Systems Business Coach^®
Signature Certification Program

Module 1: Lead the Way: Setting the Standard in Small Business Coaching Excellence

• • Introduction to the program, participants, and instructors.

• • Emphasis on coaching values and Personal Mastery.

• • Introduction of the client business assessment.

• • Exploring the importance of coaching standards in small business contexts.

Module 2: Introducing the Effective Small Business Coaching Method

• • Introduction to the Effective Small Business Coaching Method.

• • Focus on coach presence, active listening, and the distinction between ‘judger’ vs ‘learner’ mindset.

• • Discussing contracting, setting client goals and aspirations.

• • Techniques for effective coaching communication and relationship building.

Module 3: Application of the Effective Business Coaching Method

• • Delving into the ‘Planning and Performing’ steps of the method, including systems, resources, prioritization.

• • Emphasis on accountability and acknowledgment in coaching.

• • Application in practical, real-world coaching scenarios.

Module 4: Coaching Your Way through a Business Plan

• • Guiding clients through business plan development, including completing SOAR and PESTEL analyses.

• • Introduction to coaching through financial projections.

• • How to integrate coaching methodologies into business strategy planning.

Module 5: Applying Systems Thinking in Small Business Coaching Conversations

• • Understanding and applying systems thinking in coaching.

• • Distinguishing between policy and procedures in the business context.

• • Systems-related coaching questions to enhance client understanding and decision-making.

Module 6: Asking the Right Questions: A Coaching Strategy for Small Business People Problems

• • Techniques for addressing people issues in small businesses.

• • Discussing organizational charts, position agreements, and the impact of bad hires.

• • Strategies for navigating challenging human resource scenarios in coaching.

Module 7: Building Winning Teams: A Coaching Blueprint for Small Business HR Success

• • Coaching strategies for team building and HR success.

• • Conversations around training, team performance, and culture.

• • Real-life applications and case studies for team development in small businesses.

Module 8: Financial Red Flags: Coaching Small Business Owners

• • Identifying financial challenges in small businesses.

• • Learning to read and interpret financial statements.

• • Coaching strategies for financial understanding and management.

Module 9: Live Coaching Lab: Real-Time Practice with Small Business Owners

• • Conducting live coaching sessions with small business owners.

• • Feedback and mentor coaching to enhance coaching skills and approaches.

• • Reflective practice and learning from real-time coaching experiences.

Module 10: Strategic Pathways: A Coach’s Guide to Building a Thriving Practice

• • Developing strategies for a successful coaching business.

• • Utilizing the field guide to inform coaching and avoid consulting.

• • Crafting effective coaching questions based on the guide.

• • Preparing for SBC certification and mastering coaching techniques.

Module 11: The Art of Coaching Questions: Navigating Business Challenges with Clients

• • Advanced questioning techniques for complex business challenges.

• • Exploring client acquisition strategies, government grants, and developmental opportunities for coaches.

• • Practical applications and simulations to enhance coaching effectiveness.

Module 12: Vision in Action: Business Plan Presentations and Graduation Celebration

• • Presentation of final business plans and celebrating the culmination of the course.

• • Reflective discussions on the journey through the course and key learning achievements.

Major Assignments Overview

Assignment 1: Personal Coaching Business Plan Development

• • Objective: Students will create a detailed business plan for their own coaching practice. This plan should encompass market analysis, financial planning, marketing strategies, and long-term business goals. The assignment aims to apply the business principles and coaching methodologies learned throughout the course to a practical, personal business context.

Assignment 2: Client Coaching Experience

• • Objective: Each student is required to engage with a coaching client, conducting a total of 4 hours of coaching sessions. This assignment provides hands-on experience in applying coaching techniques and methods in real-world scenarios. It serves as an opportunity to practice skills such as active listening, powerful questioning, and effective goal setting in a live coaching environment.

Assignment 3: Comprehensive Learning Presentation

• • Objective: Students will prepare and deliver a presentation that encapsulates their overall learning and experiences from the course. This presentation can be in the form of a written report, a PowerPoint presentation, or another creative media format. It should highlight key insights gained, personal growth experienced, and how the course has shaped their coaching approach. This reflective assignment encourages students to synthesize and articulate their journey through the program, showcasing their development as a small business coach.

These assignments are integral to the “Empowering Excellence: Systems Business Coach® Certification Program,” designed to ensure that students not only learn theoretical concepts but also apply them practically, thereby preparing them to enter the coaching profession with confidence and competence.

This comprehensive program is designed to equip aspiring small business coaches with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience necessary for excellence in the field, aligned with the latest coaching methodologies and business strategies.

Tuition:

$3995.00 USD for International Students. (Non-Canadian).  

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