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#110: The One Thing That Solves Most Coaching Problems: Contracting Well

Oct 2, 2025
Explore how effective coaching contracts can resolve many common challenges in the coaching world. Robbie discusses the importance of clear agreements, the key questions to ask clients, and strategies for re-contracting throughout engagements. He highlights the balance between stakeholder transparency and client confidentiality, as well as the ethical considerations that shape his practice. Learn why simplifying session notes has allowed him to focus on high-impact coaching, ultimately empowering his clients and enhancing their experiences.
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INSIGHT

Contracting Is The Core Problem Solver

  • Robbie observes that most coaching problems stem from weak contracting and unclear agreements.
  • He claims better contracting could have solved almost every issue he's brought to supervision.
ANECDOTE

One-Take Recording And A Slip-Up

  • Robbie records this episode in one take and notes a slip between 'coaching' and 'contracting' at the start.
  • He uses the anecdote to highlight the episode's informal, practical tone.
ADVICE

Use A Written Vision And Revisit It

  • Use a written coaching agreement focused on what coaching is and the vision for the work.
  • Revisit that vision in the middle and at the end to check progress and focus the rest of the engagement.
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