We measure.
The client weighs 180 lbs, and they want to weigh 150 lbs. Each week, I measure their adherence to their action items.
- “What are you proud of this week?
- What did you struggle with?
- I see you logged your water and food for three days instead of seven days. Tell me about that.
- Okay, here are two ways to fix that; which one do you want to do?
- I want to make sure you reach 100% adherence this upcoming week, it’s vital to making {client vision/goal} a reality, plus you’ll feel amazing the next time you see me. What is holding you back from 100% adherence next week?”
I measure their body composition monthly (bi-monthly is okay for some clients).
- weight
- body fat %
- muscle mass
I also ask them objective and subjective questions to help me assess if their making progress they are genuinely proud about.
- Physical performance (if it matters)
- Energy levels
- Sleep quality/quantity
- Self-esteem
- Progress photos may be appropriate
- How a wardrobe item feels when trying it on
- etc
I can make changes to action items on the fly each week.
I can make changes to the focus of their service bi-monthly or monthly.
Each Quarter I ask them three questions.
- Are you totally happy with your progress so far?
- If not, what would you like to speed progress up on?
- You’ve made huge changes, whats on the horizon for you now?
I can alter our service based on this quarterly check-in and ensure that I keep working with people I love to serve instead of chancing it by working with every stranger who finds me on the internet.
I coach coaches. Here’s what I’m telling them.
To be a great 1v1 coach:
- Know who your clients are.
- Learn and deliver what clients need.
- Be a professional.
- Measure what you deliver.
- Promote by showing how effective you are at bringing clients progress, thus happiness.
Are you with the right coach? Email me if you want to be.
