Growth Leadership & Workplace Culture Coaching
Grow Your Business by Leading with Purpose and Culture
Leadership coaching tailored for small to medium business owners who want to scale sustainably and build strong team culture.
Your business can only grow as far as your leadership will take it. If you're leading a growing team, managing operational pressures, or trying to create a workplace that reflects your values—this coaching is for you. We help small business owners step fully into their leadership role while building a culture that supports performance and people.
For Business Owners Ready to Lead Growth,
Not Just Operations!
This coaching is ideal for:
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Small to medium business owners with growing teams
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Founders transitioning from operator to leader
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Owners struggling with team alignment or retention
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Business leaders wanting to improve workplace culture
Common Challenges:
Working In Not On Your Business
You're still in the day-to-day of running your business, but your team is growing and you need to lead at a higher level.
Unsure About Building Culture
You want to be a values-led leader and create a culture your team thrives in, but you're not sure how to bring that vision to life.
Avoid Managing Issues
You're unsure how to manage people effectively—especially when workplace issues or miscommunications arise.
Feeling Isolated
You’re feeling isolated in your leadership role and want a sounding board to grow with confidence and clarity.
What You'll Gain
Build Leadership Capacity and a Culture That Drives Growth
Through business leadership coaching, you will:
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Learn how to shift from working in the business to leading it strategically.
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Develop your leadership mindset and communication style.
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Clarify your business values and align your team around them.
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Improve employee engagement, trust, and retention.
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Build systems and habits that support scalable leadership.
“Everything rises and falls on YOUR leadership!”
Steve Barker
The Coaching Approach
Practical Coaching Grounded in Your Business Reality
My coaching is grounded in:
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The RAW Leadership Program™ methodology
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Experience working with real-world small business growth challenges
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Values-based leadership development
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Individualised coaching plans tailored to your business and team
I help you become a more confident, strategic leader without losing touch with your people.
Results You Can Expect
A Business That Grows With Its Culture, Not Against It
Clients typically experience:
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Increased leadership confidence and team clarity
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Reduced conflict and greater alignment around goals
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Better staff morale, accountability, and communication
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A stronger culture that reflects the business owner’s values
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More time working on the business, not just in it
“Steve helped me step out of firefighting mode and into leadership. My team now understands our direction—and I’m no longer the bottleneck.”
Business Owner, Wagga, Central NSW
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Executive Coaching FAQs
Q: I’m still running day-to-day operations. Is this coaching still for me? A: Absolutely. We meet you where you are and help you develop the leadership capacity to step back strategically while keeping your business thriving.
Q: Can you help with staff performance issues? A: Yes. Many small business owners come to us to learn how to manage difficult conversations and develop a culture of accountability.
Q: What if I don’t see myself as a 'leader' yet? A: You’re leading already—this coaching will help you lead with more clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Q: Do you work with family businesses? A: Yes, we work with family and non-family SMEs across a wide range of industries.
Service Areas:
Supporting Small Business Owners Across Regional Australia
Based in Wagga Wagga, NSW, Steve Barker Coaching supports business owners in:
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Riverina NSW
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Canberra
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Albury
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Regional and rural communities across Australia
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Nationally and internationally via Zoom
