Five Day Challenge Launching Your Business: From Fear to Fabulous
How Often Have You Thought?
1. I DREAD going to work
2. I feel UNAPPRECIATED by my Boss
3. I am LOSING my soul in an unfulfilling job
4. I get IGNORED by peers
5. I may be next to get CUT due to layoffs, consolidation, cost-savings
There is Help to Answer - "Okay, Now What?"
You’ve worked long and hard through the years to get where you are today, but you’ve got more you want to accomplish in the business world,
the idea of being your own boss keeps rattling around in your head and is both scary for you, while the thought also gives you a reason to be excited about getting up in the mornings!
In these five short sessions, you'll learn, apply and benefit from the lessons consolidated from the expertise and thought-provoking insights of noted consultant David Zahn.
If you’ve been in search for the answer to the question, “Okay, Now What?” you’ve come to the right place to find out where the future can take you.
Your Commitment
Attend sessions in our Facebook Group Business Launch: From Fear to Fabulous for one hour each day of the Five-Day Challenge scheduled at 8pm EST/7pm CST/6pm MST/5pm PST.
There is no cost to attend. Invite your friends and colleagues to share in the learning!
Covered in this Five Day Challenge are the following topics (plus whatever questions you may have!):
Day 1 Mindset - On Your Mark, Get Set, Go!
- Diploma/Valedictorian Speech
- Champs and Chumps
- Pod People
- Accountability to self
- Commitment Tools
- What we will cover:
- Marketing
- Sales
- Strategy
- Finance
Day 2 Marketing - Who, What, Where and Why
- Honing in your audience - NOT What you may think
- Pipeline Management/Funnels
- Their Outhouse to Penthouse vision
- What is your offer?
- How do you Deliver it?
Day 3 Sales - PIck Me, PIck Me
- Do I need a "Sales Personality
- What are "Buying Signals"
- Networking
- Negotiation
- Pricing
Day 4 Strategy/Business Planning - Thoughts to Action
- What is your "Life Plan"
- What is a Business Plan and how do I use it?
- Is every customer a GOOD customer?
- Do you run the business or does it run you?
- Visionary vs. Tactical
Day 5 Finance The Language of Business
- Keeping Score: What Should I Measure?
- How Much Do I Need?
- What is a Forecast?
- How do I Fund the Fun?
- Risk Management - What Could Go Wrong?
Promise and Commitment to You
Know that you can trust the coaching you receive will be consistent with the highest standards of ethics and conduct as proscribed by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
All client interactions are conducted to ensure that progress is made according to a mutually agreed upon target.
There are no "cookie-cutter" solutions offered.
The starting of a new business introduces a level of "overwhelm" that can paralyze you.
You have a resource to work with you, support you and hold you accountable.
Why Okay Now What and David Zahn?
Having consulted with the largest companies in the world (Shell, Colgate-Palmolive, Anheuser-Busch, Merck, Snapple, Dr Pepper, and Johnson & Johnson among many others), as well as numerous start-ups whose names would not be recognizable; David Zahn is well-positioned to address the needs of emerging business stars like you!
David is a recognized expert and frequently quoted in publications as diverse as Entrepreneur Magazine to T&D, the publication addressing talent development. As an author, keynote presenter, and radio guest, David is someone others turn to when they seek the insight and guidance needed to find clarity from chaos.
What You Get!
What Others Are Saying...
Wish you could share the feelings of Greg Timms -
I've known and worked with David for a number of years and three things stand out about him to me. First, he has a cordial and encouraging demeanor. It didn’t take too long for David and I to become friends, even though we lived half a continent away. Secondly, David has been there and done that in most everything about me I could throw at him. As a business mentor, he’s actually an ally, and having him in my corner made a huge difference in my ability to get to where I wanted to go. Finally, David works with the whole you. He inherently understands that I’m not just a professional, I’m someone who also has a personal life, a family, and even occasional physical or mental health concerns. To mix a couple of well-known marketing metaphors, ‘like a good neighbor, I’m in good hands” with David Zahn.
Or, have the success of Barbara Glassman Dell -
"For years I've pondered with the idea of working for myself. With my career now in transition, it was beneficial to work with David. I had all these ideas swirling around in my head, but was unsure how to get started. David helped me organize my thoughts, assess my strengths, and develop an action plan.
David was extremely easy to talk to, and his insights provided me with the inspiration I needed to move forward. I highly encourage anyone thinking of making a career change or starting a business to consult with David. He is an official partner in my journey now and a valuable resource!"
Consider the feelings of current entrepreneur Jeff Clow:
David is the most outstanding training professional I've ever had the pleasure to work with in a 30 year career. His innovative approach to training is rivaled only by his stellar attention to detail and his enthusiasm for every project - large or small. He is truly a world class talent.
Business executive Victor Alessandro shared the following:
Mr. Zahn evidently knows what he is talking about. I've used his techniques while in business and have found them very effective.
Business executive Monica Isusi commented after reading one of David' Zahn's books:
Very Simple, very effective.
Further praise from a book reader, Fernando Dorantes
This is one of the best guidelines for training and development of human capital. I do recommend it 100%.
