As we kick off 2026, business owners are focused on their goals for the year ahead. More revenue. Better margins. Stronger teams. But here’s the truth most overlook: business growth starts with people growth. The companies that win in 2026 won’t just have better strategies — they’ll have better leaders. That’s where leadership coaching comes in.
Why People Development Drives Business Growth
You can have the best systems, the smartest strategy, and the perfect market timing. But without strong leaders to execute, none of it matters. Leadership coaching develops the people who drive your business forward. When your managers become better leaders, everything improves:
- Teams perform better — Clear communication and accountability lift everyone
- Retention improves — People stay where they feel developed and valued
- Decisions get faster — Confident leaders don’t wait for permission
- Growth accelerates — Aligned leadership moves the whole business forward
Investing in your people isn’t a soft skill — it’s a growth strategy. As we discussed in Purpose and Profit: Why You Don’t Have to Choose, developing your team and driving results go hand in hand.
What Leadership Coaching Develops
At With Purpose, our leadership coaching focuses on the skills that directly impact business results:
- Communication & clarity — Leaders who can align teams around shared goals
- Accountability & follow-through — Turning commitments into completed work
- Decision-making confidence — Less hesitation, more action
- Team development — Building people who can build the business with you
- Strategic thinking — Seeing beyond daily fires to what actually drives growth
These aren’t abstract concepts. They’re the practical skills that separate growing companies from stuck ones.
Planning for 2026: Start with Your People
If you’re setting growth goals for 2026, ask yourself:
- Do my leaders have the skills to get us there?
- Where are the gaps in communication, accountability, or performance?
- What would change if my leadership team operated at a higher level?
The answers point to where leadership coaching can have the biggest impact on your business. For more on building your 2026 plan, check out Strategic Planning 2026: Building Vision and Action.
How With Purpose Helps
We provide leadership coaching and business consulting designed to develop your people and grow your business. No cookie-cutter programs — just customized strategies that fit your culture, your goals, and your team. With more than 75 years of combined experience, we’ve helped thousands of leaders — and our clients have generated over $9 million in revenue growth. Hear what our clients have to say about working with us. Because when you develop your people, business growth follows.
Start 2026 with Stronger Leaders
The best time to invest in your people is before you need the results. Build the leadership capacity now that will carry your business through 2026 and beyond. Ready to develop your leaders and grow your business? Schedule your free 30-minute consultation and let’s talk about what’s possible for your team.