1. Schedule
2. Personal Goals
Convey to your client that coaching is combined, not a one-sided effort that requires commitment and honesty
3. Establish Trust
To establish trust between you and client, take micro-steps such as showing up on time and listening attentively
4. Be Patient
Be patient and work towards getting the right results, even if it takes longer
5. Be Courageous & Curious
Don’t fear asking tough questions to help the client introspect and find answers within
6. Return to Goals
Regularly bring the client’s attention back on achleving their set goals and help them have a goal-focused mindset
7. Independence
Instil confidence in your coachee so they can gauge their Issues and be confident to take constructive steps
8. Positivity
Be supportive and encourage your coachee to approach tough situations and not give up and move in a positive direction
9. Goodbye Ego
Always make sure that you’re treating your coachee as an equal and not someone you’re giving advice to
10. Personal Development
Make sure you regularly take time out to strengthen your skills as a coach by reading books, taking courses and attending seminars