Abstract
PurposeThis paper aims to describe mind–body infused coaching and to explain four distinct effects it can have on organizational executives and employees.Design/methodology/approachA review of theory and research on mind–body practices, emotional intelligence and work performance was conducted. A case study from the author’s experience also is included.FindingsMind–body infused coaching activates employees’ awareness, ignites a strengths-based approach, improves inner workings of the brain, boosts emotional intelligence and promotes curiosity.Practical implicationsHR professionals and managers are encouraged to obtain training in evidence-based mind–body principles to improve and sustain outcomes when coaching organizational executives and employees.Originality/valueConventional coaching approaches tend to be highly reductionistic by focusing solely on employees’ personality types, soft skills or achievement of specific goals. This paper discusses a holistic approach to coaching the whole person and outlines four specific benefits that could be anticipated as a result.
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