TULI Coaching is a personalized service offered by the Tulane University Leadership Institute (TULI) designed to help faculty and staff enhance their leadership skills, leverage their strengths, and achieve their professional goals. Our certified coaches provide one-on-one and team coaching sessions tailored to meet your unique needs. 

TULI Coaching is available to all faculty and staff at Tulane University, regardless of their position or level of experience. Whether you’re a new manager, a seasoned leader, or looking to make a career transition, our coaching services can support your professional development.

We offer several types of coaching to address different needs:

• Individually Tailored 1-1 Coaching: Coaching for skilled, experienced leaders access a focused leadership development avenue to assist them in achieving their personal and professional goals.
• Strengths-Based Leadership Coaching: Focuses on leveraging your CliftonStrengths to enhance your leadership capabilities.
• Executive Coaching for Academic Leaders: Tailored for department chairs, deans, and senior administrators to improve strategic leadership and decision-making.
• Career Development Coaching: Helps individuals map out career paths, set goals, and navigate transitions.
• Team Coaching: Aims to improve team dynamics, communication, and performance through collaborative coaching.

The coaching process begins with an initial consultation to discuss your goals and determine the best approach. Afterward, you will engage in regular coaching sessions, which can be conducted in person or virtually, based on your preference. The frequency and duration of the sessions are customized to fit your needs. 

A normal coaching agenda during routine sessions will include the following:

• Establishing coachability
• Reviewing progress, updates, action items, and homework
• Establishing session objectives/ discuss topics
• Discuss session goals
• Reviewing session/ determining action items (if applicable) 
• Determining date and time of next session, and closing session

Sessions should not exceed the time of one hour.  They may last longer on occasion if there are other areas which need to be addressed such as work-related issues or an assessment de-brief but will be the exception versus the rule.  The sessions will begin and end on time unless both the coach and the client have both agreed to altering the timeframe, prior to the start of a session.  

The coach and client may meet in‐person, via zoom or by phone which should be agreed to in advance.  The scheduled day and time of the sessions will be agreed to at the onset of the service and may be modified with at least 48 hours’ notice.

If the client need to reschedule a coaching session, they will do so with at least 48 hours’ notice. If the coach needs to reschedule a coaching session, they will also do so with at least 48 hours’ notice.

1-1 Coaching cycles will be for 6 sessions over 6 months. The session frequency should be determined by the needs of the client, and the  Coach and client should use initial session to determine the most effective frequency based on their needs.  This can mean coach and client meet weekly or bi weekly for the first 2 or 3 sessions, and then allow for more time to go by between later sessions. Or whatever variation works best for the client.  If coach and client meet for 6 sessions more frequently (say weekly) and there is a month or two left over in the 6 month coaching contract, then a new coaching cycle contract should be established. 

Recognizing the unique qualifications, expertise, and value our certified coaches offer, fees are associated with the TULI 1:1 coaching services. The fee structure aims to provide equitable access to coaching services for all employees within the institution, regardless of their position, by offering a fair pricing system that reflects the value of coaching relative to their role. Fees vary based on individual coaching. For specific pricing information, please contact TULI directly.

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Yes, all coaching sessions are confidential. TULI Coaching adheres to strict ethical guidelines to ensure that your personal and professional information is protected. Your discussions with your coach will remain private unless you grant permission to share specific details.

Coaches maintain strict confidentiality regarding all information shared by clients during coaching sessions, following the principles outlined in the ICF Code of Ethics.

https://coachingfederation.org/ethics/code-of-ethics 

Absolutely! Team coaching is one of our key offerings. It is designed to enhance team collaboration, improve communication, and address any challenges that might be hindering group performance. Through customized sessions, our coaches work with teams to build stronger, more cohesive units.

All coaches in the TULI program have completed TULI’s Resilience and Leadership Coaching Certification Program which included 75+ hours of training and skill development led by a ICF Master Coach.  All coaches have pledged to adhere to the ethics, competencies and procedures of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) which is the highest standard in the marketplace.

Yes, coaching can be a valuable complement to other TULI programs, such as workshops, seminars, and leadership courses. Integrating coaching with these programs can help reinforce learning and provide personalized support as you apply new skills and strategies in your role.           

Coaching outcomes vary based on individual goals, but common results include enhanced leadership skills, greater self-awareness, improved decision-making, and clearer career direction. Many participants also report increased confidence and a stronger ability to navigate complex challenges.

If you’re looking to grow professionally, tackle specific challenges, or develop your leadership skills, coaching could be a great fit. During your initial consultation, we’ll help you explore whether coaching aligns with your needs and expectations.

We value your feedback! After your coaching engagement, you’ll have the opportunity to provide feedback through a survey or direct communication with our team. Your insights help us continuously improve our services and better support the Tulane community.

The effectiveness of coaching engagement will be evaluated through a formal feedback form collected from the client at the end of the 6-month coaching cycle to ensure the overall quality of and benefits of coaching experiences. 

Coaches and clients understand that the coaching relationship can be terminated at any point for any reason.

Before formal termination, the coach (or TULI coaching program coordinator) should ensure the following:

• Clear communication: The coach and client should have an open discussion about the reasons for considering termination, whether it's due to a breakdown in the coaching relationship, the client no longer finding value in the sessions, or other factors. Both parties should be able to share their perspectives.
• Transitional support: If terminating the relationship, the coach should offer to help the client transition out of the coaching, such as providing referrals to other coaches or resources that may be helpful.
• Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality around the reasons and circumstances of the termination, per the ethical guidelines outlined in the document.
• Documentation: The TULI coaching program coordinator should keep a record of the termination process, including the rationale and any agreed-upon terms, and store this securely per the record-keeping policies and for future learning and evaluation.
• Feedback: The TULI coaching program coordinator will also obtain feedback from the client on their experience to identify areas for improvement in the termination process or coaching program overall.