In our rapidly changing world, we need true leaders more than ever. Sometimes, we falsely believe that leadership is something that some people are simply born with. However, leadership is a skill like any other. You can develop leadership with humility, practice and dedication.
If you are ready to take your business to the next level, you need leadership—not the kind granted by a title or position, but leadership that empowers others to do more and be more.
Many executives and entrepreneurs wanting to grow their businesses start with business plans, strategies and new marketing initiatives. But the truth is that the chokehold on any business is the psychology of its leader.
“80% of success in business is psychology, whereas 20% is mechanics.”
Professional executive coaching can be a transformational tool in sharpening and honing your leadership skills. Once you master your own psychology, the mechanics of growing your business will flow. Ultimately, the decision to change and become a great leader has to come from you. But with an executive coach, you don’t have to navigate that path alone.
Everyone Needs a Coach
Individuals operating at the highest levels in their field all have coaches. Elite athletes, politicians, successful actors, award-winning musicians and top financial minds all know that mentors and coaches are essential to their continued success.
Bill Gates famously began a TED talk with the statement, “Everyone needs a coach.” He has benefitted from various coaches and mentors, including Warren Buffet. He explains that a coach can step back and see your problems or weaknesses from a different perspective and give you feedback that allows you to improve.
Tony Robbins coached former President Bill Clinton during a difficult time during his first term. President Clinton said of the experience, “[A coach] teaches us the most important lesson that every individual has to learn about living day to day, which is that you have choices in every circumstance.”
An executive coach won’t do the work for you, but they will ask you the right questions to help you figure out where you are stuck, get clear about where you are going and create a strategic action plan to get you where you want to go faster and more efficiently.
“When different perspectives are combined with the accountability from a personal coach, the odds of reaching your goals improve dramatically.”
Is the Investment Worth It?
Successful and influential leaders depend on coaches and mentors.
“If you want to be successful, find someone who has achieved the results you want and model what they do to achieve the same results.”
If that isn’t enough to convince you, a study conducted by Metrix Global shows that executive coaching has a 788% return on investment based on factors such as employee retention and increases in productivity. The results of coaching will vary between businesses, but it’s clear that executive coaching gets results.
Not every benefit of coaching is easily measured in a study. Coaching will also help you feel more focused, confident and self-aware. You’ll be less stressed and more fulfilled. With improved leadership, you’ll create a raving fan company culture where your employees are excited to come to work and motivated to produce results.
How an Executive Coach Will Give You a Competitive Edge
Activate and Awaken Your Hunger
The greatest leaders unite their people behind a compelling vision. Before you can start working on how to achieve your goals, you need to have a clear understanding of why you want to get there. Reasons come first, answers come second. Business results coaching will help you dig deep to find your WHY.
This greater purpose will awaken your hunger to do more and be more. It will keep you going through the hard times and fuel your breakthrough.
Understand What Is Getting in Your Way
What is preventing you from experiencing the growth you want? This is where an outside perspective really helps. It can be hard to have an objective view of your own shortcomings. A coach has a different perspective. They can see what you can’t see in the forest of managing a business. They are outside the trees and give you clarity.
So often, leaders are trapped by their own fears, emotions or limiting beliefs. With the help of a coach you can break free of the beliefs that are holding you back. You’ll be empowered to write a new story for yourself and your company.
Create a Massive Action Plan (MAP)
We operate in a rapidly changing business landscape where a business plan is no longer enough. You need a strategic plan that gives you several pathways to success. A MAP enables you to take action while providing enough flexibility for you to adjust to market changes.
Recruit and Retain Quality Talent
Your company is only as strong as your people. With the help of an executive coach, you will learn how to create a raving fan company culture. Your employees will be empowered to take initiative, and you’ll reap the dividends of a loyal and dedicated team.
Increase Revenue
Executive coaching services will equip you with actionable techniques and methodologies for exponential growth. You’ll see the return on your investment as you apply tried and true financial strategies to your personal action plan.
Keep You Accountable
The real magic happens when you consistently measure your progress and make adjustments when necessary. A coach is like an accountability partner who keeps you on track when your drive starts to fade. Executive coaching consistently reconnects you to your ultimate vision. By connecting you to your purpose, a coach keeps the fire of your drive and passion burning.
Level Up with an Executive Coach
You’re here reading this article, so you have already indicated that you are hungry to do more, serve more, grow more, learn more and be more. You know that your company will benefit when you take steps to become the extraordinary leader you are capable of becoming.
The momentum to change and grow your business will come from you because you understand your vision, your passion and your company better than anyone else. A coach is an invaluable partner and resource on your journey to greatness.
If you’re looking for the best in executive coaching, Business Results Coaching is a system Tony Robbins designed to consistently give you the results you want for your company. The future you’ve dreamed of is waiting. Keep your momentum going and reach out for a consult with one of our Business Results Coaches today.
