A Complete Toolkit for Starting a Leadership Coaching Program
Everything you need to launch and manage a high-quality 1:1 Leadership Coaching Program is included in this comprehensive program kit. Developed by the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University, this ready-to-use toolkit provides the policies, procedures, coaching methodology, participant resources, and communication templates needed to establish an evidence-based coaching program at your institution.
Whether you're creating a new coaching initiative or enhancing an existing one, these customizable resources will help you implement a consistent, scalable, and impactful coaching experience with confidence.
Included in Your Program Kit:
1. Coach Handbook
Establish a strong foundation for your coaching program with a customizable handbook outlining the policies, procedures, and operational standards used by the Doerr Institute. This resource provides examples of best practices for recruiting, onboarding, and supporting coaches while maintaining a consistent participant experience across your institution.
2. Coach Guide
Lead impactful coaching engagements using a comprehensive facilitation guide based on the Doerr Institute's proven coaching model. The guide includes step-by-step instructions for managing a four-session coaching engagement, coaching best practices, measurement guidance, operational considerations, and practical tips to help coaches support meaningful leader development.
3. Client Guide
Empower participants to take ownership of their development with a customizable coaching guide that serves as the foundation of the coaching engagement. The guide sets expectations for the coaching relationship and walks participants through creating a personalized leadership development plan that guides conversations and tracks progress throughout the engagement.
4. Supporting Materials:
Accelerate implementation with a collection of ready-to-use resources that support a seamless coaching experience for both participants and coaches, including:
- Sample Canvas Homepage – An example of the online learning environment used to communicate with participants and coaches throughout the program.
- Program Orientation Video – A welcome video introducing participants to the coaching experience and preparing them for a successful engagement.
- Sample Welcome Email – A customizable email template announcing coach pairings and outlining next steps before coaching begins.
How to Purchase
To purchase a Doerr Institute Turn-key Student Program for your institution, click on the purchase link and complete your transaction through our secure online checkout. Once your purchase is complete, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for downloading your program materials and implementation resources.
Your purchase includes a license for your institution to use the materials internally for their intended educational purpose. All program content is the proprietary intellectual property of the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University and is provided exclusively for your organization's use. These materials may not be shared outside your institution, distributed, copied, posted publicly, resold, sublicensed, or used by individuals or organizations who have not purchased a license. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of these materials is strictly prohibited.
Questions?
If you have any questions before or after your purchase, please contact leadership@rice.edu. We're happy to help you successfully implement your program. We're excited to partner with you!