Comments on: An experienced coach has seen your movie before.

By: David Oxstein

David Oxstein — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:58:43 +0000

Useful post Dave. I would like to add that when the fit is right, that coach also ends up benefiting from the relationship as much as the start up.

By: John Clevenger

John Clevenger — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 21:09:21 +0000

Dave,

Wonderful article on coaching. Great to discover your blog. We are a brand new startup and might benefit from such a course.

By: Michael Ker

Michael Ker — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:51:12 +0000

Dave’s comments on executive coaching are right on. I left the CEO chair 4 years ago and have since built a successful coaching practice. Everyone needs a coach today and having someone in your corner that has “recently been there and done that” is invaluable. A great coach will grow your leadership skills resulting in greater revenues, higher profits and better relationships.Coaches can also be mentors, sounding boards and can help you avoid mistakes. Dave Berkus is an incredible resource and someone I would use myself if I was still running companies.
Michael Ker, Acceleration Leadership

By: Basil Peters

Basil Peters — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:53:20 +0000

Outstanding post, Dave. I’m seeing a lot more coaching too. With today’s tech companies requiring so little capital and exiting so early, smart CEO’s are adding the really deep experience with coaching relationships. Another factor driving this strong trend is the challenge with recruiting and retaining excellent directors.

A few of my friends are now full time coaches. They are actually charging quite a bit more than the upper range you mention above.