
Business coaching for C-level Executives
More than career counselling
Business coaching has long been more than just a trend – it is a decisive factor for success for executives who want to operate confidently in a complex, dynamic world. Executive coaching combines professional development with in-depth personal development. But at Stella Circle, we go one step further: we provide you with comprehensive mentoring through all phases of the C-Level Lifecycle® – from the initial vision to a meaningful reorientation after your exit.
What is business coaching?
Business coaching, executive coaching, career coaching or management coaching – they all share a process-oriented form of consulting that supports people in dealing with professional challenges or developing their own leadership skills. The aim is to identify individual strengths, develop potential and achieve lasting professional success. The focus is on the personal development of managers as well as improving professional performance. Whether coaching for executives, career coaching or management coaching – it is always about increasing your confidence and effectiveness.

Do Executives still need career coaching?
The answer is: more than ever. The path to top management has never been more complex – and the demands on modern managers have never been higher. Career coaching is not a sign of weakness, but an expression of responsibility: for one's own development, for the team and for the company. Those who consciously shape rather than merely react are making a sustainable investment in their own leadership skills and thus in the success of the entire team.
How we find the right business coach
for you
There are many people who call themselves business coaches – but not everyone is right for you. It is crucial that the chemistry is right and that the coach's experience matches your situation. At Stella Circle, you won't find random profiles, but personalities with C-level experience. Our Navigators have been vetted themselves before they accompany others. So you can be sure that you will receive coaching for executives that really suits you.
Management coaching vs. C-level mentoring
Management coaching
Management coaching often focuses on methodological skills, leadership styles and team processes. However, it builds on the status quo – no more, no less.
C-level mentoring
C-level mentoring, on the other hand, is comprehensive: it focuses on personal confidence, strategic decision-making and the highest professional standards throughout your entire career.
Stella Circle: Business coaching reimagined
At Stella Circle, we don't see business coaching as an isolated measure, but as an integral part of comprehensive support throughout the entire C-Level Lifecycle®. Whether you're looking for executive coaching, leadership coaching, management coaching or targeted mentoring for executives, Stella Circle offers everything you need from a single source, tailored precisely to your needs. Our Navigators (experienced former board members and managing directors) offer you:
Individual sparring
Personal support in creating your profile and defining your goals.
Exclusive network
Access to curated service providers for all stages of your career.
Reliable support
Regular consultations and quick availability in urgent cases.
Market knowledge
Provision of information about standard and negotiated framework conditions in management activities.
The C-Level Lifecycle®
Seven phases, one goal – your confidence
Our unique C-Level Lifecycle® comprises seven phases, which we shape together with you. Each phase is accompanied by individual coaching for management elements:
In Office
Confident responses, time management and life balance – with targeted coaching for managers.
Design Exit
Planning the last 100 days and preparing for the next phase.
Post-C-level
Meaningful structuring of the phase that follows and development of new perspectives, accompanied by individual coaching for executives.
Pre-C-level
Defining goals, positioning and acquiring special skills – the core of our career coaching.
Search
Bringing together executives and companies, preparing and supporting discussions through executive coaching.
Negotiation
Designing the framework conditions and implementing soft features with the support of an experienced business coach.
Start new job
Support during the first 100 days and key decisions within the framework of leadership coaching.
In Office
Design Exit
Post-C-Level
Pre-C-Level
Search
Negotiation
Start new job
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about business coaching
Business coaching is aimed at specialists and managers at all levels. Executive coaching is specifically tailored to top executives.
For all specialists and managers who want to actively shape their professional development – from team leaders to CEOs. Our career coaching is also ideal for aspiring executives.
Career development, leadership skills, conflict management, decision-making, time management, work-life balance and mentoring for managers.
After an initial assessment, we will work with you to create your profile. We will then support you – in a structured, continuous and individual manner – with targeted management coaching and leadership coaching.
At Stella Circle, you will be assigned a Navigator who will personally accompany and advise you – just like professional coaching for executives.