ABSTRACT

The introduction elaborates the metaphor of the brain as the candle and the mind as the flame. Each is different and dependent on the other. It gives the frames for understanding and getting the most from this book, as well as introducing the authors.

The point is made that coaching needs to be rooted in research to give it credibility, and neuroscience and coaching is part of evidence-based coaching.

It describes briefly the contents of each chapter.

Acknowledgements are given.