Good contracting may be one of the most important skills of a successful coach. Most times when a coach feels stuck with a client, doesn’t know how to proceed or encounters a challenging situation, the answers lies in what you’ve agreed with this client. In this episodes of the podcast our resident coaches Yannick and Siawash talk about whether the contract needs to be written or verbal, we propose a range of topics we might want to (should?) include in this conversations (beyond logistics, finances and expectations) and we make offer some general insights into why it is so important to get this part of the relationship right, as well as a number of practical tips and advice on how this can be done. See also: Episode 36 - How do you start a coaching session? Episode 21 - Can I coach clients without setting a goal?_____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

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What needs to be in my coaching contract? - Episode 37

Welcome to this episode of Talking about Coaching, the podcast from coaches for coaches.This episode is one of Yannick&apos;s deep dives into one topic or person and we&apos;re talking to Ankush Jain, 6 figure coach, trained in the 3 principles approach, long term coaching client and colleague of the great Steve Chandler, and all-round excellent human being. I loved Ankush&apos;s vibe and found resonating with most of what he talks about. We had a wonderfully warm and inspiring conversation and I hope you&apos;ll be leaving this space as excited about coaching as I was when we hung up. You can learn more about Ankush and his work at Ankush Jain Limited - Transformative Coaching____________________________CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION over in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/talkingaboutcoachingMORE DEEP DIVES into coaching at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEK9UENWT66D6uqPJhCznXNhc9Ba9jiteSHORT EPISODES of Talking about Coaching addressing specific questions: https://www.youtube.com/talkingaboutcoachingYou can also find us on all major podcast platforms.If you&apos;d like to SUPPORT WHAT WE DO, please consider a positive review, leave a comment or tell a friend or colleague about this episode.You can also BECOME A PATREON at https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoachingSEE GREAT COACHES IN ACTION by joining Yannick&apos;s Coaching Lab. Every 1st Tuesday of the month we invite an experienced coach for a 45min live coaching session, and you can be a fly on the wall! This is followed by conversations and Q&A with the coach and client as well as optional practice triads in breakout rooms during part 2 of the Lab. More info on upcoming events at https://bit.ly/FutureCoachingLabsCoaching Lab members have access to the entire vault of recorded coaching sessions (https://bit.ly/LabRecordings). You can sign up at https://bit.ly/CoachingLabMembershipTHANKS for being a coach. You&apos;re making the world a better place! ’Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

Deep Dive: Talking about Coaching with Ankush Jain: Coaching and The 3 Principles

What’s your process for starting a coaching session? is a question we hear often. “Well, it depends” is often the answer. And that’s also the way this episode starts. Our resident coaches Yannick, Siwash & Nicki are illuminating what these factors are and talk you through how they start coaching sessions. Plus we’re inviting all listeners to share their own processes of how to jump into a coaching session with a client. See also: Episode 19 - How do you prepare for a coaching session?Episode 35 - What do I need in my “Coaching Starter Pack”? _____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

How do you start a coaching session? - Episode 36

We’ve interpreted this question in two ways: 1) What do I need to start practicing as a coach? And 2) When a client signs up for coaching, what might I send them to get going and transition well into the process of coaching? So here we are talking about beginnings and how might get going when starting our coaching business or when starting to work with a new client. _____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

What do I need in my “Coaching Starter Pack”? Episode 35

So many coaches dread doing “marketing”, being visible on social media, figuring out advertising, or going to network events, only to create a steady stream of clients for their coaching business. While there is no way around building bridges or creating touch points of some sort between you and prospective clients, there are many ways to do this, and in today’s episode our resident coaches Yannick & Siawash are talking about different pathways towards creating a steady flow of conversations and what you need to convert these into paying clients. In the process we’re reframing the terms “sales” and “marketing” and we’re offering ample advice and valuable ideas for how you can stabilize your income from your coaching work by learning some simple business practices and thinking about which of these might resonate with you. See also: Episode 02 - How do I get more clients? Episode 24 - How can I scale my coaching business? _____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

