaching resources, some deal with profound events and change, and some that just make us smile! A special thank you to the amazing “Raintree ORSC Cohort” from across the world who shared their top picks.
Note: we are not affiliated in any manner with the authors or links to where you can purchase.
Unlearn
Barry O'Reilly
2018
Let Go of Past Success to Achieve Extraordinary Results
“What we don't often realise is that letting go of the past is the far bigger challenge. I see this book as an essential operating guide, to help us navigate our way into the future”
Who Moved My Cheese?
Spencer Johnson
2018
A Simple Way to Change Your Thinking & Unlock Success
“This is an absolute gem. A simple relatable story to help get you unstuck”
Systems Inspired Leadership
Frank Uit de Weerd & Marita Fridjhon
2022
How to tap collective wisdom to navigate change, enhance agility, and foster collaboration
Recommended by: Larissa Thurlow, Calgary (Canada)
Co-Active Coaching (4th Edition)
Henry Kimsey-House, Karen Kimsey-House, Phillip Sandahl, Laura Whitworth
2018
The proven framework for transformative conversations at work and in life
Recommended by: Steve Barret, Perth (Australia)
The Crossroad of Should and Must
Elle Luna
2015
Find and Follow Your Passion
Recommended by: Eike Westerholt, Beijing (China)
The Coaching Habit
Michael Bungay Stanier
2016
Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever
Positive Intelligence
Shirzad Chamine
2022
Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential AND HOW YOU CAN ACHIEVE YOURS
Recommended by: Larissa Thurlow, Calgary (Canada)
Conversational Intelligence
Judith E. Glaser
2016
How Great Leaders Build Trust and Get Extraordinary Results
Recommended by: Eike Westerholt, Beijing (China)
The Courage to be Disliked
Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga
2017
Free yourself, change your life and achieve real happiness
Recommended by: Stephen Petr, Colorado (USA)
Power of TED* (*The Empowerment Dynamic)
David Emerald
2016
Escape the Grip of Drama and Take Control of Your Life
The 8th Habit
Stephen R. Covey
2005
From Effectiveness To Greatness
Recommended by: Jennifer Wong, Sydney (Australia)
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