Classes,
coaching or consulting?
The training you need can come in three different forms,
depending on your unique situation. Each of us learn
differently and have different needs. Let me share a little
about each so that you can decide what makes the most sense for
you.
Classes
As a small business owner you don't have time for
college classes. Even if you did, most of the classes are
focused on getting students a credential and are often not very
practical when it comes to what you need to know to
succeed.
The small business teacher or trainer provides just what you
need. Classes are done through seminars, webinars, and
teleclasses.
A seminar is a live in-person teaching session, often in the
evening or on the weekend. A webinar uses your internet
connection to provide remote attendance at a training session
and is typically only 1-2 hours at a time. The teleclass is a
training session conducted on the telephone. A number of
students all call in and are all part of the same call that is
led and taught by a small business teacher.
In addition, for those who prefer reading books or listening to
audio, options are available to do so with follow up questions
with an instructor. For more on classes, click here.
Coaching
When we think of coaching we think of sports. The coach works
with the athletes to bring out the best in them and gives them
direction that allows them the very best chance to succeed.
It's much the same in small business coaching. Having been
there and done it many times, the coach can work with you to
bring out the best in you and give you the direction you need
to succeed. After evaluating your needs the coach comes up with
a specific plan to meet those needs and then coaches you to a
successful implementation of the plan. With your hard work and
the coach's knowledge, wisdom and experience, you will have the
very best opportunity for success.
Depending on your needs and budget, the coaching can be in
person, on the telephone, by email, or a combination of the
three. For more on coaching, click here.
Consulting
The small business consultant comes to you as an expert,
whether it be in starting a business, marketing, employee
motivation, developing business plans, tax reduction
strategies, cash flow improvement, buying or selling
businesses, or wealth creation. I share my knowledge, wisdom
and experience to solve the problems you are facing.
Together we will discuss and analyze the results you're looking
to achieve and create a plan of action for you to move forward
on. The focus of consulting is to accomplish a project that
will enhance and improve your business. For more on consulting,
click here.
Summary
Which is best for you? Classes, coaching, or consulting? It
depends on your needs and budget. Any one of the three options
may make sense, or even a combination. I am often asked to
provide training in a combination of ways to meet certain
business owner's needs.
If you need help deciding, just contact me and I'll help you decide
which plan is best for you.
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