As we open the 2026 season of the CoachingMany Podcast, this episode invites coaches to return to one of the most essential—and often misunderstood—foundations of effective coaching: structure.

In this conversation, hosts Jennifer Britton and Evana Valle explore how intentional structure in coaching—particularly in group coaching and team coaching—creates the conditions for safety, trust, and meaningful connection. Rather than limiting creativity, well-designed processes free clients to clarify their own agendas and engage more deeply in their work.

Together, they reflect on the importance of pre-calls, clear client communication, and setting expectations from the very beginning. The episode also unpacks the critical distinctions between one-on-one coaching, group coaching, team coaching, and peer coaching, offering practical insights to help coaches choose and design the right approach for their clients.

✨ In this episode, you’ll explore:

• Why structure in coaching builds safety rather than rigidity
• How process design supports connection and client-led agendas
• The role of pre-calls and clear communication in successful coaching engagements
• Key differences between coaching modalities—and why they matter
• How ongoing learning and supervision strengthen coaching effectiveness

Whether you are a seasoned coach or stepping into group and team coaching in a new way, this episode offers practical wisdom and thoughtful reflection to support both coach and client success as the year unfolds.

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