Business Coach, A Waste Of Money Or A Good Investment?
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Finding a good business coach can be a challenge for many business owners, but an extremely valuable resource, as well. Hiring a business coach is a large investment, so knowing your needs and how a good business coach can help you is worth the research.
What is a business coach?
A business coach works with entrepreneurs and business owners to help them focus on the business problems that they need to resolve. They act as a consultant who helps you provides specialized knowledge and helps you to build your business.
The coaching industry has exploded over the years as many business owners find business coaching to be a valuable investment when it works. However, with the explosion of growth in the industry came a few bad apples. Since coaching is not a regulated industry, the onus is on you, the client, to find the right business coach.
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How a business coach can help you
A business coach should guide you with the problem that you need resolved. As there are many stages in business, finding the right coach for your stage in business is important. For example, if you are in the launch stage of your business, find a coach who excels at launching businesses.
What to look for in a business coach
Credentials are an important qualifier for a coach. Do they have a degree in business or an MBA? Knowing that you have hired someone who has the educational qualifications to do the job and provide the advice and guidance that you need should be important to you.
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Divisional Manager | Supplying Virtual Assistants to Businesses
2yGood catch, Paolo! Nice to know how helpful a business coach is on your way to becoming successful.
Divisional Manager at Linked VA
2yInteresting piece, Paolo! Great to hear both perspectives.
Senior Account Manager | Supplying Virtual Assistants to Businesses
2yCoaching has flourished in recent years, as many entrepreneurs have discovered that business coaching is a worthwhile investment when done correctly.