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Episode 11 - Contracting in Coaching

February 28, 2024 Mel Wombwell & Kylie Roberts Season 1 Episode 10
Episode 11 - Contracting in Coaching
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Episode 11 - Contracting in Coaching
Feb 28, 2024 Season 1 Episode 10
Mel Wombwell & Kylie Roberts

Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell, of Shift Unlimited, dive deep into the significance of 'contracting' in establishing effective coaching relationships. Contracting is a verbal agreement between the coach and the client outlining the nature, terms and conditions of the coaching process.

They explore areas included in a contract, such as confidentiality, ethical guidelines, client and coach roles, financial and logistical arrangements and, where applicable, the involvement of a sponsor.

They emphasise the importance of being explicit about expectations from the start, which greatly contributes to the success of a coaching relationship.

They also discuss two models - 'Support vs Challenge Model' and 'RIDE (Reflection, Inquiry, Disruption, Experimentation)' model which they use to highlight their coaching expectations. Contracting, although done primarily at the onset of the coaching process, is something the coach and client can revisit and modify according to the evolving needs of the coaching relationship.

00:00 Introduction to Shift Unlimited and the New Normal
01:27 The Importance of Contracting in Coaching
02:27 Understanding the Concept of Contracting
06:38 The Role of Confidentiality in Coaching
07:33 Setting Expectations and Using Models in Coaching
10:55 The RIDES Model for Progressive Leadership
13:35 Additional Aspects of Contracting
15:24 Revisiting Contracting Throughout the Coaching Process
18:28 Conclusion and Contact Information

Please find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

Show Notes

Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell, of Shift Unlimited, dive deep into the significance of 'contracting' in establishing effective coaching relationships. Contracting is a verbal agreement between the coach and the client outlining the nature, terms and conditions of the coaching process.

They explore areas included in a contract, such as confidentiality, ethical guidelines, client and coach roles, financial and logistical arrangements and, where applicable, the involvement of a sponsor.

They emphasise the importance of being explicit about expectations from the start, which greatly contributes to the success of a coaching relationship.

They also discuss two models - 'Support vs Challenge Model' and 'RIDE (Reflection, Inquiry, Disruption, Experimentation)' model which they use to highlight their coaching expectations. Contracting, although done primarily at the onset of the coaching process, is something the coach and client can revisit and modify according to the evolving needs of the coaching relationship.

00:00 Introduction to Shift Unlimited and the New Normal
01:27 The Importance of Contracting in Coaching
02:27 Understanding the Concept of Contracting
06:38 The Role of Confidentiality in Coaching
07:33 Setting Expectations and Using Models in Coaching
10:55 The RIDES Model for Progressive Leadership
13:35 Additional Aspects of Contracting
15:24 Revisiting Contracting Throughout the Coaching Process
18:28 Conclusion and Contact Information

Please find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE