Judy's book is available at Bookshaker.com (e-book) and Amazon.co.uk (paperback). Click on the book cover to read reviews online.
Reviews of Judy's book ~
"Good
Question!"
The
Art of Asking Questions to Bring About Positive Change.
*****
“Good question! is rich in inspiring & thought provoking concepts and questions as well as ways of questioning, a book that can be more like a friend you turn to when you get stuck or need inspiration. This is a book is packed with good questions but more than that, much more than that, read on and be inspired..............................”
Joe
McGrath, Management & Technical Skills Development Manager
Toyota Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd
*****
“Good Question! is a book for everyone of every age from every walk of life. Even if the coaching question is not what you thought of asking, there will be something within the discussion which applies to something going on in your life. Down to earth and easy to use, this book will bring answers to many. In doing so it could help individuals turn their lives around. It should be made available worldwide and I am sure it is going to become one of the most renowned coaching books of this century.”
Lynn Grocott.
Author of “Cut the Strings"
*****
“A treasure-trove of pearls from inspirational coaches and experts in many fields of personal development. This book helps you answer, and to guide others to answer, so many of life’s biggest questions – “Why am I here? How can I best make my contribution to the world? How do I begin?”
With a rich variety of styles and experiences from so many authors it helps you move towards many options open to us all for a free and fulfilled life of lasting happiness. The learnings and actions from each chapter really help you absorb their essence and to cherry-pick the gems you need most to focus on.”
Amanda Wise.
www.WiseLifeCoaching.com
*****
"Judy, what a great vision you had to bring together so many experts in the field of Personal Development. Such a wealth of experience, skills and knowledge to share their "powerful questions" with the rest of us.
Each chapter has some great ideas, tips and tools that can be used on a personal level as well as in the business of Coaching / People Development. In fact whilst reading the book, I had to keep putting it down and take time out to answer the questions!
Two questions in particular really struck a chord with me at this moment in time; "What Needs to be done Now?" by Mark Forster, helped me to clarify some areas where I was feeling a bit stuck and helped me to find a way to move forward, and the “Miracle Question” by Jamie Smart, was brilliant in helping me visualise my aims for my new business and the impact of that on my life.
I love that question! But these are just two of the many powerful questions in the book that we can ask ourselves and others. The book is well written and well put together. Judy thanks for this great addition to my Personal and Coaching Toolkit."
Ann
Marie Self.
Training and Development Manager.
Training Spotlight Limited.
www.trainingspotlight.com
*****
Judy Barber’s anthology is a penetrating and enjoyable look at the whole arena of contemporary practical issues in personal and organisational development. Her introduction and overview allows the reader to quickly grasp the variety of the authors and their approaches presenting their skills, experiences and wisdom in their colourful and diverse styles.
Unlike some anthologies this is very accessible. You can pick what stands out or seems most relevant without having first to wade through much other material or worse, loosing the context of the whole idea behind Good Question!. I went straight to part eight: as adult tutor in the visual arts I frequently have to introduce people to new and sometimes challenging concepts and ways of working. By asking the right questions and letting the learners or audience open up unexplored territory from the safety and heart of their personal experiences rather than my “expertise”, again and again we discover unexpected and surprising themes and new ground – I am therefore also always a learner.
Particularly relevant to my work was ‘What wants to manifest?’ by Aboodi Shabi where he describes the contemporary dilemma of needing to have everything and everyone “fixed” - often before the right questions have been heard or asked. Aboodi is a passionate believer in the “soul wanting to be heard”, a rare sentiment I often have to battle for myself; surrounded by studios and students buzzing with digital-media bytes invading and obstructing every available minute and scene of the day. Well, done Judy!
A fantastic, very readable, satisfying and challenging collection that will have to replace my ‘notepad’.”
Diogenes Mock, artist/performer and adult tutor.
*****
This is an excellent resource and an asset for individuals interested in development and progression. "Good Question!" has a unique blend of inspiration, resources and tools for individuals and business alike! This book is a must have, and is just what I needed to kick start my motivation. I want to share this book with clients and friends!
Melanie
Donnelly
life@myfullcircle.co.uk
*****
“Every now and then you discover a book that refreshes your soul. This is one of them. The book is a collection of the questions we need to ask ourselves or to be asked by our therapists, coaches, partners, friends and family when we are stuck, needing hope or inspiration.
he questions are posed by twenty-seven of the worlds most inspiring and motivating agents of change ranging from Jean Houston to Jamie Smart; from Julie French to David Ure. What is particularly refreshing about the book is that is equally as useful to those who are in the profession of coaching as it is to others who are wishing to lead and create change, either individually at a group or even societal level. I think that every airport bookshop should stock it.”
Michael Bishop.
Principal Consultant, Relate Human Services, Australia. President Mackay
Centre for Research in Community and Children’s Services.
National President of Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health
and of the Australian College for Child and Family Protection Practitioners.
*****
“A stimulating, thought-provoking book bringing together a wealth of practical advice by a number of people working to improve the lives of others. A valuable resource now proving to be extremely useful in helping develop my own business.”
Arwel Jones MB BCh Dip.Phyt.
DIHom Director, Better Health. Consultant Herbalist and Homoeopath.
Tutor and Facilitator, Boost your Business! workshops and other business
networking forums.
*****
“Good Question! Covers all of the basic questions around developing our lives from where we are now so that we can work out our future. It can be so easy to get caught up in the every day melodrama that life can present us and as a result we can loose sight of our direction and the opportunity to allow ourselves to produce magnificent results.
If you have lost sight of where you are going or you are having a challenging time at the moment….read this book. Judy has done an amazing job of bringing together some of the most fantastic coaches to produce an opportunity for people to get what they want out of life by asking specific questions and giving a structure to provide the answers.”
Gareth Emberton.
Senior Master Coach, Action International Coaching.
www.the-entrepreneurs-coach.com
*****
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