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There is a longstanding debate on whether the practice of coaching support is useful for entrepreneurs who lack the skills and assistance needed to make a success of their businesses. To gain a better understanding of the benefits derived from coaching support, Siyakha’s Development Services team document in-depth case studies and specific outcomes of delivering structured coaching programmes to ESD Beneficiaries.  

Siyakha Development coaching programmes can be divided into two categories – a shorter programme (three to five months) and a longer programme (nine to ten months).  Coaching is useful as a support function for entrepreneurs, as evidenced through the benefits derived from the Siyakha Development Programme interventions. Coaching contributes to the self-development of entrepreneurs and small business owners, as well as the development of managerial functions needed to successfully grow a business.