First Session Script

FIRST COACHING SESSION SCRIPT SESSION OVERVIEW =============== Duration: 60-90 minutes Objectives: - Build rapport and trust - Establish coaching agreement - Understand client's goals and current situation - Set expectations for the coaching relationship - Create initial action plan PRE-SESSION PREPARATION ====================== ☐ Review client intake form ☐ Prepare session materials ☐ Set up comfortable, private space ☐ Ensure technology is working (if virtual) ☐ Have contract/agreement ready OPENING (10 minutes) =================== 1. WELCOME AND RAPPORT BUILDING "Welcome! I'm excited to begin this coaching journey with you. How are you feeling about our first session today?" "Before we dive in, I'd love to hear what drew you to coaching at this particular time in your life." 2. SESSION OVERVIEW "Today's session will last [X] minutes. Here's what we'll cover: - Getting to know each other better - Understanding your goals and current situation - Establishing our coaching agreement - Creating an initial action plan - Scheduling our next session Does this agenda work for you? Is there anything you'd like to add or prioritize?" [Script continues with detailed sections for coaching agreement review, goal exploration, assessment, action planning, and closing procedures]