Entrepreneurship Coach

General Summary

Entrepreneurship Coach will guide aspiring business owners to discover their strengths, areas of opportunities, motivations, and goals. The incumbent will help clients identify action items to build a viable business. The Entrepreneurship Coach will be charged with the duty of holding the client responsible for fulfilling these tasks and assessing setbacks honestly. With an emphasis on accountability and realistic goal-setting to aid in the client’s development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

According to the ADA 1990, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Build and maintain close relationships with clients, helping them to clarify their vision and create actionable strategies to achieve their goals.
• Lead impactful, results-oriented coaching sessions that focus on the client’s specific needs, including business development, operational efficiency, SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) goal setting, and financial acumen.
• Assist clients in identifying blind spots and barriers to growth, and work with them to implement effective solutions that drive success.
• Use a combination of proprietary tools and your own business experience to deliver a coaching experience that empowers clients to achieve measurable results.
• Hold clients accountable to their goals, ensuring they stay on track to achieve their desired outcomes.
• Help clients integrate the strategies and content from various workshops and coaching programs into their daily operations.
• Provide detailed summaries of coaching sessions, including action items and next steps, to keep clients engaged and focused on their objectives.
• Tracking the client's progress.
• Helping a client identify and navigate obstacles.
• Sharing educational materials on starting a business.
• Boosting a client’s confidence without inflating victories or ignoring roadblocks.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience in business leadership or strategy across key functions (Sales, Marketing, Operations, People, Leadership Finance) preferably within the nonprofit industry.
• 5+ years of experience in coaching or consulting, with a focus on helping businesses grow and overcome challenges.
• Comfortable using a variety of technology platforms, including project management tools and video conferencing.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and personable demeanor.
• Experience in matching individuals with job opportunities and creating professional profiles (e.g., LinkedIn).
• Experience in entrepreneurship or business development programs.
• Familiarity with program management software and tools.
• Proficiency in using office software and tools for scheduling, tracking, and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Must be legally authorized to work within the United States.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background investigation.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess organization and critical thinking skills.