Three Things Your Coaching Contract Or Client Agreement Needs Right Now

 is a client-centered and client-driven process in which the coach serves as a value-added partner. This is a fundamental rule of coaching engagement that must underpin all coaching agreements. Keeping professional objectivity in what is often an intimate relationship, on the other hand, is not the easiest thing in the world. There are certain things you must take care of prior to signing of contracts which we’ll discuss in this blog. Let’s take a dive into the legal world of contracts.

Three Must-Have Clauses

Most people are unaware that they cannot simply google “agreement contracts,” copy/paste a few things, and expect it to be a legally binding agreement. You need a  drafted specifically for you by an attorney who knows the online coaching and consulting space (or a template that has been confirmed to protect your business). Even in the online world, a contract is not one-size-fits-all.

Let’s go over three crucial clauses which you must ensure before signing of contracts.

1. What Expectations Do You Have From Your Client?

Insisting on what you expect from your client in the coaching agreement accomplishes several important things. To begin with, it distinguishes your relationship with them from their relationship with anyone else. It’s unusual for anyone to state so clearly what’s expected of your client. Especially if they (or their company) are footing the bill.

Second, by stating your expectations of the client, you communicate that the coaching relationship will be “eye level,” or on an equal footing. Third, it establishes guard rails for the coaching, thereby establishing the coaching space.

In your , you could ask your client to agree to the following statements:

  • I will arrive on time for our meetings.
  • For our sessions, I will be fully present with the coach and free of distractions.
  • I will come to each coaching session prepared with an agenda of what I want coaching on, and many more.

2. What Your Clients Can Expect From You?

Establishing what your clients can expect from you as their coach before the signing of contracts related to coaching directly reflects your competence as a coach in your client’s eyes. Holding yourself to a high standard and spelling it out in the agreement allows you to walk your talk as a coach. Clients can be motivated to improve their performance when you, as their coach, set high standards for yourself. Also, when your clients see how high you hold yourself, they will understand that you will hold them to a high standard as well.

Specifics in this section of the agreement may include:

  • I will keep what you tell me confidential and will follow the International Coach Federation code of ethics.
  • I will be courteous, truthful, and forthright.
  • I will recognise, emphasise, and believe in your strengths and the best in you; among many others.

3. Expected Outcomes From The Coaching

The desired outcomes for the coaching should be clear to both you and your client. Some clients will respond well to S.M.A.R.T. goals for coaching — goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time bound. Having such goals for clients who are driven by such metrics can be very useful for tracking progress.

Others will scoff at such confining definitions of progress, and S.M.A.R.T. goals can feel more like a work obligation than personal and professional development. Creating desired outcomes for the coaching may be more effective for those clients.

Conclusion

As you very well know by now, coaching agreement contracts are a crucial part of running your coaching business. It looks professional and it protects both parties from misunderstandings and issues. Running your business without a coaching agreement invites trouble. We hope this blog would’ve helped you in some way or another, and if you’re looking for customized legal contracts,  is your one-stop solution. Checkout their website now!

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