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Rain Concert 
What is Business Coaching?
Most businesses are created with an idea, or with the passion to do something better. Whether the motivation is personal, or part of a greater ambition, we often times risk See more
Looking for a Speaker?
In addition to our multi-talented team of coaches, we have assembled some of the best local public speakers available. They can help you with a wide range of your needs, See more
Free Info To Help Your Business!
Here at ESI, we have worked hard in providing growing and established businesses the resources they need to succeed. Many of our experts have an extended background, but all of them See more
Looking for the Local Networking Events?
"Some of us have great runways already built for us. If you have one, take off. But if you don't have one, realize it is your responsibility to grab a See more
Welcome to ESI!
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Master of Ceremonies
Testimonials
"Charming and captivating! Coach West really understands the functions of business and how to capture a new audience. He is a tremendous listener who truly cares for his client and has their best interest at heart. His passion for helping, developing, and motivating you to be your best is exactly what Coach West is himself; simply the best!!With sincere thanks and best wishes, Chris HimesPresident
UniMex Labor Exchange, Inc.
Coach Talk
"I just love when people say I can’t do something because all my life people said I wasn’t going to make it." - Ted Turner
The Chalkboard
The Best Defense is a Good Offense: Lessons in Customer Service
One of my favorite subjects to discuss with any business is Customer Service. To me, that one phrase can impact the success of a business more than anything else. It dictates the rate of growth, the stability of production, and the overall attitude of the company all at the same time. So, when speaking about such an impact-filled topic, you would think other business owners might take a moment and listen. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Read more...
Expert Voices
The 4 C’s of a Successful Leadership Team
"The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers." - Ralph Nadar
What a great quote… and it has so much truth in it! I have found, in my years of business and team building, anyone with a dream and a bank account can have a business… but those that are successful have a great vision and a great team of leaders! We all know that the acronym for team is Together Everyone Achieves More! In order to build a rock solid foundation, you must have a great team of leaders to carry out the task! Within that leadership team, there are qualities that also must be met before chemistry can be established.
I call this concept the 4 “C’s” to Leadership & Team Building.
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