Should My Clients Have Full Access to OTTO Between Sessions?

Deciding whether to let clients use OTTO on their own depends on how you see it fitting into your coaching approach. Some may benefit from engaging with it between sessions, while others might need guidance in how to use it effectively.

Considerations for Giving Clients Full Access

• Encourages ongoing inquiry – If clients use OTTO between sessions, they can continue exploring questions that arise, making sessions more dynamic.
• Supports self-sufficiency – Clients who are comfortable with self-inquiry may find OTTO a valuable tool for deepening their own exploration.
• Reduces dependency on the coach – Instead of waiting for the next session to explore something, clients can engage in direct inquiry on their own time.

Potential Challenges

• Some clients may overuse it – If a client turns to OTTO for every question, they might avoid sitting with uncertainty or integrating insights more slowly.
• Lack of reflection space – Inquiry works best with pauses. If a client rushes from one question to the next, they might miss the depth of each exploration.
• Not all clients may use it well – Some may engage with OTTO in a surface-level way or misunderstand its purpose without guidance.

Best Practices for Client Access

• Introduce OTTO gradually – Some clients may benefit from structured use at first, rather than unlimited access.
• Encourage mindful engagement – Suggest using OTTO when a genuine question arises rather than as a habit or distraction.
• Invite reflections – If clients use OTTO between sessions, ask them to bring insights or challenges back into your conversations.

Ultimately, it depends on your coaching style and the client’s needs. OTTO can be a powerful resource between sessions, but intentional use is key.