ABOUT
THE CIRCLE has been created specifically for business leaders who feel the pressures of running a growing organization. It is for these leaders who have few, if any, people in their lives to who they can turn to. Specifically, people who will offer advice, or simply listen. Those who will share from experience but most importantly, those who understand the unique pressures you face because they too are leaders who are facing similar challenges.
This organization was developed to fill the gaps in the traditional approach to business groups and masterminds. Don’t think of this as a networking group—by joining, you are gaining your own board of advisors. These advisors are led by a facilitator who has not only successfully exited three success businesses, but also possesses a strong academic background which allows him to coach high-level business leaders, like you. The processes we employ are effective, not only in the workplace, but at home. Our program works on the whole person, not just the business side of you.
BENEFITS
A new opportunity for business leaders that fall within our criteria to have a reliable sounding board.
- If you are looking for a group of seasoned professionals to challenge your assumptions and provide real-world expertise to your ideas.
- If you are open to the group’s collective wisdom and experience shares.
- If you are willing to be open, honest, and go deep into the issues you are facing, and are seeking a strong and proven executive coach.
- If you are interested in learning new concepts from proven subject matter experts.
…then, THE CIRCLE may be for you.
This group is limited to 10 members who must be approved not only by the facilitator but by the group itself.
The focus of this opportunity is growth—professional and personal. It combines the best elements you may find in EO, YPO, Vistage, and Franklin Covey or MBA programs. In addition, you will also receive regular individual one-on-one interactive sessions with a coach many have labeled as a Business Therapist.
SCOTT DE LONG, PH.D.
Scott De Long is an author, speaker, educator, and entrepreneur with a wide and varied career. He has built from the ground up, and successfully exited, three previous businesses and has been on several boards serving as a director in both the private and the non-profit sectors. He has a profound commitment to education on both sides of the desk as well as inside and outside of the classroom. His new book, I Thought I Was A Leader… is now available at Amazon.com. Learn more by visiting scottdelong.net.
Scott’s strength in leading small group communication allows him to disarm the greatest of egos, set up an environment of respect, and provide the foundation for these groups to quickly build trust. This developed trust ultimately leads to strong interdependent relationships and a newfound level of success for the individual and the organization.
Scott’s aspirational goals include continued self-development in the three areas he finds critical to leadership; Humility, Empathy, and Vulnerability.
WHY THE CIRCLE?
TESTIMONIALS
Working with Scott is an exercise in opposites. Scott has the ability to hold the hard-driving business interests in mind at the same time that he holds a deep care for people from the CEO down to the janitor. His capacity to do this has revealed so many insights. I have found his perspective to be invaluable for my own growth and that of my business.
Dan Garrett
Through Scott De Long’s coaching, I have gained invaluable insights, developed new perspectives, and honed my skills in effective communication, decision-making, and inspiring others—he has been instrumental in my growth as a leader. I am grateful for the transformation I have experienced, and the opportunity to share Scott’s expertise with my fellow leaders and witness the collective growth within our organization.
Cristian Oquendo, AIA
CHAD WEBSTER
CFO & PARTNER, RENHILL STAFFING
SARAH MIRANDO
VICE PRESIDENT MARKETING & SALES, TOP CLASS ACTIONS
