This Coaching Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between:
Coach: Deborah Herdman
Business Name: DebHerdman.com
Email: Deb@DebHerdman.com
Client:
Email:
1. Description of Coaching
Coaching is a partnership (defined as an alliance, not a legal business partnership) between the Coach and the Client in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires the Client to maximize personal and professional potential. Coaching is designed to facilitate the creation and development of goals and to develop and carry out a strategy for achieving those goals.
2. Coach-Client Relationship
- The Coach agrees to maintain the ethics and standards of behavior established by the International Coach Federation (ICF). The Client is encouraged to review the ICF Code of Ethics at coachfederation.org/ethics.
B. The Client is solely responsible for all decisions, actions, and results that arise from the coaching relationship. The Coach is not liable for any outcomes or inaction resulting from coaching. Coaching is not therapy and does not treat mental health conditions.
C. Coaching may address various areas of the Client’s life and work. It is up to the Client to decide how to apply insights and strategies.
D. The Coach does not provide mental health counseling, legal advice, or medical guidance. The Client should seek such services separately as needed.
E. The Client agrees to participate actively, communicate honestly, and invest the time and energy necessary to get the most out of the coaching experience.
3. Services Provided
The Coach will provide group coaching services that may include leadership development, transformational coaching, and success strategies. Sessions will be conducted remotely and scheduled according to the program timeline.
4. Program Details
Program Name: Essence In Leadership Foundations
Format: Group coaching cohort
Duration: 3 months
Session Frequency: 6 Biweekly Workshops
Access: Clients receive access to course materials, replays, and community support as applicable.
5. Fees and Payment
Program Value: $1,997
Case Study Rate: For this inaugural case study cohort, the Client has been offered a special rate of $997 (non-refundable).
Payment Options:
- Paid in full: $997 (due before program start)
- Payment plan: $350/month for 3 months (first payment due at signing)
All payments are non-refundable. Late payments may result in suspended access to coaching.
6. Cancellation and Rescheduling
Group sessions will not be rescheduled or refunded for individual missed attendance.
The Coach reserves the right to reschedule sessions with reasonable notice.
7. Confidentiality
All coaching conversations are confidential within the limits of the law and ICF Code of Ethics. The Coach will not disclose personal information without written permission unless legally required.
Exceptions include:
- Threats of harm to self or others
- Illegal activity
- Subpoenas or court orders
- Information already publicly available
- Independent development or lawful third-party disclosure
8. Intellectual Property
All materials, methods, and recordings provided by the Coach, including Essence In Leadership™, Management Trap™, and EMBER Method™, are proprietary and for Client’s personal use only. Materials may not be shared, reproduced, or used to train others without written permission.
9. Group Coaching Etiquette
The Client agrees to respect the privacy and participation of others in group coaching. Personal stories and information shared by other participants must be kept confidential. Respectful behavior is expected in all sessions, forums, and communications.
10. Technology
Coaching is conducted online. The Client is responsible for maintaining reliable internet, video, and audio access. The Coach is not responsible for missed sessions due to technical issues on the Client’s side.
11. Termination of Agreement
Either party may end this Agreement with written notice. All fees paid are non-refundable. If the Client chooses to discontinue participation, no refunds will be issued, and outstanding payments remain due.
12. Limited Liability
The Coach does not guarantee specific outcomes or results. In no case shall the Coach be liable for any damages beyond the amount paid by the Client for services rendered.
13. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict of law principles.
14. Acknowledgment and Acceptance
By providing electronic signature, the Client confirms that they have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined in this Agreement.
Client:
Date of e-signature: (automatically time-stamped)