The length of a coaching partnership varies depending on the individual’s or team’s needs and preferences. For certain types of focused coaching, 3 to 6 months of working with a coach may work. For other types of coaching, people may find it beneficial to work with a coach for 1-3 years. Factors that may impact the length of time include the types of goals, the ways individuals or teams like to work, the frequency of coaching meetings, and financial resources available to support coaching.