This Agreement is entered into by and between: PanditConsulting LLC and the Client whereby the Coach agrees to provide coaching and counseling Services for the Client. 

Description of Coaching: Coaching is a partnership (defined as an alliance, not a legal business partnership) between the Coach and the Client in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires the client to maximize personal and professional potential. It is designed to facilitate the creation/development of personal, professional, or business goals and to develop and carry out a strategy/plan for achieving those goals. 

1) Coach-Client Relationship 

A. Coach agrees to maintain the ethics and standards of behavior established by the International Coach Federation “(ICF)” (Coachfederation.org/ethics). It is recommended that the Client review the ICF Code of Ethics and the applicable standards of behavior. 

B. The client is solely responsible for creating and implementing his/her own physical, mental, and emotional well-being, decisions, choices, actions, and results arising out of or resulting from the coaching relationship and his/her coaching calls and interactions with the Coach. As such, the Client agrees that the Coach is not and will not be liable or responsible for any actions or inaction, or for any direct or indirect result of any services provided by the Coach. The client understands that coaching is not therapy and that coaching is not a substitute for therapy if needed, and does not prevent, cure, or treat any mental disorder or medical disease. 

C. Client further acknowledges that he/she may terminate or discontinue the coaching relationship at any time. 

D. The client acknowledges that coaching is a comprehensive process that may involve different areas of his or her life, including work, finances, health, relationships, education, and recreation. The Client agrees that deciding how to handle these issues, incorporating coaching principles into those areas, and implementing choices is exclusively the Client’s responsibility. 

E. Client acknowledges that coaching does not involve the diagnosis or treatment of mental disorders as defined by the American Psychiatric Association and that coaching is not to be used as a substitute for counseling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care, substance abuse treatment, or other professional advice by legal, medical or other qualified professionals and that it is the Client’s exclusive responsibility to seek such independent professional guidance as needed. If the Client is currently under the care of a mental health professional, it is recommended that the Client promptly inform the mental health care provider of the nature and extent of the coaching relationship agreed upon by the Client and the Coach. 

F. The Client understands that in order to enhance the coaching relationship, the Client agrees to communicate honestly, be open to feedback and assistance, and create the time and energy to participate fully in the program. 

2) Services The parties agree to engage in a Coaching Program through in-person, internet, and/or telephone meetings. The coach will be available to the Client by e-mail and voicemail in between scheduled meetings as defined by the Coach (describe those terms here). The coach may also be available for additional time, per the Client’s request on a prorated basis rate of $150 per hour (for example, reviewing documents, reading or writing reports, and engaging in other Client-related services outside of coaching hours). 

3) Schedule and Fees The fee is $250 per session and/or $800 per month based on 4 sessions. Each session shall be 45 minutes long. 

4) Procedure The time of the coaching meetings and/or location will be determined by the Coach and Client based on a mutually agreed upon time. The Client will initiate all calls by joining the scheduled appointment using the "Book" page. The scheduled appointment will be using the Google Meet Video/Audio Conferencing feature for all the coaching sessions. With the Client's consent, the sessions may be recorded and/or transcribed for notes-taking purposes. If the Coach will be at any other number for a scheduled call, the Client will be notified prior to the scheduled appointment time. 

5) Confidentiality This coaching relationship, as well as all information (documented or verbal) that the Client shares with the Coach as part of this relationship, is bound by the principles of confidentiality set forth in the ICF Code of Ethics. However, please be aware that the Coach-Client relationship is not considered a legally confidential relationship (like the medical and legal professions), and thus communications are not subject to the protection of any legally recognized privilege. The Coach agrees not to disclose any information pertaining to the Client without the Client’s written consent. The Coach will not disclose the Client’s name as a reference without the Client’s consent. 

