RISE ABOVE,
LEAD THE WAY
Build a Culture of Ownership and Lead
High-Trust Teams to Breakthrough Results.
☑️ Leadership Development Programs for Small Business Owners.
☑️ Tailored Coaching.
☑️ Small Groups.
TEAM UP
ALIGN
EMPOWER
Small Businesses Often Fail for One of Six Reasons
You can avoid these pitfalls
Self-doubt and imposter syndrome holding back confident leadership.
Team dysfunction hindering collaboration and trust-building.
A dissonant culture inhibiting empowerment and goal achievement.
Lack of accountability leading to blame, excuses, and inertia.
Struggling to balance nurturing and authority, causing inefficiency and confusion.
Strategic shortcomings leading to gaps in execution and progress.
These six issues, and the absence of a supportive network to navigate your leadership challenges, are the root causes of most small business disasters. Training and coaching will help you professionalize your leadership and operation so your small business thrives.
Our Offer
START-OPS gives you all the tools you need to succeed as a Leader.
RISE ABOVE Workshop
Experience our transformative Rise Above Workshop, designed to ignite profound change in your leadership journey. If you're feeling stuck or seeking growth, our flagship program is your personal launchpad. Delve into character-building principles that extend beyond leadership, shaping every aspect of your life, from business to family. Walk away with a renewed sense of purpose and powerful tools to elevate your leadership.
LEAD THE WAY Bootcamp
Immerse yourself in our intensive Lead The Way Bootcamp, where you'll master the essential Principles of Decentralized Leadership. Dive deep into the Leadership Principles of Mission, Character, and Action. From mindset to strategy, team building to teamwork, culture to communication, gain powerful, practical tools to revolutionize your leadership, elevate your team and drive results in your organization, and beyond.
Organizational Creed Workshop
Unlock the power of your Organizational Creed with our immersive workshop. Beyond the basics, this experience guides you to develop a powerful combination of Mission, Vision, and Values like never before. Your Business Creed becomes the ultimate culture-building and empowerment tool, ready to implement in real-life scenarios. Gain a clear roadmap to drive success in your organization and beyond.
Tailored Coaching
Receive personalized guidance and support directly from the founder of Start-Ops. Our tailored coaching and training incorporate principles and lessons from the highest levels to practical tools for real-world application. Whether you're navigating leadership challenges or seeking personal growth, embark on a transformative journey customized to your unique needs and circumstances.
Elevate your small business with our customized training and coaching programs, deeply rooted in the ethos of Rise Above leadership.
Together, we’ll guide you in transcending traditional leadership paradigms, empowering you to take ownership of your mission, strengthen your teams, and drive alignment and results across all levels. Our approach fosters resilience, collaboration, and sustainable growth at every turn. If you’re prepared to cultivate profound transformation and peace of mind, schedule an intake session today.
...higher employee engagement is experienced by companies with formal leadership programs.
...more likely are companies with effective leadership to outperform competitors in revenue growth.
...(and up to 4,900%!) median ROI is experienced by organizations from their initial coaching investment.
"We were able to restructure our company, define our principles, and consolidate our strategy. Today, we feel like we can face any challenge with leadership. Jorge and his team at START-OPS helped us design our action plan to set our goals, achieve results, and improve all of our processes."
Alexandra D.
Owner of Architecture Firm
Working with us is easy!
Schedule a
Free Consultation
“He who knows himself will not be imperiled in a hundred battles.”
— Sun Tzu
During our free 30-minute consultation, we’ll delve into the challenges you face as a leader and explore your vision for your business’s future. This focused conversation will help you gain clarity on the areas where you can make the most significant impact.
Get Your Personalized
Growth Plan
“Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.”
— John Maxwell
Following the consultation, you’ll receive a personalized report outlining how our leadership development programs can empower you to achieve your goals. This roadmap will provide valuable insights and practical strategies to propel your growth, both as a leader and as a business owner.
Empower Your Business
and Life
It's Hard Enough to Lead and Build a Small Business.
You Don't Have to Do it Alone
Leading a team isn't just about making decisions; it's about inspiring greatness, fostering growth, and navigating challenges with confidence. As a Small Business Owner (SBO), you wield the power to drive change, but often find yourself grappling with the complexities of leadership in the midst of growth.
You're not alone. Many SBOs, like you, with their people-oriented approach, face the daunting task of balancing team dynamics, strategic vision, and personal limitations. It's easy to get lost in the day-to-day hustle, overlooking critical aspects of decentralized leadership—the very principles that can unleash your team's full potential and propel your business to new heights.
Imagine owning your mission with unwavering clarity, cultivating a team that not only shares your vision but embodies your company's culture, and empowering them to achieve peak performance at every turn. These are the cornerstones of success often overlooked by leaders focused solely on results.
But it doesn't have to be this way.
Through our proven methods and personalized coaching, we'll guide you through the 6 Principles of Decentralized Leadership, helping you unlock the full potential of your team and reignite growth in your business.
Are you ready to break free from the status quo and transform your leadership—and your business? Schedule your free consultation today, and let's embark on this journey together. You'll not only see a remarkable return on your investment in your business but also experience profound growth in every aspect of your life.
It's time to lead with purpose, empower with passion, and thrive with confidence. Your dream leadership and small business await—are you ready to seize them?
Take Our 12-Minute Assessment and
Receive a Custom Diagnosis + Plan
for Business Leadership Success
Are you aware that your small business hinges on six key Leadership Principles? Each of these principles must be strong and aligned for your business to survive and thrive.
What kind of shape is your business in? Is it solid or on a downward spiral? Find out below.
“A leader is best when people barely know he exists,
when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say:
we did it ourselves.“
— Lao Tzu
Jorge A. Calle is a multi-sector entrepreneur, author, board member, and passionate about world history. He is also the founder and serves as the lead trainer and coach at Start-Ops.
Having received training in leadership from both business and military leaders, and drawing on insights gleaned from world history, he currently assists organizations in revitalizing their teams and achieving sustainable results through the implementation of effective leadership practices.
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