More from Ben on his coaching and business journey:

“I’m happy to say within three months we could already see the value, within six months the value was even more apparent, and three years down the line, we’re still doing it and there’s no option for us to change.”

– Ben Symington –

Symlogia’s Business Journey Timeline:

Where it began:

In November 2012 Ben found himself without warning locked out of the systems of the company he was working for, and discovered he was being retrenched. Within a week he decided that he was going to start his own company. A few years later Hilary joined the business.

He was clear about growing a company with honesty, integrity and transparency.

Getting an ActionCOACH:

Ben considered getting a coach many times, he knew there were important aspects of his business that he wasn’t getting to but he didn’t have the time. When he had met with a coach or two in the past he felt their approach was too aggressive and they didn’t deliver on their promises.

Then he met ActionCOACH Andy Hofmeyr in 2019. “A man with integrity, good morals, good ethics and a very good businessman in fact. Andy listens well, he understands, he knows what the right questions are, he knows what we should be doing, and he helps us to fulfill a lot of the missing puzzle pieces as it were.”

Business Milestones:

They achieved beyond their Goals smashing previous budgetary financial goals for the company.
They have gained new customers through specific marketing initiatives, including networking.
They feel that they think differently now and therefore act differently. “We do better because we know better. We are more intentional in our actions and decisions. Our approaches are more versatile.”
The way they interact with their clients has changed. The way they sell and upsell ideas and the way they keep in contact with people has changed.

Personal Moments:

“A highlight was that with certain practices in place, the company was able to run without me for 3 months while I was very sick with COVID – a testament I attest to ActionCOACH. Andy continued to coach my wife Hilary through this period and helped cushion many blows.”
“I’ve definitely grown as a leader – this is a unique highlight as it was unexpected. I’m not afraid to ask certain questions to other business owners, not afraid to share insights into what works for us and help others grow.”

Where to next:

They want to grow their team to the point where they can be the Directors leading Managers who in turn are leading other staff and create groups that will take the company to the next level.

“I’m happy to say within three months we could already see the value, within six months the value was even more apparent, and three years down the line, we’re still doing it and there’s no option for us to change.”

– Ben Symington –