Insightful Session on Effective Coaching Contracting Essentials
(11 Nov 2024)
Amy Fung facilitated an engaging and insightful session on Contracting in Coaching at HKICC, highlighting the critical role of clear agreements in fostering effective coaching relationships. She defined contracting as the formal agreement between coach and coachee, covering expectations, boundaries, and goals. Amy compared ICF and EMCC perspectives, showing how these frameworks guide professional standards in coaching agreements. She emphasized that clear contracts build trust, prevent misalignments, and ensure productive coaching. Amy led participants through scenarios demonstrating how agreements evolve before, during, and after coaching sessions. Key elements of contracting—purpose, boundaries, logistics, commitment, and accountability—were explored, along with common pitfalls such as vague agreements. The session offered practical tools for creating clear, effective contracts to ensure aligned, successful coaching engagements.