How can I create a steady stream of clients? - Episode 34

Last episode we talked about why every coach can (even should) be confident about charging for the space they create for their clients. “Just” being there for and with them, offering our undivided attention, helps greatly and often works wonders. However, many coaches are keen to increase their prices but don’t feel confident about it. In this episode our resident coaches Yannick & Siawash are picking up the thread from the conversation we’ve started and talking about the many factors that play into our coaching fees. Offering lots of practical advice and encouragement for coaches who are earning less than £5000/month, we’re talking you through the following list of elements that will (even should) influence and guide the kind of fees you’re charging. We’re confident that by the end of this episode you will feel compelled, and have a lot of solid reasons to increase your current fees. These are: Client&apos;s ROI/the value that the client is walking away withMarket rates or what the competition (you care about) chargesWhat you&apos;re comfortable with/what you can say or pitch confidently (which can be worked on/improved with practice)What resources the client has access to (salary, assets, savings, wealthy relatives/partners, sponsors, etc.)The cost of acquisition (advertising, time spend networking, writing proposals, tickets to community events, etc)What you&apos;ve invested in your coach training/journeyWhat you might earn if you weren&apos;t a coach or if you&apos;d spend your time doing something differentWhat it takes to get/keep the client really committed to the processHow much would you like to/do you need to earn?Coaching experience/skillsTime spent outside the coaching room (e.g. tendering a contract, pre-meetings with HR or managers, writing reports or emails, etc.)Expert knowledge, expertise or experience with what the client is struggling with (for coaches who offer guidance, advice or direction)How large is your niche is (the fewer coaches who can do what you do, the more you are worth)_____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

Episode 33 - I want to charge more. How can I increase my prices? (Part 2)

Welcome to this episode of Talking about Coaching, the podcast from coaches for coaches. This episode is one of Yannick&apos;s deep dives into one topic or person and we&apos;re talking to Georgie Nightingall, founder of Trigger Conversations and transformational life coach. I love Georgie&apos;s inspired thinking, the way she deeply contemplates and reflects and how she&apos;s learned to strike up conversations with strangers (which is a GOLDEN skill when it comes to creating a successful coaching practice. We&apos;re exploring a range of topics in this conversation, which, I&apos;m sure, will leave you hungry for more. _____________________________Continue the conversation over in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/talkingaboutcoachingFind more deep dives into coaching at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEK9UENWT66D6uqPJhCznXNhc9Ba9jiteShort episodes of Talking about Coaching addressing specific questions: https://www.youtube.com/talkingaboutcoachingYou can also find us on all major podcast platforms. If you&apos;d like to support what we do, please consider a positive review, leave a comment or tell a friend or colleague about this episode. You can also become a Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoachingSee Georgie in action with a client at Yannick&apos;s Coaching Lab in November 2021. The Lab is a place to be a fly on the wall for a 45min live coaching demo followed by Q&A and conversation with the coach and client and (optional experimental breakouts in triads. If you&apos;ve missed it, you can re-watch the recording as well as all other available recordings be becoming a member: https://bit.ly/CoachingLabMembershipSee all upcoming Coaching Labs at https://bit.ly/FutureCoachingLabs Thanks for being a coach. You&apos;re making the world a better place!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

Deep Dive with Georgie Nightingall - The Power of Conversations (and how to create more of them)

Lots of coaches would like to charge more for their coaching, but don’t feel confident that they’re worth the money. This can have a variety of reasons such as our own money stories, what the word “sell” means to us, and often a lack of some basic technical skills with regards to how we talk to our clients and how we run consultations. We believe every coach can (even should) be confident about charging for their time and the space they create for their clients. “Just being there” for and with them, offering our undivided attention, helps greatly and often works wonders. However, many coaches are keen to increase their prices but don’t think that their coaching is worth it. In this short episode our resident coaches Yannick,  Siawash and Nicki are laying the groundwork for a longer conversation about how to raise our prices. See also: Episode 33 - I want to charge more. How can I increase my prices? (Part 2)Episode 05 - How much should I charge for coaching?_____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

I want to charge more, but I don't feel confident that I'm worth it. Help! Episode 32

Even before we were hit with a global pandemic, coaching while walking, walk’n’talk, coaching in nature and other forms of being outside of a coaching “room” have sparked our interest. Now, more than ever, coaching clients outside has become relevant to many coaches. That’s why in this episode our resident coaches Yannick, Siawash and Nicki are discussing the benefits and pitfalls of coaching clients while walking. Done well your clients are in their bodies and there’s lots to be picked up on on a somatic level. You’re working shoulder-to-shoulder and this creates a wonderful dynamic. Elements you encounter on your walk can be used for the coaching work or as metaphors or here-and-now moments of learning and insight. Done badly it can seem unprofessional and awkward. So let’s talk about it. If you’ve done some walk-and-talks, we look forward to you sharing your input and experiences on this topic. _____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

Coaching while walking: Is walk&talk a viable approach? Episode 31

A surprising majority of coaches we talk to regularly go over the agreed time for their coaching sessions. At the very least it happens occasionally. In therapy it’s a big no-go! Coaches seem to be a lot more relaxed about this, some even plan going over time into their contract and are more flexible. What we do know is that it affects our relationship and the boundaries we create in some form or another, and so in today’s episode our resident coaches Yannick Jacob, Siawash Zahmat and Nicki Drab are talking about time, boundaries and some really practical advice on how we can end sessions on time, as well as when it may be important to go over. _____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

