How to Structure Your Online Coaching Sessions (Free Template Inside!)
Have you ever wanted to create an exceptional experience for your online coaching clients but struggled to find a structure that keeps them raving about you?
In this blog, we will decode the exact step-by-step process for structuring your online coaching sessions and help you apply it in practice.
As a bonus and token of love, we are even including a free, downloadable template handcrafted just for you, coach!
Forget about complicated, 10-step frameworks. In reality, you can deliver an exceptional online coaching session with a simple 3-part formula:
- Easing In (5 minutes)
- Core Coaching Session (35-40 minutes)
- Wrap-Up & Planning Ahead (10 minutes)
Part 1: Easing In
Make a Warm and Genuine Connection
A positive and personalized greeting sets the tone for a productive session.
For example:
“Hello [firstName], I’m excited to have you here to discuss [coaching agenda]. How have you been?”
Collaboratively Review the Agenda
Discuss the topics planned for the session, mentioning any resources or materials Autowade has automatically sent beforehand.
For instance:
“You might have received a pre-session summary based on the notes from our last coaching session. Did you get a chance to review it? If yes, fantastic! If not, let’s go over them now.”
Assess the Client’s Current Situation
Ask open-ended questions to gauge progress, identify pressing issues, and ensure the session focuses on the client’s immediate needs.
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Part 2: Core Coaching Session
Explore Predetermined Coaching Goals
Tailor the session to address the specific goals and challenges identified during the initial consultation or previous coaching sessions.
Reinforce Takeaways from Previous Sessions
Utilize Autowade’s session note summaries to jog the client’s memory and ensure you’re both on the same page before moving forward.
Explore Agenda Topics Interactively
This isn’t a one-sided lecture! Move beyond it by incorporating a mix of questions, discussions, and activities curated by Autowade. This could involve polls, brainstorming exercises, and other methods to keep the client actively engaged.
Measure Progress Seamlessly
Don’t just talk about progress—track it! Use tools like short surveys or goal-tracking worksheets (provided within Autowade’s Ultimate Coaching Catalyst Pack) to assess client development throughout the session.
Assign Clear and Actionable Homework
Provide specific takeaways for the client to complete before the next session. Autowade automates sending personalized assignments with clear deadlines, ensuring accountability and continued learning outside coaching sessions.
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Part 3: Wrap-Up & Planning Ahead
Craft a Client Progress Report Together
Discuss it collaboratively; don’t just tell the client how they’re doing. Celebrate their achievements and acknowledge areas where additional support might be needed.
Review the Action Plan
Ensure the client understands the assigned homework and the expectations for completion. Autowade’s task management features can help visualize upcoming deadlines and priorities.
Open the Floor for Lingering Questions
Before concluding the session, address any concerns or questions the client may have.
Schedule the Next Session Effortlessly
Autowade’s integrated scheduling tool allows you to confirm the date and time for the next coaching session with just a few clicks, saving both you and your client time and hassle.
Secret Techniques to Transform Your Coaching Sessions
Incorporate Storytelling and Case Studies 📜
Share relevant stories or examples to demonstrate concepts, inspire clients, and explain the power of coaching.
Encourage Active Participation from the Client 🤝
Move beyond a traditional lecture format. Use open-ended questions and polls generated by Autowade to keep clients engaged in the conversation and enable a deeper understanding of the material.
Inject Humor and Enthusiasm 🤭
Maintain a positive and encouraging tone throughout the session. Make the sessions light-hearted, making it easier for clients to absorb what they’ve learned and take it beyond the session.
Autowade: Your Online Coaching Toolkit
Autowade can enhance your online coaching sessions in several ways:
- Pre-session automation: Autowade streamlines pre-session preparation by sending automated email reminders with personalized coaching agendas and relevant resources based on the client’s specific program. This frees up valuable time for you to focus on client interactions and session customization.
- Interactive content delivery: Autowade goes beyond static presentations. It offers a variety of tools, such as polls, quizzes, and whiteboards, to enhance engagement and cater to different learning styles during the session.
- Effortless progress tracking and reporting: Autowade facilitates progress tracking through goal sheets, surveys, and client notes, allowing you to generate insightful progress reports easily.
- Automated task management: Autowade automates sending homework assignments with deadlines and reminders, streamlining the post-session workflow and ensuring clients stay on track between coaching sessions.
- Scheduling & client management: Autowade’s integrated calendar and client management system simplify scheduling upcoming sessions, sending appointment reminders, and maintaining clear communication with clients throughout the coaching journey.
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By following this simple 3-step framework, you can transform your online coaching sessions from good to exceptional. This structure ensures your clients feel heard, engaged, and equipped to make real progress towards their goals. Remember, coaching is a collaborative journey, and with this structure, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a client-favourite coach.
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