Running a business is a difficult task for anyone to take on. The task becomes much more complex when you factor into the different industries. For example, the restaurant or hospitality industry generally is a complex niche. When you think of starting a business, most people think of opening a restaurant because they think it will be the most straightforward route. It is when they open the doors where they genuinely appreciate the challenges of opening a restaurant. It will be so overwhelming to the point where it may become necessary to hire a business coach/consultant who will help stir a business in the right direction.
Below we will discuss how business coaches/consultants help a restaurant owner.
What is a business coach/consultant?
Fundamentally a business coach/consultant has the same objective. They get hired to bring a company to the point of stability in hopes of driving profitability. However, there are a few different ways they achieve this goal. Below is the difference between how a business coach and a consultant confront a business.
Business Coach
- Developing a business strategy with the client
- Monitoring the client and providing motivation
- Providing the client leadership development
Business Consultant
- They interview employees to assess a business’s strengths and weaknesses.
- Personally implement business strategy.
- Analyzing business practices and improving upon them
To summarize, a business coach is more of a behind-the-scenes character who works with the business owner to improve the business. On the other hand, a business consultant is a more hands-on character who still works with the owner but takes it upon themselves to implement the strategy they have developed with the owner.
How can a business coach/consultant help a restaurant?
Running a restaurant has many moving parts and requires a lot of minor details a new owner may need to take into account. A business coach/consultant you choose has the necessary tools to help with those little details. For instance, a restaurant has many employees with vastly different jobs who all need to work in cohesion to assist the business run orderly. So naturally, they will need a leader to keep the ship moving. If you are a business owner who does not possess leadership, the ship will sink, so a business coach helps develop those skills to help lead your team.
Suppose you see your business taking a downward trend and need to know which way to take the business; a consultant will come in handy. From a logistical, team morale, or marketing strategy aspect, they may be the best equipped to help with issues heavily influencing the business’s productivity. Then they will speak with you about how to improve the business and personally implement what you both agreed to be the course of action.
Ultimately, who you hire depends upon which approach you think works best for your business. For example, if you need personal development to help make the company better, then a business coach will be helpful. On the other hand, if you believe you are personally okay to lead the busines but need to know the underlying issues with your busines, then a consultant will be the best course of action. Still, they both come in with the same intent, to make the business profitable.
Looking for a business coach/consultant in Anchorage, AK
Running a restaurant will be one of the most challenging businesses someone will take on. With so many moving pieces, it will be a nightmare for someone unprepared or even someone with experience in the industry. But if you want to rejuvenate your business, and pick it up from the ground, then I will help you. With many years of experience, I will see what is missing in your business and how to fix it. Then, I will review my findings with you and start making the appropriate changes.
Please reach out to me today, and we will start transforming your business into what you always dreamed of.
