How To Choose A Business Coach?

Congratulations on deciding to start searching for a Business Coach on The Gold Coast. The first thing you have to decide on is just what you want to achieve or learn from your business coach. There are a few options for finding business coaching on the Gold Coast so it helps to be clear about what you're looking for in a coach.

The following tips will help you to choose:

Start with their knowledge level

Business coaching is a skill that takes education and practice to master. It is important to select someone who has attended and graduated from a recognized coaching school. But just as important is finding someone who is experienced as a consultant, that way you have more assurance that they are skilled and knowledgeable.

Preferably select someone with experience both at coaching and has been a small business owner.

Ask them

How long have they spent as a business coach on the Gold Coast?

How long were they in business as a small business owner?

How many businesses have run or owned in the past?

How many clients have helped and in which industries?

You are looking for someone who has experience in different industries so they can appreciate your unique situation

Have your business plan defined

If you do not have a business plan that is a large part of your problem so you need to find someone who can help you define just what it is and the realistic goals you can achieve.

Check the testimonials

Check that your coach has helped other clients

Are the other clients similar to you?

Beware of unsigned testimonials; check the business name of other clients

Check on LinkedIn to see if your coach has testimonials or recommendations there.

Are they coach speak, write and teach on business topics?

Are they an acknowledged expert at business coaching on the Gold Coast

What is their expertise, traditional and internet marketing, strategic planning, financial planning, customer service etc.?

Free consultation

Do they offer a free initial consultation, this is to get to know each another and see if you’re a good fit and so they can explain what they offer and who they can help you.

Prompting insights

Will your coach ask you questions that give you "a-ha" moments of insight and growth? A large part of their job is to help you understand yourself, what’s happening in your business and even how could be sabotaging your own success.

Challenging

Does your coach challenge you and encourage you to achieve greatness, to be accountable and urge you to get things done?

Or do just let you get away with being less than you want to be?

Availability

Can you rely on your coach 24/7 or are they only available during business hours, evenings or weekends?

Will they be available via email or phone between scheduled sessions?

Fees and programs

Are you clear about the fees involved and just what you will get for the price you'll pay?

If you are running a business it is often a good idea to seek the help of a professional business coach to ensure your business is operating optimum levels. Most small business operators are working long hours and often it takes a fresh pair of eyes to help.

Amg Coaching, a business coaching and training company offering professional coaching to small and medium business owners, multi-million dollar companies, corporate executives and business coaches.