Thinking About Hiring a Business Coach in 2026? 

If hiring a business coach is part of your plan for 2026, there is one thing you need before you start.

Your numbers!

Coaching is about direction, growth, and decision making. But if you do not know where your business stands financially, it is almost impossible to know where you should go next. Here is why your numbers matter before coaching even begins.

You need a starting point. If you do not know your current revenue, expenses, profit, or cash flow, goals become guesses. A coach may suggest hiring or scaling offers, but without clear numbers, you do not know if your business can support it.

You avoid fixing problems after the fact. Starting coaching without accurate numbers often leads to uncovering issues later that slow everything down. Discovering cash flow gaps, unpaid taxes, or incorrect reports mid coaching can derail momentum and create stress.

You cannot measure progress without clarity. Coaching works best when you can track what is improving. If profit increases but cash flow worsens, you need to understand why before making bigger moves.

Decisions should be based on facts, not feelings. Many business owners feel busy but are unsure if they are actually profitable. Clean financials show which services make money and which ones drain time and energy.

Strategy only works when finances support it. A great growth plan means nothing if taxes, expenses, or cash flow are not considered. Raising prices or launching something new should align with tax planning and financial capacity.

The most successful coaching relationships start with solid financial systems in place. Coaching then becomes about momentum instead of cleanup.

If you are thinking about hiring a business coach in 2026, start by getting clear on your numbers now. Book a call to see how I can help you understand where you stand, build better systems, and set a strong foundation for the growth you want.