Launch Engagement
Kickoff
The kickoff is all about setting the tone, sharing the roadmap, and giving learners the confidence they need to have a successful coaching experience.
Skillsoft is flexible as to how you will run your kickoff. You have the option to:
- Have a high-energy live kickoff.
- Lead the kickoff yourself through a PowerPoint presentation using the provided template.
- Have an asynchronous kickoff by sending learners a pre-recorded video that they can watch on their own time.
Top 5 Best Practices for a Coaching Kickoff
Here are the best ways you can help set your program up for success:
- Kick things off with executive presence: Invite the executive sponsor to open the meeting to set the tone and highlight the program’s significance.
- Highlight the "What's in it for me?": Make sure to highlight the value of coaching and how it aligns with their goals.
- Plan ahead:Schedule the kickoff early so learners have time to make room on their calendars.
- Asynchronous? Set a deadline:Give learners a clear due date to watch the video.
- Keep it simple: Focus on clarity and keep the kickoff short, clear, and engaging. Spell out next steps:
- Login to the platform
- Complete your profile and assessments
- Schedule your first session