What Business Coaches Wish Their Clients Did After Every Session
Strategy is only half the battle. Execution is where most clients fall short. This blog uncovers how simple workflows aligned with coaching can drive real results.
1. Reflect Before Reacting
A coaching session isn’t just about solving immediate problems. It’s about expanding how you think. The best clients take time after each session to reflect on the discussion — not just what was said, but why it matters.
Instead of rushing into the next task or jumping back into the daily grind, give yourself space. Sit with the insights. Ask yourself what shifted during the session and how it changes your perspective on your business, team, or leadership style.
This reflection turns coaching into transformation.
2. Capture the Key Takeaways — Immediately
Within 24 hours of a session, your memory of the discussion will fade. That “aha” moment you had? Gone. That one action that would move the needle forward? Lost in the noise.
That’s why successful clients always document their key takeaways. Not just scribbled notes, but a clear summary of what stood out, what needs to happen next, and what decisions were made.
This becomes a living document of your growth — and keeps you aligned with your long-term goals.
3. Take Fast, Imperfect Action
Coaching doesn’t work without action. The fastest-growing clients aren’t the ones who get everything perfect — they’re the ones who try, test, and learn.
Taking immediate steps after a session builds momentum. Whether it’s making that tough phone call, drafting a new process, or simply blocking time on your calendar — action turns coaching into ROI.
Even if it’s small, even if it’s messy — start.
4. Communicate With Your Coach Between Sessions
Great coaching relationships don’t end at the hour mark. When clients send updates, questions, or progress reports between sessions, it allows the coach to stay in tune with what’s working — and what’s not.
This doesn’t mean over-communicating or asking for constant guidance. It’s about being accountable and using the time between sessions to stay connected to your goals.
This rhythm builds momentum and deepens the impact of each conversation.
5. Track Progress — and Celebrate Wins
Business owners often forget how far they’ve come because they’re always focused on what’s next. But progress tracking is key. Coaches love clients who take the time to measure what’s improving — whether it’s revenue, systems, mindset, or leadership.
Celebrating those small (but important) wins keeps you motivated. It reinforces the value of the work you’re doing and helps you stay focused through the ups and downs.
And most importantly, it proves to you — and your coach — that the work is working.
6. Share Feedback and Be Honest
A coaching session is a two-way street. If something didn’t resonate, or if a particular strategy doesn’t feel aligned, say it. Coaches appreciate honesty.
The most powerful shifts happen when clients are open about what’s really going on — the doubts, the confusion, the resistance. That’s when the real coaching starts.
You don’t need to impress your coach. You need to be real — that’s how growth happens.
7. Revisit Your Coaching Notes Weekly
One powerful habit is scheduling time every week to revisit your past coaching notes. You’ll be amazed at how much wisdom is sitting there — ideas you forgot, plans that weren’t followed through, or lessons that still apply.
This regular review process helps you stay aligned and reminds you of the strategic direction you’re working towards.
It’s like having a map — and checking it often so you don’t wander off-course.
In Conclusion: Coaching Is a Partnership — Not a Magic Wand
Hiring a business coach isn’t a fix-all. The clients who get the most out of coaching treat it like a partnership — not a one-sided advice session.
They show up with intention. They leave with action. And most importantly, they follow through.
If you’re working with a coach (or planning to), build these habits into your routine. They might seem simple — but they’re what separates stagnant businesses from growing ones.
Because at the end of the day, growth isn’t about information. It’s about execution.