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You had an incredible coaching session, filled with discoveries and awareness. But now, the end is approaching. How can we effectively conclude this coaching session to ensure that all this work does not go to waste? What words should be said, what actions should be taken to ensure the end of the session is as successful as its beginning? Hang in there, this article is about to reveal the keys to a memorable coaching session conclusion.
Key #1: Recap
The recap is an essential tool for concluding a coaching session. It allows you to take stock of what has been accomplished and reinforce learning. Summarize key points of the session helps the client to integrate the new information and to see the progress made. It is also an opportunity to look back on strong moments and awareness.
The recapitulation can take various forms:
Key n°2: Future actions
An effective coaching session conclusion involves more than just looking back. It must also orient towards the future. It is therefore crucial to establish actions to take before the next session. These actions are steps to take towards the client’s objective. They must be clear, achievable and motivating.
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By defining these actions, the coach offers the client a concrete plan to continue to progress. This could be:
Key n°3: validation of acquired knowledge
At the end of the coaching session, it is important to take the time to validate acquired knowledge. This step, often neglected, is nevertheless essential. It allows you to measure progress, recognize the work accomplished and strengthen self-confidence.
To validate what has been learned, the coach can, for example, ask the client to:
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And there you have it, you now have in hand the keys to effectively conclude a coaching session. But be careful, nothing is ever acquired. Each session is unique and requires a tailored conclusion. So stay tuned, keep learning and experimenting. And above all, never forget that the conclusion of a coaching session is as important a moment as its beginning.
