
Coach Community Guidelines
- Aim for professionalism and respect in all interactions on the Talentingo platform.
- Keep all communication and monetary transactions within the Talentingo platform. Failure to comply will result in deactivation of the coach’s profile.
- Obtain written consent in order to share information or recordings of a learner through any form of media or non-secure data system.
- Hate speech and discrimination of any kind are not tolerated.
- Cultural sensitivity is of the utmost importance. Avoid statements promoting a particular religion, nation, political viewpoint, or cultural practice over another. Objectivity and impartiality is expected.
- Avoid rescheduling and canceling when possible. Excessive or unnecessary cancellations hurt the reputation of the coach and the Talentingo platform.
- Be on time for lessons and teach the full lesson time. In cases of back-to-back bookings. Coaches may leave the first lesson up to 3 minutes before the scheduled end-time in order to log into the next class on time. Longer breaks should be planned as unopened slots by the coach upon opening the weekly schedule.
- Respond to messages from learners in a timely manner. If the coach does not wish to work with a particular learner, the coach should simply state that the arrangement is not the best fit and hide their coach profile. In cases of abuse, refer to the Participant Protection Policy.
- Do not make disparaging comments to learners about the Talentingo platform or personnel. Reports or evidence of inappropriate statements will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
- Unwelcome comments or behaviors of a romantic or sexual nature directed at any member of the Talentingo will result in immediate deactivation of the coach’s profile.
- Coach’s attire should present a positive, clean, respectful image in accordance with cultural norms in the United States. There is no official dress code. Casual clothing, such as a t-shirt, is acceptable.
- Provide a well-lit, quiet, environment for class supported by reliable high-speed internet that is free from interruptions and distractions. Using a headset is recommended best practice.