What is On-Demand Coaching?
Some BOLDLY clients wish to offer coaching to staff on an ad-hoc basis. Usually, our clients buy 2-3 'credits' per staff member per year, and the employee has the choice to use those credits when they have the need. Typically employees use their credits when a specific situation calls for preparation, like a performance review meeting. This model works for organisations with 10+ employees participating in the on-demand coaching pool.
Features of on-demand coaching:
- Access a coach for 1-off conversations (1 hour)
- Recommended for ad-hoc discussions
- Coaches are pre-screened by BOLDLY and allocated to employees based on fit and availability (no chemistry meeting)
- Available on 24 hours notice
- The coachee may not be connected with the same coach consecutively for subsequent credits
Here's why clients might opt for this approach, common topics addressed, and how early career professionals can maximize their benefits:
- Flexibility: Clients can access coaching when they need it most, without committing to long-term engagements.
- Targeted support: Addresses specific, immediate challenges or questions.
- Cost-effective: Pay only for the coaching time used, rather than ongoing retainer fees.
- Quick results: Focused sessions can lead to rapid insights and actionable steps.
- Diverse expertise: Access different coaches with specialized knowledge as needs arise.
Common topics for on-demand coaching:
On-demand coaching sessions typically address a wide range of workplace challenges and skill development areas, providing targeted support for professionals at various career stages.
Maximizing on-demand coaching for early career professionals:
Early career professionals can leverage on-demand coaching to accelerate their growth and tackle specific challenges by approaching these sessions strategically and with clear intentions.
- Prepare thoroughly: Define your goal and questions beforehand to make the most of limited time.
- Be specific: Focus on concrete challenges rather than general topics.
- Take notes: Capture key insights and action items during the session.
- Follow up: Implement advice quickly and track your progress.
- Reflect: Consider how the coaching insights apply to other areas of your work.
- Mix and match: Use different coaches for varied perspectives on your challenges.
- Combine with self-study: Supplement coaching with relevant books, articles, or courses.
- Practice self-coaching: Apply techniques learned to future situations independently.
- Seek feedback: Ask colleagues or mentors to assess your progress post-coaching.
- Build a coaching network: Maintain relationships with effective coaches for future sessions.
On-demand coaching offers a flexible, targeted approach to professional development. For early career professionals, it can provide timely support during critical moments, accelerating growth and enhancing performance. By approaching these sessions strategically, individuals can extract maximum value from each interaction, building a toolkit of skills and insights to navigate their careers successfully.
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