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Using the iNNERSHiP App during holidays and festive breaks: staying on track in agile moments

Pauline Borrel
Pauline Borrel

Periods such as holidays or festive breaks often slow down routines, making it more challenging to maintain continuity in progress. For coaches, these times pose a unique challenge in keeping coachees engaged. However, with the right strategy, these periods can become an opportunity to strengthen connections and prepare for a productive return.

Here are key insights, inspired by the iNNERSHiP methodology, to navigate these moments with rigour and efficiency.

1. Adjust the rhythm and maintain connection

Breaks or organisational pauses require tailored adjustments in your exchanges:

  • Anticipate changes in availability: Work with your coachees to schedule sessions or check-ins before or after planned breaks. Understanding their rhythm helps you adapt your approach effectively.

  • Encourage reflection and progress: Suggest that coachees use these quieter periods to:

    • Reassess their goals and achievements.

    • Review their notes or shared resources.

    • Continue advancing in their programme.

    • Take a pause and recharge, as stepping back can offer valuable perspective.

💡 Pro Tip: Ensure no more than three weeks pass between coaching sessions to maintain momentum. This ensures that each stage of the programme is completed within a reasonable timeframe. You will then have a week to postpone your call if your coachee has not completed his or her stage, allowing a maximum of 4 weeks between calls.

2. Prepare for a strong comeback

Planning key milestones for a return to activity is essential for re-engaging coachees and maintaining their focus:

  • Schedule a follow-up session: As early as possible, set a meeting to reaffirm objectives and reinvigorate the programme.

  • Leverage autonomous tools: If you anticipate being unavailable, encourage coachees to use the app’s features to advance independently. This builds their self-reliance while keeping them connected to their progress.

3. Fine-tune your communication

Effective communication is critical during transitional periods:

  • Prioritise the platform: All exchanges should take place exclusively through the iNNERSHiP app to uphold confidentiality and client agreements.

  • Avoid informal messages: Even for sending greetings, it is preferable not to use group messages or newsletters.

Quiet periods or holidays do not have to mean stagnation. With a proactive approach, they can become an opportunity for reflection and progress. By staying connected, planning ahead, and leveraging available tools, you can ensure continuity in your coachees’ journeys, no matter the context.

Remember: growth is fuelled by balance. Taking care of yourself during holidays allows you to better support others.