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The Dojo Coach's Pocket Guide

The Dojo Coach's Pocket Guide

Maximizing Immersive Learning for Agile Teams

About the Book

This go-to guidebook helps agile practitioners overcome upskilling challenges in their organizations through effective Dojo coaching.

Agile has changed the way we work in our organizations. But by demanding constant innovation and product delivery, individuals and teams struggle to find time to improve their skills. That’s where the Dojo comes in. Dojo-style coaching encourages this kind of learn-by-doing form of skill development, one where guided breakthroughs and upskilling happen while delivering on current work. 

In this useful pocket guide, experienced Dojo coach Jess Brock delivers practical advice based on her extensive experience in real-world Dojos. Combining proven tactics and a comprehensive tool kit, along with actionable tips needed to drive engagement in both physical and virtual Dojo spaces, this pocket guide will equip you to maximize the impact of your Dojo.

Whether you are a seasoned pro or you are just starting to develop your Dojo coaching skills, this no-nonsense book will help Dojo coaches at any stage of their journey.
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Praise for The Dojo Coach's Pocket Guide

“When I encourage leaders to expand their view of work to include the learning that teams need for their best performance, I’m often met with blank stares. How would it help delivery? What would it look like? The Dojo Coach’s Pocket Guide provides a comprehensive source of ideas to achieve greater team co-intelligence.”
—Diana Larsen, coach, speaker, and author of Lead without Blame

“Jess has been in the trenches—she knows the questions and challenges coaches face with teams, stakeholders, and leadership. She addresses all of those challenges with proven, practical solutions in this book. Whether you are a new Dojo coach or you already have some experience, this book will provide valuable guidance and bring clarity to your work.”
—Joel Tosi and Dion Stewart, cofounders of Dojo & Co.
 
“I strongly recommend this warm and thoughtful book. Dojos are the very best way to learn, and Jess’s advice is grounded in solid experience. This book provides a pathway for increasing the effectiveness of your development teams, probably more than anything else you can do.”
—Cliff Berg, Managing Partner, Agile 2 Academy
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