This Saturday, I want to discuss the 5 remote coaching best practices.

In today’s fast-paced work environment, remote coaching has become increasingly popular. Whether you’re a manager, mentor, or coach, effectively guiding and supporting your team from a distance is a critical skill.

Here are 5 remote coaching best practices:

1) Communicate regularly and effectively

Regular communication is vital to building trust and maintaining a solid connection with your team. Make sure to have regular check-ins through video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging to keep your team up-to-date on expectations and progress.

Example:
Schedule weekly video calls with each team member to review their progress, discuss any challenges they may face, and provide support and guidance.

2) Provide clear expectations and guidelines

Make sure to establish clear guidelines and expectations for the remote coaching process. This includes the frequency of check-ins, how you’ll track progress, and the methods of communication.

Example:
Create a detailed onboarding guide outlining the remote coaching process, including the expected frequency of check-ins, communication methods, and progress tracking expectations.

3) Use technology to your advantage

Many tools and technology are available to support remote coaching. Adopt project management tools, time-tracking software, and collaboration platforms to keep your team organized and on track.

Example:
Use a project management tool like JIRA to assign tasks, track progress, and provide feedback to your team members.

4) Foster a sense of community

Even when working remotely, creating a sense of community and belonging among your team members is essential. Encourage team members to share their experiences and provide support to one another.

Example:

1. Dedicate the first 10 minutes of your coaching session to know your colleagues better.
2. Share some personal news (ex: what did you do the past weekend) and ask to do the same.
3. Start the session always laughing together.

5) Stay positive and encouraging

As a coach, it’s crucial to maintain an optimistic attitude, even when working remotely. Provide constructive feedback and support to help your team members reach their goals.

Example:
Make sure to highlight and recognize the successes of your team members and provide encouraging words and support when they face challenges.

Where to start?

To help you implement these best practices, I invite you to reflect on your remote coaching approach. What are some areas where you can improve? What steps can you take to become a more effective remote coach?

Feel free to contact me to jump on a call. I’d love to help!