AI Prompts for Coaches

Act as a coaching thinking partner and help me prepare for an upcoming client session. Use only the details I provide below. If something important is missing, mark it as "to confirm with client" instead of inventing it.

Client (first name or initials only): [name/initials]
Coaching focus/goal: [what they hired you to work on]
Where we left off last session: [key insight, decision, or theme]
What they committed to before this session: [action(s) + deadline]
What I know about their progress: [done / partial / stuck + any obstacles they mentioned]
Session length: [30/45/60 min]
Anything sensitive to be aware of: [optional]

Produce a prep brief with:
1. A 2-3 sentence recap of where the client is right now
2. A likely focus for this session, with a one-line rationale
3. 4-6 open-ended questions I could ask, ordered from exploration to commitment
4. One optional exercise or reflection that fits the focus
5. Watch-outs: patterns or blind spots to listen for, phrased as observations not diagnoses

Keep everything within a coaching (non-clinical) scope. Do not suggest clinical, medical, or therapeutic interventions. If the notes point to something outside coaching, such as signs of a mental health condition, flag it as "consider whether a referral is appropriate."

Generate a set of powerful, open-ended coaching questions I can use with a client on a specific topic.

Topic or goal: [what the client wants to work through]
Client's current situation (brief, no identifying details): [1-2 sentences]
Coaching style: [e.g. direct, gentle, Socratic]
What I want the questions to do: [e.g. clarify values, surface an obstacle, move toward a decision]

Requirements:
- Base every question only on the topic and situation I provide; do not assume facts about the client I did not give you
- Every question must be open-ended (no yes/no questions) and free of hidden advice
- Ask about one thing at a time; keep each question to a single sentence
- Avoid "why" questions that can feel like blame; prefer "what" and "how"
- Do not diagnose, label, or assume the client's feelings
- Group the questions into three phases: Explore (understand the situation), Challenge (test assumptions and stretch thinking), and Commit (move toward action)
- Give me 4-5 questions per phase

Stay strictly within a coaching scope. Do not produce questions that probe trauma or require clinical training to hold.

Write a warm, concise recap email to send a client after our coaching session. Use only the information I provide. Mark anything I leave blank as "[to confirm]" rather than filling it in.

Client name: [name]
Session date: [date]
Key insights or shifts from the session: [1-3 points, in my words]
Decisions the client made: [list]
Action commitments (with deadlines): [action + by when]
Resources or links I promised to send: [optional]
Next session: [date/time or "to be scheduled"]
My name / sign-off: [your name]

The email should:
- Open by acknowledging something specific the client did or realized (only what I listed)
- Restate their commitments as their words, not my instructions
- Keep the action list scannable with short bullets
- End with encouragement and the next-session detail
- Stay under 200 words, warm and professional, no clichés or hype
- Not add coaching advice or new tasks I did not mention

Write a discovery call script (also called a consultation or clarity call) for my coaching practice. It should help me understand whether a prospect is a good fit and, if so, invite them into my offer without high-pressure tactics.

My coaching niche: [e.g. career coaching for mid-career professionals]
Who my ideal client is: [description]
The main problem they come to me with: [problem]
The transformation I help them reach: [outcome]
My offer and price: [package + price, or "to confirm"]
Call length: [20/30/45 min]

Structure the script as:
1. Opening and setting expectations for the call (1-2 lines)
2. Rapport and permission to ask deeper questions
3. 5-7 questions to understand their goal, what they've tried, and what's in the way
4. A natural transition to sharing how I work
5. How to present the offer honestly (what's included, price, next step)
6. A respectful way to handle "I need to think about it" without pressure
7. A clear close for both a yes and a not-yet

Tone: curious and grounded, never salesy. Do not use manipulation, false scarcity, or guilt. Include placeholders where I should insert my own words.

Help me outline a structured coaching program. Use only what I provide and mark gaps as "[to develop]". Do not invent outcomes, timelines, or guarantees.

Program name (or working title): [name]
Who it's for: [ideal client]
The core transformation/outcome: [where they start to where they end]
Duration and format: [e.g. 8 weeks, weekly 1:1 calls + workbook]
Delivery: [1:1 / group / self-paced + calls]
Key topics or milestones I already know I want to cover: [list]

Produce:
1. A one-paragraph program overview
2. A module-by-module (or week-by-week) breakdown, each with:
   - Module title
   - The objective for that module (what the client can do by the end)
   - Session focus and discussion prompts
   - One exercise, worksheet, or between-session action
   - The milestone that shows progress
3. A note on where I should insert my own frameworks or IP
4. Suggestions for what to include in a welcome/onboarding step

Keep it within a coaching scope. Do not promise specific results, income, health, or clinical outcomes. Flag anything that would require a licensed professional.

Write a short between-session check-in message for a coaching client. It should support accountability while keeping the relationship warm and pressure-free.

Client name: [name]
What they committed to: [action from last session]
Deadline or timeframe: [by when]
How they tend to respond to accountability: [e.g. likes gentle nudges / prefers direct]
Channel: [email / text / WhatsApp / Slack]
My name: [your name]

The message should:
- Reference their specific commitment (only what I provided)
- Ask about progress in a curious, non-judgmental way
- Make it easy to admit if they're stuck by normalizing obstacles
- Offer one small next step or a chance to adjust the plan
- Stay short (2-4 sentences for text, up to 100 words for email)
- Avoid guilt, pressure, or over-praising

Give me two versions: one for a client who is likely on track, and one for a client who has probably fallen behind.

