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States of Being
Center for Coaching & Leading
Founding Director, Linda Belans, Ed.D.


Groundbreaking … Belans thoughtfully integrates real examples from her coaching experience with theory and qualitative data… An innovative, holistic analysis of the coaching process will surely make an indelible impact on the future of educational leadership studies. — Daniel R. Porterfield, President and CEO, The Aspen Institute
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States of Being is a strengths-based philosophical approach to coaching – anchored in belonging, benevolence, and seeing the higher self – embodied in a practice that cascades from senior leaders to the youngest student.
Belans clearly elaborates the essential equity questions that should be at the heart of every decision a school leader makes. – Dr. Mahalia Hines, President - Common Ground Foundation, Board Member - Obama Foundation, former Board Member - Chicago Board of Education
States of Being Empowers us to coach from a place of love, compassion and empathy. Dr. Belans teaches us to honor and recognize the humanity in others, the adults we lead and the students we have the privilege of serving. I am a better human being in the world as a result. -- Constance Ranae Jones, Special Advisor Noble Schools, Chicago Magazine 50 Most Powerful Women

We stand resolutely with all children and their families born or naturalized in the United States of America to claim all rights and privileges as American citizens granted to them by the 14th Amendment of the Constitution. This Amendment leaves no room for executive interpretation.
Belans mixes cutting-edge neuroscience with timeless philosophical thought, all while stimulating your mind, guiding your heart, and magnifying your soul. She has beautifully captured her methods in a powerful, practical, and inspiring book. —Gaurav Singh, Founder and CEO, 321 Education Foundation. Mumbai, India

Photo credit: Leah Sobsey
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