Coaching – Getting Started


I use the following form at the start of a new coaching relationship. It collates some practical information, but also helps me identify what individuals want their coaching to achieve, and how we can work together most effectively.

Client Profile and Intake Form

Coaching Priorities and Desired Outcomes

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Background Data

Learning style (data from formal assessment or via discussion)

 

Diagnostic data available (MBTI, EQ, 360 feedback?)

 

Job/Career history

 

Relevant personal information (health, non-work interests and aims, family)

 

Current Personal Leadership Strengths and Challenges
Strengths
Challenges
   
   
   
   
   

Client Information

Company details

Title & role in company

Contact information

Company Context
Main technologies, Products, Services
Main applications, markets and customer base
Financial highlights
Ownership & any main partnerships
Current support, mentoring, advisory arrangements

Main Business / Financial Goals
Short term (up to one year)
Longer term