Confidential Information does not include information that: (a) was in the Coach’s possession prior to its being furnished by the Client; (b) is generally known to the public or in the Client’s industry; (c) is obtained by the Coach from a third party, without breach of any obligation to the Client; (d) is independently developed by the Coach without use of or reference to the Client’s confidential information; or (e) the Coach is required by statute, lawfully issued subpoena, or by court order to disclose; (f) is disclosed to the Coach and as a result of such disclosure the Coach reasonably believes there to be an imminent or likely risk of danger or harm to the Client or others; and (g) involves illegal activity. The Client also acknowledges his or her continuing obligation to raise any confidentiality questions or concerns with the Coach in a timely manner. 

6) Release of Information The Coach engages in training and continuing education pursuing and/or maintaining ICF (International Coach Federation) Credentials. That process requires the names and contact information of all Clients for possible verification by ICF. By signing this agreement, you agree to have only your name, contact information, and start and end dates of coaching shared with ICF staff members and/or other parties involved in this process for the sole and necessary purpose of verifying the coaching relationship, no personal notes will be shared. Client Agrees "YES". According to the ethics of our profession, topics may be anonymously and hypothetically shared with other coaching professionals for training, supervision, mentoring, evaluation, and for coach professional development and/or consultation purposes. 

7) Cancellation Policy The Client agrees that it is the Client's responsibility to notify the Coach 4 hours in advance of the scheduled calls/meetings. The coach reserves the right to bill the Client for a missed meeting. The coach will attempt in good faith to reschedule the missed meeting. 

8) Record Retention Policy The Client acknowledges that the Coach has disclosed his/her record retention policy with respect to documents, information, and data acquired or shared during the term of the Coach-Client relationship. Such records will be maintained by the Coach in a format of the Coach’s choice (print or digital/electronic) for a period of not less than 3 years. 

9) Termination Either the Client or the Coach may terminate this Agreement at any time with _2__weeks written notice. Client agrees to compensate the Coach for all coaching services rendered through and including the effective date of termination of the coaching relationship. 

10) Limited Liability Except as expressly provided in this Agreement, the Coach makes no guarantees, representations, or warranties of any kind or nature, express or implied with respect to the coaching services negotiated, agreed upon, and rendered. In no event shall the Coach be liable to the Client for any indirect, consequential, or special damages. Notwithstanding any damages that the Client may incur, the Coach’s entire liability under this Agreement, and the Client’s exclusive remedy, shall be limited to the amount actually paid by the Client to the Coach under this Agreement for all coaching services rendered through and including the termination date. 

11) Entire Agreement This document reflects the entire agreement between the Coach and the Client and reflects a complete understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter. This Agreement supersedes all prior written and oral representations. The Agreement may not be amended, altered, or supplemented except in writing signed by both the Coach and the Client. 

12) Dispute Resolution If a dispute arises out of this Agreement that cannot be resolved by mutual consent, the Client and Coach agree to attempt to mediate in good faith for up to (a certain amount of time such as 30 days) after notice is given. If the dispute is not so resolved, and in the event of legal action, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover attorney’s fees and court costs from the other party. 

13) Severability If any provision of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable. If the Court finds that any provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting such provision it would become valid and enforceable, then such provision shall be deemed to be written, construed, and enforced as so limited. 

14) Waiver The failure of either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver or limitation of that party's right to subsequently enforce and compel strict compliance with every provision of this Agreement. 

15) Applicable Law This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without giving effect to any conflicts of laws provisions. 

16) Binding Effect This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors and permissible assigns. This Client Agreement is effective immediately when the first scheduled coaching meeting is initiated. 

ICF Notice and Disclaimer: The above form is being made available by ICF only as a sample agreement for consideration by you in creating or developing a contract that represents your legal relationship with your client(s). It is intended to serve as a reference or guide only. You will find possible standard clauses covering a number of important areas of the relationship intended to protect you and your clients. Once you have drafted your version, it is recommended that you review the form with your legal counsel for additional input. ICF is making this sample coaching agreement available “as is” without any warranties or representatives as to its suitability for any particular purpose. ICF specifically disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any alleged losses, injuries, or damages arising out of or resulting from a coach’s voluntary decision to make use of this sample document or any variation hereof.