{"id":136177,"date":"2025-04-11T14:42:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T12:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/?p=136177"},"modified":"2025-04-11T14:42:00","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T12:42:00","slug":"business-coach-who-he-is-and-why-to-do-business-coaching","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/en\/business-coach-who-he-is-and-why-to-do-business-coaching\/","title":{"rendered":"Business Coach: who he is and why to do business coaching"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In an increasingly <strong>competitive<\/strong>, interconnected, and rapidly evolving <strong>market<\/strong>, companies are called upon to invest in the development of soft skills and the enhancement of human capital. <strong>Managing stress<\/strong>, <strong>navigating crises<\/strong>, <strong>developing personal abilities<\/strong>, and <strong>improving<\/strong> effectiveness in the workplace have become essential for organizations striving to remain competitive.\u00a0 In this context, the role of the <strong>Business<\/strong> <strong>Coach<\/strong> takes on <strong>strategic<\/strong> importance, becoming a key <strong>ally<\/strong> for <strong>executives<\/strong>, <strong>managers<\/strong>, and <strong>teams<\/strong> in managing change, optimizing performance, and achieving business goals.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>What does the <\/strong><strong>B<\/strong><strong>usiness <\/strong><strong>C<\/strong><strong>oach do?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Building on the organizational models of games and sports, the <strong>coach<\/strong> acts with individuals and teams like a coach with his or her team: <strong>advising<\/strong>, <strong>motivating<\/strong>, <strong>observing<\/strong> and <strong>analyzing<\/strong> <strong>behaviors<\/strong> to highlight their strengths and weaknesses.<br \/>\nThrough a structured process, <strong>coaching<\/strong> can produce tangible <strong>benefits<\/strong> in terms of <strong>performance<\/strong>, <strong>well-being<\/strong> and cohesion within the organization. It fosters empowerment, boosts motivation and helps create<strong> more collaborative and results-oriented work environments<\/strong>.<br \/>\nIn the corporate environment, a <strong>B<\/strong><strong>usiness Coach<\/strong> can play a decisive role in <strong>managing<\/strong> <strong>transitions<\/strong> (such as promotions, role changes, mergers), <strong>supporting<\/strong> high-potential <strong>talent<\/strong>, and addressing complex situations. <strong>Coaching<\/strong> thus operates on both an <strong>individual<\/strong> and <strong>systemic<\/strong> <strong>level<\/strong>, generating <strong>measurable<\/strong> <strong>impacts<\/strong> in the medium to long term.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is it and what are the goals of business coaching?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Corporate<\/strong> <strong>coaching<\/strong> is the application of coaching within organizations, with the aim of aligning individual performance with the strategic goals of the enterprise.<br \/>\nIts primary purpose is<strong> to strengthen individual and collective competencies <\/strong>by fostering<strong> self-awareness<\/strong>, clearly defining goals, and activating personal resources. In a managerial context, this translates into enhanced <strong>decision-making<\/strong>, effective <strong>leadership<\/strong>, time management, and the ability to navigate uncertainty.<br \/>\nThe coach does not provide pre-packaged solutions but instead guides the coachee through a<strong> journey of self-discovery <\/strong>and accountability.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>How much does a business coach earn?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>business<\/strong> <strong>coaching<\/strong> profession offers substantial earning potential, depending on experience, market positioning, and target clientele.<br \/>\nAt the European level, a <strong>professional coach<\/strong> may earn between <strong>\u20ac<\/strong><strong>100 and <\/strong><strong>\u20ac<\/strong><strong>300 per<\/strong> <strong>hour<\/strong>, while executive-level coaches can command fees exceeding <strong>\u20ac<\/strong><strong>500 per hour<\/strong>. Annually, compensation can range from <strong>\u20ac<\/strong><strong>40<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><strong>000 to over <\/strong><strong>\u20ac<\/strong><strong>150<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><strong>000<\/strong>, with higher figures for those working in international or corporate environments.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to study to become a business coach?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To <strong>become a certified coach<\/strong>, it is necessary to complete a <strong>training<\/strong> program recognized by international bodies such as the <strong>ICF <\/strong>(International Coaching Federation) or <strong>EMCC<\/strong> (European Mentoring and Coaching Council). Generally, one starts with a degree in economics, humanities or psychology, complemented by <strong>specific training in professional coaching<\/strong> that integrates skills in communication, active listening, leadership and organizational development.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bologna Business School <\/strong>is at the forefront of <strong>training<\/strong> <strong>offerings<\/strong> aimed at <strong>improving<\/strong> <strong>personal<\/strong> <strong>skills<\/strong>: <strong>me<\/strong><strong>n<\/strong><strong>toring<\/strong> and <strong>coaching<\/strong> pathways are provided in many of the School&#8217;s programs.<\/p>\n<p>The<strong> BBS <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/en\/open-program\/corporate-coaching-program-2\/\">Executive Coaching Program<\/a> is a <strong>part-time<\/strong>, <strong>hybrid<\/strong> course conducted in <strong>Italian<\/strong> ove<strong>r 18 days<\/strong>. It provides the necessary <strong>skills<\/strong> and <strong>techniques<\/strong> to perform the role of a <strong>coach<\/strong>, focusing on <strong>interpersonal relationships<\/strong> and developing self-<strong>listening<\/strong> abilities to fully express one&#8217;s professional <strong>potential<\/strong>.<br \/>\nThe program adheres to the <strong>standards<\/strong> and content defined by the <strong>Coach Federation<\/strong> for <strong>ACTP<\/strong> (Approved Coach Training Program) <strong>certification<\/strong>, enabling participants to pursue accreditation with the International Coaching Federation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Relationship<\/strong> <strong>skills<\/strong> can become a growth engine for businesses. 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