What are the most effective ways to build long-term relationships with coachees?

Hay varios factores importantes que son necesarios para crear el vínculo con el cliente. Muchos de estos factores deben quedar reflejados en el acuerdo que se firma antes de empezar el proceso de coaching, donde debe aparecer el compromiso de confidencialidad que sólo se romperá en caso de que haya riesgos que atenten contra la integridad física o psicológica del propio cliente o de otras personas. Dejar claro que las sesiones son espacios donde el cliente puede hablar de lo que considere que sea lo mejor para conseguir sus objetivos, sin ser juzgado por el coach. Es fundamental establecer un buen rapport desde el minuto uno, de forma que el cliente se sienta completamente cómodo con su coach.

An example is connecting your experiences with executive helps in building rapport where they do feel the connection and also the trust that you can provide them with the support needed

The same as with all relationships. Through genuine authentic interest. Care, taking time to think about the other person and what's important to them. Relationships need time, focus and care to flourish. As professional coaches we are able to do all of this and more.

In my experience a key step in building a long term relationship with a coachee is a focus on partnership. In a true partnership, there is a level of back and forth challenge, debate, thought partnering, "idea sparring" and safety to test ideas and assumptions in a no judgement zone. It's not enough simply to know your clients well, it's also about being able to help clients push their growth edges and master "out of the box" thinking.

Recognize the uniqueness of each coachee and customize coaching approaches accordingly. Tailor interventions to align with the coachee's learning style, preferences, and professional context. Personalization demonstrates a genuine investment in the coachee's individual journey, enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of the coaching relationship.

Es fundamental que el coach tenga una completa flexibilidad mental de cara a adaptarse a sus clientes. También es muy importante que posea muchas técnicas y herramientas para que pueda aplicarlas de manera más concreta y personalizada a cada uno de sus clientes. Es fundamental esta apertura para no caer en lo que se conoce como “el martillo de Maslow”, que significa que si sólo tienes un martillo lo utilizarás para todo. O lo que es lo mismo, que si sólo tienes una herramienta la utilizarás para resolver todos los problemas.

We can boost our communication success with different types of coachees with the following steps: a) Observe: No judgment on the specific situation. b) Identify a feeling: what did you feel when this happened? c) Need or desire: to express and reflect on what they want to happen. d) Request: How can they ask for a change of the situation or a change of outcome?

Communication is highly critical in strengthen relationship between a coach and coachee; and to make it work effectively for both parties. Having regular meeting intervals to discuss openly about progress, challenges, achievements, support needed and next steps is a good way to help enhance and add value into the relationship. The medium of communication should be one that would effectively work for both parties.

El mantener vías de comunicación abiertas es una característica muy importante para crear esa confianza necesaria entre el coach y el coachee. Dejarle la puerta abierta para que se pueda comunicar con sus coaches en cualquier momento, sabiendo que será atendido en cuanto sea posible, es fundamental para que el cliente se sienta acompañado en todo momento.

Establish Trust from the Start. Building trust is foundational to a long-term coaching relationship. Begin by establishing a safe and confidential space where coachees feel comfortable sharing their goals, challenges, and aspirations. Trust is the bedrock that sustains the coaching journey over the long term

Regularly assess the progress of the coaching relationship and seek feedback from coachees. This ongoing dialogue ensures that the coaching approach remains aligned with the coachee's evolving needs and goals. A willingness to adapt based on feedback demonstrates a commitment to the coachee's growth.

Yo no soy partidaria de hacer ese tipo de seguimientos. Lo que suelo hacer es pedirle que cuando haya llevado a cabo una tarea que él mismo haya decidido hacer, por ejemplo, hacerle una petición a su jefe, me envíe un mensaje informándome de cómo le ha ido. Y en caso de que no le haya ido bien, y lo desee, podemos adelantar la sesión para comentar lo ocurrido y ver otras alternativas.

My clients invest in themselves and its not paid by their companies, so the desire to get the result they invested in is higher. We don't have to chase them. They show up for themselves and EXPECT change. The burning desire is different.

I think following up and keeping in touch irrespective of whether the client relationship exists or not, is the most effective way. The relationship lasts more than a coaching contract / program.

Support Beyond Immediate Goals. Extend support beyond the achievement of immediate coaching goals. Foster a relationship that goes beyond the coaching engagement by showing genuine interest in the coachee's long-term development and well-being. This holistic approach contributes to a lasting and impactful coaching connection

My own coach once told me - it's about what you do, but it's more about who you are Radical transparency and authenticity about your own journey, experiences and thoughts can be a great way of making a long term connection with a client There is a fine balance to be had between sharing and coaching. As long as the coach's experiences are "informing" the relationship, I'd say we're good

In my experience, keeping the Smart goals and keeping sessions to specially check on those metrics helps and also makes them feel that progress has been made