Create a client-facing worksheet or exercise for my coaching program. Use only the details I provide, do not invent client specifics, and keep it practical and within a coaching (non-clinical) scope.

Worksheet topic: [e.g. defining core values, weekly planning, overcoming a limiting belief]
Desired outcome for the client: [what they'll have clarity on or be able to do]
Type: [reflection / goal-setting / values / habit tracker / decision-making]
Where it's used: [before a session / between sessions / self-paced module]
Time to complete: [10 / 20 / 30 min]

Produce:
1. A clear title and a 2-3 sentence intro explaining the purpose
2. Step-by-step sections with instructions
3. Reflective prompts the client writes answers to (leave space markers like "___")
4. One summarizing question that turns their reflections into a next action
5. A short encouraging closing note

Keep the language supportive and plain. Do not include clinical assessments, diagnostic scales, or anything that requires a therapist or medical professional to administer.

Write a sales page for one of my coaching offers. Use ONLY the facts I provide. Where I don't give you proof, testimonials, or numbers, insert a clear placeholder like "[testimonial to add]" or "[stat to confirm]" and never invent results, income figures, or client stories.

Offer name: [name]
Who it's for: [ideal client]
The problem they're struggling with: [problem]
The transformation my offer delivers: [outcome]
What's included: [sessions, materials, support, duration]
Price and payment options: [price or "to confirm"]
Real proof I have (optional): [testimonials, credentials, experience]

Structure the page as:
1. Headline and subheadline (clear, specific, no hype)
2. The problem, described in the client's own language
3. What becomes possible (the transformation)
4. How the program works (what's included, format, timeline)
5. About me and why I can help (only real credentials)
6. Who this is and isn't for
7. Pricing and what to do next
8. A short FAQ (3-4 questions)

Tone: warm, credible, plain-spoken. No hype words, no guarantees of specific results, no fake urgency.

Outline a lead magnet that attracts my ideal coaching clients and naturally leads to booking a call. Keep the advice genuinely useful, not a thin teaser.

My audience: [who you want to attract]
Their pain or question: [the specific thing they're stuck on]
The quick win I want to give them: [outcome they get from the freebie]
Format: [PDF guide / checklist / short email course / template]
My method or point of view: [what makes my approach distinct]

Produce:
1. 3 title options (specific and benefit-led, no clickbait)
2. A section-by-section outline
3. For each section: what to cover and the key takeaway
4. One simple exercise or checklist the reader completes
5. A soft call to action inviting them to a discovery call
6. Notes on where I need to add my own examples or expertise (mark as "[add your example]")

Do not fabricate statistics, case studies, or client results. If a claim needs a source, flag it as "[verify before publishing]".

Generate a batch of social media posts for my coaching business that build trust and start conversations. Match my voice and stay authentic.

My niche: [e.g. leadership coaching for new managers]
Platform: [Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook / Threads]
Who I'm talking to: [ideal client]
Themes or topics to cover: [list]
My point of view / beliefs I want to share: [1-3 statements]
Call to action for the week: [e.g. DM me "GROW", comment, book a call]

Create 5 posts with a mix of types:
1. A relatable story or observation (no invented client details; use "[your example]" if needed)
2. A practical tip or mini-framework
3. A myth to bust in my niche
4. A reframe or mindset shift
5. An invitation to work with me

For each post give me: a strong opening line, the body, and a clear CTA.
Do not fabricate client stories, testimonials, or statistics. Leave placeholders for anything real I need to add. Keep the tone human, not salesy or hype-driven.

Write clear, specific descriptions for my coaching packages so prospects can choose the right fit. Use only the details I provide; mark anything unconfirmed as "[to confirm]". Do not add benefits, session counts, or prices I didn't give you.

Package 1:
- Name: [name]
- For: [who it's for]
- Includes: [sessions, support, materials, duration]
- Price: [price]
Package 2:
- Name: [name]
- For: [who]
- Includes: [...]
- Price: [...]
Package 3 (optional):
- Name: [name]
- For: [who]
- Includes: [...]
- Price: [...]
Overall outcome clients want: [transformation]

For each package produce:
1. A one-line summary of who it's best for
2. A short paragraph describing the experience and what's included
3. A bulleted list of what they get
4. The outcome or progress they can expect, framed honestly with no guarantees

Then add a brief comparison to help someone choose between tiers.
Keep the tone confident and plain. No hype, no guaranteed results, no invented bonuses.

Write a warm, low-pressure email asking a coaching client for a testimonial. Make it easy for them to say yes and easy to write.

Client name: [name]
Program or package they completed: [name]
Results or shifts they've shared with me (only real ones): [what they told you]
How warm our relationship is: [very close / friendly / professional]
Where the testimonial will be used: [website / social / sales page]
My name: [your name]

The email should:
- Thank them genuinely and reference their specific progress (only what I listed)
- Explain briefly why a few words from them would help
- Make it effortless: offer 3-4 short prompt questions they can answer instead of a blank page
- Give explicit permission to keep it short, edit later, or decline
- Ask how they'd like to be credited (full name, first name + initial, or anonymous)
- Stay under 180 words, no guilt or pressure

Do not write the testimonial for them or put words in their mouth. Only invite their honest words.