Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in Coaching - 2nd Edition by Salma Shah

About the Book

Use this practical guide to develop a culture of inclusion and coach a diverse workforce to enable all employees to flourish.

Book Synopsis

Is your coaching approach building true inclusion, belonging and performance across your workforce?

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in Coaching by Salma Shah is a strategic guide for senior leaders, executives and experienced coaches who want to embed equity and belonging into talent development, leadership and organizational culture.

This updated edition provides proven tools for understanding diverse employee needs and tailoring coaching to deliver measurable results. It addresses how factors such as race, gender, class, culture and religion shape workplace experiences, and how to recognize the difference between employees in survival mode and those thriving in psychologically safe environments.

You'll discover how to:
- Create an inclusive coaching culture that strengthens engagement and retention
- Integrate AI developments to enhance equity in coaching practices
- Identify and address trauma from prejudice, racism, bullying and burnout
- Support authentic self-expression and healthy resilience across the workforce

With expert insights, global real-world examples and actionable frameworks, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in Coaching equips senior decision-makers to lead with empathy, strengthen governance and deliver results through truly inclusive employee development.

Themes include: inclusive coaching strategy, governance, belonging culture, AI in coaching, psychological safety

Review Quotes

"Salma is a fantastic storyteller who blends factual psychological insight with lived experience to demonstrate the importance of inclusive coaching. An impactful, practical and engaging tool to support you as a coach."-- "Shagufta Sharif, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Skipton Building Society"

"Salma's approach is unique, insightful and will have a profound impact on anyone seeking to understand how systemic norms have shaped their sense of self, and most importantly, how they can begin releasing themselves from subconsciously shaped limits and achieve their full potential."-- "Zahoor Ahmad, Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging, Co-op"

"For any organization striving for a truly representative workforce, or any individual committed to leading inclusively and championing diversity in a meaningful way - this is the book for you."-- "Alicia McDonnell, Group Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion MAG (Airports Group)"

"I highly recommend Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging in Coaching as an essential read for anyone involved in coaching or leadership roles. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of how to create coaching environments that not only embrace diversity but also foster inclusion and a sense of belonging for all participants."-- "Patricia Chinyoka, ED&I lead, Hyde Housing"

"In this second edition, Salma once again offers us insightful, practical and provocative content to help us to deeply anchor diversity, inclusion and belonging within our coaching practice. And if ever there was a time for us to double down on building our awareness and knowledge about exclusion and othering, it is now. Salma is a guiding light, she illuminates aspects of coaching practice that are often overlooked, misunderstood or unseen. I highly commend her work and this book. Thank you, Salma, for your courage and conviction to bring about change and to reconnect us with what is deeply human."-- "Rachael Hanley-Browne, EMCC Global Council Chair"

"Thought-provoking and profound, Salma Shah's elegantly written book is an essential resource for coaches and leaders. The stories and learning shared within its pages are pure gold. Infused with compassion and insight, this book is not only a clarion call for greater inclusion, it also offers the reader a whole host of practical tools to start making a difference right away."-- "Paul Williamson, Group Head of Talent Development, ATG Entertainment"

About the Author

Salma Shah is the Founder of Mastering Your Power, an award-winning coach training program focused on diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity. Based in London, UK, she has over 20 years of experience coaching senior leaders across various sectors and advising global organizations on building inclusive coaching cultures. Her clients include Co-op Group, John Lewis Partnership, and British Transport Police.