The Coaching Equation The Top 5 Contract Mistakes That Cost You Clients, Cash, and Credibility w/ Angie Boynton
May 7, 2025
In this engaging discussion, contract law expert Angie Boynton shares her 26 years of experience helping coaches safeguard their businesses. She emphasizes that contracts should foster clarity in collaborations, not just be defensive tools. Angie warns against using borrowed contract templates, which can jeopardize business integrity. She also outlines the five essential clauses every coaching contract should include, such as confidentiality and clear obligations, to prevent misunderstandings and ensure both parties are protected.
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Contracts Reflect Human Relationships
- Angie Boynton shares how her experience with high-stakes corporate contracts taught her contracts reflect human relationships, not just business deals.
- Her work on billion-dollar asset sales changed her view on contracts as foundational to trust and clarity.
Always Use a Client Contract
- Always have a client contract to clarify mutual promises and prevent misunderstandings.
- Without it, you risk confusion and costly disputes when expectations are not written down.
Align Contracts With Your Values
- Ensure your contract aligns with your personal and business values to confidently hold client boundaries.
- If a client refuses your terms, it signals they don't respect your boundaries and it's okay to say no.