I find it really hard to end sessions on time and often go over. What can I do? Episode 30

No decent coach enjoys making their clients uncomfortable. And yet, in order to grow fast, our clients often need to leave their comfort zone and venture into uncharted territory. An important part of the process is for the coach to offer questions and observations that may challenge the client’s beliefs or worldview. Many coaches, especially at the beginning of their journey, shy away from challenging confidently and to offer this in a way that’s productive. In this episode our resident coaches Yannick, Siawash and Nicki discuss why challenging is important, how it can be done constructively, and we explore various theoretical models and practical metaphors for how this can and should be done in service of the client’s agenda. _____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

I find it difficult to challenge my clients. What do I do? - Episode 29

This episode is one of Yannick&apos;s deep dives into one topic or person. We&apos;re talking to Sasha van Deurzen Smith, existential coach, Programme Leader of the MA in Existential Coaching at the New School for Psychotherapy and Counselling, daughter of Emmy van Deurzen and one of the first coaches with a Masters in Existential Coaching. We&apos;ve got a lot to talk about and we hope you&apos;ll enjoy our philosophical and yet very practical musings on coaching. Join or continue the conversation over on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/talkingaboutcoachingMore deep dives into coaching: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEK9UENWT66D6uqPJhCznXNhc9Ba9jiteShort episodes of Talking about Coaching addressing specific questions: https://www.youtube.com/talkingaboutcoachingYou can also find us on all major podcast platforms. If you&apos;d like to support us, please consider a positive review, leaving a comment or telling a coaching colleague about this episode. Thanks for being a coach. You&apos;re making the world a better place!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

Deep Dive with Sasha van Deurzen Smith: Existential Coaching

Many coaches carry the weight of feeling responsible for their clients’ success (or lack thereof). We hear about this often in supervision. When it takes longer than planned for their clients to reach their goal or they get frustrated along the way, many coaches ask: Could I have done more? What did I do wrong so that this client doesn’t achieve what they set out to do? What if they ask for their money back or leave me a bad review? Am I good enough? What else can I do to get them to move forward? The weight of taking on too much responsibility can weigh heavily on a coach, and so our resident coaches Yannick, Siawash and Nicki thought it was important to address this question and talk about the extent to which we share responsibility for our clients’ success or failure. What can and what can we not control or influence? How far are we willing and able to go with our support? What did we promise and contract at the beginning? _____If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

I feel responsible for my client's success. Am I? - Episode 28

What is effective coaching? And what does an effective coaching session look like? How would you structure a session for an effective outcome? What’s the process? Much of the answers to these questions depend on individual context, but effective coaching also has many elements in common. In this episode of Talking about Coaching our resident coaches Yannick, Siawash and Nicki discuss their takes on effective coaching, how structure provides safety for clients and coaches alike, and why particularly those who are new to coaching will appreciate a clearly structured session to guide them towards an effective outcome. WIth time and maturity, effective coaching may take on many forms and we draw some of these learnings out as we reflect on our fresh, 4-year and decade-long experience, respectively. If you&apos;d like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

How can I structure an effective coaching session? Episode 27

This episode is one of Yannick&apos;s deep dives into one topic or person. We&apos;re talking to Eric Larson, coach of 15 years and with over 10.000 hours on his back. We&apos;re exploring the importance of play in coaching both as a technique as well as a rich metaphor for how people approach life. We talk about finite games, infinite games, how to figure out the "rules" and lots more. Join or continue the conversation over on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/talkingaboutcoachingIf you want to see Eric in action with a client, as a member of Yannick&apos;s Coaching Lab (a place to be a fly on the wall for a 45min live demo, Q&A with the coach and client, followed by experimental breakouts) you can re-watch the recording of his exceptional session including the conversation that ensued. Become a member: https://bit.ly/CoachingLabMembershipFuture Coaching Labs: https://bit.ly/FutureCoachingLabsMore deep dives into coaching: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEK9UENWT66D6uqPJhCznXNhc9Ba9jiteShort episodes of Talking about Coaching addressing specific questions: https://www.youtube.com/talkingaboutcoachingYou can also find us on all major podcast platforms. If you&apos;d like to support us, please consider a positive review, leaving a comment or telling a coaching colleague about this episode. Thanks for being a coach. You&apos;re making the world a better place!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutcoaching)

Deep Dive with Eric Larson: Coaching, Play and Infinite Games

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