SB Program
Vistage Small Business Program
Running a small business, you face complex issues every day. Your resources are stretched, competition is fierce and new challenges persist. The Vistage Small Business Program provides a forum to rise above the urgent and focus on what’s most critical: the tough, strategic decisions that will drive businesses forward.
What our members say
Leverage the experience and impartial advice of other CEOs and business owners. Together, you share expertise, challenge one another to think critically and become advocates for continued success and growth.
Ala Mobedi
‘Having a peer advisory group with diverse styles and strategies offers a genuine way of professional development that suits different people. The true value of Vistage is hearing from someone else’s unique approach, which helps me adapt my own style based on their advice.’
Sara Blunt
‘As a CEO, I’m fortunate enough to have a board to report to, which helps with business direction and growth. Being able to complement this with a pool of people at the same level as me across various industries inspires me to be creative, provides me with a safe place to bounce ideas and always offers a fresh perspective for me to consider.’
How the Small Business Program works
Confidential peer advisory groups
- Draw on the collective experience of an exclusive group of CEOs and business owners from non-competing businesses.
- Work through your key challenges and opportunities, while staying accountable for your future actions.
- Move forward with confidence, secure in the knowledge that your Chair and group are fully behind you.
Private executive coaching
- Receive one-to-one executive coaching and mentoring from your Chair, an accomplished business leader.
- Access personalised guidance to address issues and explore new opportunities.
World-class speakers and events
- Tap into tools, insights, and resources that will strengthen your business’s infrastructure, vision, and strategic growth.
- Generate fresh ideas for business growth and personal development by learning from experts at your peer group meetings, regional events, and workshops.
Specialised networks and communities
- Access online and in-person communities organised by industry, function or location.
- Get quick responses to tactical questions from a network of SME CEOs, business owners and trusted advisors.
The Small Business Program overview
Frequently asked questions
The Vistage Small Business program gives you a forum to step out of the weeds and rise above urgent everyday matters. By doing this, you can focus on the important decisions that will help your business grow. This will lead to a healthy level of growth and sustainability.
As part of the small business coaching services, you’ll also gain access to business advisory services that can drive your business forward as a small business owner.
A small business coach (Vistage Chair) is an accomplished leader who has been where you’re standing now. Your coach is focused on helping you process issues and clarify your thinking, while providing you with the tools, resources and support you need to help you succeed, offering insights into areas like business cash flow and long-term business strategies.
Your coach can help you reach your goals faster. They provide accountability and help you see blind spots. They also give honest feedback, work with you to improve your overall vision, and assist you in understanding and addressing problems to grow your business.
In your small business peer advisory group sessions, your mentor will guide conversations. These conversations will be concentrated and fruitful. They will also aid you in identifying definitive subsequent actions to undertake, guaranteeing that you are persistently steering your business towards achievement.
Small business coaching sessions provide personalised guidance tailored to your business goals. By focusing on effective business planning and leadership skills, these sessions equip you with strategies to grow your business in both the short term and long term. Executive coaches help you identify opportunities and challenges, ensuring your path to business success is clear and achievable.
Vistage Small Business program is designed for results-driven owners, providing a forum to rise above the urgent and focus on the critical.
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Our Approach
Executive coaching alone can’t compete with Vistage’s proven approach to leadership development. Diverse perspectives from trusted peers, an experienced executive coach (Chair) and subject matter experts help drive better results.
Our Chairs
Vistage Chairs provide leadership coaching and mentoring with real-world experience. They’re also passionate individuals, invested in helping all members grow and succeed.
Our Members
The proof is in the professional successes and personal achievements of our members. Hear why they rely on their peer advisory groups and Chair.