Coaching and mentoring

Policies, procedures and ethics for coaching and mentoring

Confidentiality

  • The strictest levels of confidentially will be maintained unless release is required by law.
  • Sharp Insight will be clear to clients about the conditions under which confidentiality will not be maintained (e.g. illegal activity, danger to self or others etc.)

Record keeping

  • Sharp Insight will hold written client records.
  • Client records will be maintained, stored and disposed of in a manner which promotes confidentiality, security and privacy and complies with applicable laws.

Cancellations, rescheduling and refunds

  • Clients are politely requested to give at least 24 hours notice to change or cancel their appointment to avoid any cancellation charge.
  • If a client cancels or reschedules within the notice period, clients can keep their session credit; otherwise, they lose their session credit or pay the session fee. However, if there is an emergency or illness that prevents attendance, Sharp Insight will offer to reschedule or extend a later session, if possible.
  • To reschedule a session(s), Sharp Insight requires a minimum notice period of 24 hours. However, in situations where there is a valid reason to reschedule, such as a work conflict or family emergency, Sharp Insight will be flexible and accommodating to find a mutually convenient and alternative time for the session.
  • Sharp Insight offers a free initial consultancy and no refund policy.

Code of ethics

  • Sharp Insight complies with the EMCC code of ethics.
  • Association of Business Mentors member.
  • Sharp Insight is ICO registered.