Structure In the Coaching Practice

with her clients. That hit home with me. I want for each person I work with to be committed to the process or it does not work and both parties are frustrated. To me though that As we delved a little deeper into what we wanted for structures in our own coaching practice I really visualized how helpful structures are. I loved that one of the other coaches on the call stated that one of her structures was that she would be flexiblecommitment does not mean that I have an iron clad rule that all sessions must be completed as they are scheduled. I want the client to honor themselves trough the process and sometimes that dictates I must be flexible and open to a missed session now and again or a session that runs over or must be cut short.

As I see it this type of flexibility, as long as both coach and client are respectful of it, will enhance the coaching process. I know that my coaches have been flexible with me and I strive to not take advantage of it knowing that consistency ( meaning not missing appointments more than once in a row ) has been the key to my ability to move forward.

I choose not to have a welcome packet that is bogged down with restrictions and requirements. I do ask that my clients be willing to make at least a three month commitment to themselves and the coaching process. I also ask they try to let me know in advance if a session will be missed or to let me know if they require extra support at a particular point which may necessitate additional check in calls and e-mails. This helps me to be the best coach for them.

I have become a woman who has grown to appreciate the freedom that well placed structures in business and life can offer.