Virtual coaching can be a powerful way to help your clients achieve their goals, but it also comes with some challenges. One of them is how to keep your clients engaged and motivated when you can't meet them in person. If you notice that your virtual coaching clients are losing interest, here are some strategies you can try to rekindle their enthusiasm and commitment.
Sometimes, less is more when it comes to virtual coaching. If you have too many or too long sessions, your clients may feel overwhelmed or bored. On the other hand, if you have too few or too short sessions, your clients may feel neglected or disconnected. Find the right balance for each client based on their needs, preferences, and progress. You can also experiment with different formats, such as group sessions, webinars, or podcasts, to add some variety and interaction.
Less is more here. Sometimes a break is what is needed. You can give them some reflection excerices to do at home or other homework and then regroup a few weeks later.
1 size fits all doesn't work here. You and your coaching should be flexible for clients accordingly. Look at other factors and tailor your client needs.
En mi opinión las sesiones virtuales requieren de no exceder los 45 mins , q hora máximo con el fin de sostener la atención del coachee. Intervenir la conversación con herramientas, tales como dinámicas de points of you por ejemplo, ayudan a dise?ar el espacio de conversación y generar mejores resultados y sostener la atención del consultante.
- Find the sweet spot that keeps clients engaged without overwhelming them. - Long sessions can be draining, especially online. Consider shorter, more focused sessions to maintain energy and engagement. - Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all. Adapt the frequency and duration to fit each client's schedule, goals, and engagement levels. - Regularly reassess session timing with your clients. Their needs can change, and so should your approach.
Virtual coaching doesn't have to be limited to video calls or emails. You can use various online tools and platforms to make your sessions more interactive and engaging. For example, you can use polls, quizzes, games, or simulations to test your clients' knowledge, skills, or attitudes. You can also use online collaboration tools, such as shared documents, whiteboards, or mind maps, to help your clients brainstorm, plan, or execute their actions. These tools and activities can also help you provide feedback, recognition, and support to your clients.
Hands-on tools can help too. See what you client likes. Every one has a different learning style. some are more into visualizations.
Utilizar herramientas, dinámicas, videos, fotos como disparadores puede colaborar e incrementar la atención durante la conversación. Trabajar con herramientas permite distender, despertar conciencia de manera más rápida y continuar con el dise?o del coachee para el alcance de metas y objetivos. En algunos casos, comenzar la sesión con un centramiento permite alinearse emocionalmente al trabajo dentro del espacio. Es 100% recomendable.
I love using interactive tool and different kind of activities. When I see that my client is stuck on something or starts to lose interest, I pull an exercise out of my coaching tool box and get them engaged through getting them to think of something in a new way...
- Utilize digital tools to make sessions more lively and interactive. I recommend Butter and Miro. - Tailor your approach to match individual preferences and goals. Timeboxing and workshop design is key.
One of the benefits of virtual coaching is that you can reach clients from different locations and backgrounds. However, this also means that your clients may feel isolated or lonely. To create a sense of community and accountability, you can encourage your clients to connect with each other and share their experiences, challenges, or successes. You can also create online groups, forums, or networks where your clients can interact, exchange ideas, or ask for help. Additionally, you can assign your clients peer mentors, buddies, or partners who can hold them accountable for their goals and actions.
Incorporating a 'Star Exchange' concept in virtual coaching can indeed create a sense of community and accountability. It not only allows clients to share their experiences but also provides a platform for them to learn from each other's successes and challenges. It encourages peer-to-peer learning and fosters a supportive environment, leading to collective growth and achievement.
Group coaching works really well after you have done some individual coaching or when people are thinking of working with you but not so sure,invite them to a group coaching session to experience and contribute to the action
Absolutely agree, foster a community. If appropriate, create a sense of community among your clients. Group sessions, forums, or social media groups can encourage peer support and engagement. Tools: Circle, Slack, Discord, etc.
Every client is unique and has different goals, needs, and preferences. To keep your clients interested and satisfied, you need to personalize your approach and content according to their individual profiles. You can use surveys, assessments, or interviews to learn more about your clients' personality, learning style, motivation, or challenges. You can also use analytics, feedback, or testimonials to measure and improve your clients' satisfaction and results. By personalizing your approach and content, you can show your clients that you care about them and that you can help them achieve their desired outcomes.
Partiendo desde la escucha activa, logramos entender que es lo que el coachee está dispuesto a trabajar. Acercarle puntos de vista sin vulnerar sus tiempos nos permitirá como coaches distinguir las características de cada coachee y disponernos para acompa?ar su propio proceso de aprendizaje. Realizar tests de competencias ontologicas, value drivers, encuestas por ejemplo antes de comenzar con las sesiones nos dará un mapa más acertado sobre los puntos y áreas de mejora.
??Unfortunately, I've felt that people have lost faith in coaching. Unfortunately, many people have given false testimonials in exchange for quick results. I differentiate myself a lot by believing that each client is different, and whenever I feel a lack of interest on the part of one, I always try to find out what they expect and personalize it immediately.
Seek Feedback: Directly ask for feedback from your clients to understand their perspectives and what might be causing their disinterest. Use surveys, questionnaires, or open-ended conversations to gather insights. Personalize the Experience: Tailor your coaching approach to meet the individual needs and preferences of each client. This could involve adjusting your communication style, session format, or the content of your coaching. Set Clear Goals: Work with your clients to set clear, achievable goals. This helps maintain focus and motivation, as clients can see tangible progress and outcomes from their coaching journey.
Finally, one of the most important ways to keep your clients engaged and motivated is to challenge and inspire them. You can do this by setting clear and realistic goals, providing constructive and positive feedback, and celebrating their achievements and milestones. You can also do this by sharing relevant and inspiring stories, examples, or resources that can help your clients learn, grow, or overcome obstacles. By challenging and inspiring your clients, you can help them develop their confidence, resilience, and potential.
Ask them what they feel is working for them. It's a partnership right? You can try different things as they may not know what works unless they try it, but then ask them.
??I ask for feedback from my other clients. It's not out of vanity or lack of humility, but it's important to have this feedback from other clients so that more of them feel captivated and our credibility increases.
If a client (direct report, colleague, family member I.e not just in coaching) is losing interest in what they are doing, it’s important to revisit their values, drivers and goals. Naturally these may shift over time and it could be the discovery they had when they started their journey isn’t the same now they’ve explored it further. In these experiences, I’d be running exercises around - Identifying core values or checking in on if they’ve changed - Do a Wheel of Life to check on where their head is at in key life areas - Explore what they are enjoying and not enjoying about work and life. Is it just an experience that is driving the loss of interest? - Ask them if they want to re-strategise around their vision