Strategy
Make deliberate choices and connect them to cascaded plans.
The coaching relationship
A clear process. A programme built around you.
From the first conversation to ongoing reviews, the coaching relationship connects strategy, capability and commitment.
SHIFFT coaching methodology
Strategy. Capability. Commitment.
Capability
Develop the owner and the organisation to deliver the plan.
Commitment
Create shared ownership, clear actions and consistent accountability.
Diagnose → Strategise → Build Capability → Execute
This cycle structures the work. We return to it as your business changes and new priorities emerge. Books, journals and other frameworks support the conversations and implementation.
Practical outputs
Clear plans, shared ownership and visible progress.
Your business plan
An annual operating plan linked to strategic direction, with 90-day priorities, measures and named owners.
Your leadership priorities
Agreed development priorities tied to the decisions, delegation and leadership challenges you face.
Your execution rhythm
Monthly commitments, weekly actions and a simple progress review that helps you see what needs attention.
Your client journey
Six steps from conversation to consistent progress.
Quick Intro Call
Explore your goals, challenges and opportunities in a short conversation. Establish whether there is a good fit and what needs closer attention.
Tailored Programme Design
Agree the outcomes, participants, support and investment. Design the engagement around the business and its owners.
Onboarding and Setup
Document the arrangements, establish access to the coaching platform and resources and complete the relevant preparation.
Initial Planning Session
Build a clear annual plan and cascade it into 90-day priorities. Agree measures, ownership and initial leadership development needs.
Coaching and Development Rhythm
Use monthly coaching, weekly Momentum Calls and relevant workshops to advance the plan and develop how you lead.
Review and Results
Review agreed measures and commitments. Learn from the results, address gaps and reset the next priorities.
Ongoing coaching arrangements
The rhythm between planning and results.
| Support | Typical arrangement | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| One-to-one coaching | Monthly sessions of 1-2 hours | Work through business decisions and owner development priorities. |
| Momentum Calls | Weekly 15-minute calls | Review commitments, remove obstacles and maintain focus. |
| Annual planning | Annual planning session | Agree the operating plan and its connection to strategy. |
| Quarterly updates | Review and reset every 90 days | Assess progress and choose the next priorities. |
| Between-session support | Up to 3 hours of ad hoc support per quarter | Address issues that arise between scheduled sessions. |
| Learning and resources | Relevant workshops, Learning Sprints and coaching resources | Build capability and support implementation. |
Participants, delivery format and any variation in cadence are documented in your tailored programme. Dedicated Strategy Days and larger workshops are scoped separately when required.
Pricing
Choose the arrangement that fits your ownership structure.
Single owner / Solopreneur
Business coaching for one owner
A$2,000per month + GST
Both integrated coaching pillars with planning, owner development and ongoing accountability.
Start a conversation →Multi-owner business
Align the business and its owners
A$3,000per month + GST for two owners
Additional owners: A$1,000 per month + GST each.
Start a conversation →Transparent ongoing arrangements
Fixed monthly retainer, payable monthly in advance. No fixed term. Two months’ notice if you choose to finish. Scope, participants and investment are agreed before onboarding.
Executive coaching for key leaders can be added by agreement. Additional workshops and other work beyond the retainer are quoted before proceeding.
Common questions
Practical questions about coaching
How much does business coaching cost?
Single-owner coaching is A$2,000 per month plus GST. Multi-owner coaching starts at A$3,000 per month plus GST for two owners. Each additional owner is A$1,000 per month plus GST. The agreed scope is documented before you start.
What is cascaded planning?
It connects strategic direction to an annual operating plan, 90-day priorities, monthly commitments and weekly actions. Responsibilities and measures then cascade to teams and individuals so everyone can see how their work contributes.
Do I need to sign a long-term contract?
Coaching runs on a monthly retainer, payable monthly in advance. There is no fixed term. Two months’ notice applies if you choose to finish the engagement.
Does coaching include leadership development?
Yes. Owner leadership development is one of the two core pillars. Coaching can address decision-making, delegation, communication, accountability and how you lead your business as it grows.
Are Strategy Days included?
Annual planning and quarterly planning updates are part of the coaching rhythm. A dedicated facilitated Strategy Day or larger team workshop can be arranged. Its scope and fee are agreed separately where it sits outside your coaching arrangements.
Can coaching be delivered remotely?
Yes. Coaching and Momentum Calls can use Zoom, Teams or phone. In-person planning and workshops can be discussed to suit your location and needs.
Are the books and journals the coaching programme?
They are supporting resources. Russell selects useful tools around your business priorities and development needs. The coaching relationship, planning, leadership development and accountability define the programme.
What happens on the first call?
A short introductory conversation explores your goals, current challenges and whether there is a good fit. You can then discuss a tailored programme and its investment before deciding to proceed.
Take the next step
A clearer business direction starts with a conversation.
Discuss your goals, business priorities and development as an owner with Russell.