WANT MORE BUSINESS SUCCESS?
Wanting to make your next 12 months your best year ever?
Need direction to get there?
Zac’s business planning workshop will help…
WHY USE ZAC?
Over 22,000 coaching hours experience
On average clients double their profit
“International Coach Of The Year” for 2 years
Clients have won over 410 notable awards
40 clients in the Fast 50 over past 8 years
Over 1,100 business plans created
Helped several clients exit for $189m+
Most Google 5 star rated coach in NZ/Aust
A WORKSHOP THAT WORKS
Over the past year, over 220 businesses attended Zac de Silva’s business planning workshops and scored it 9.71 out of 10.
Join other smart business owners at our next business planning workshop – two days of business changing thinking and discussion with you and your key team, strategising to set you up for a successful year ahead and beyond.
Bring along your senior 1 – 3 people (or attend alone). Walk away with a business plan and 90-day strategy. Guided by Zac de Silva.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The two days are fairly intensive – we cram a lot in to make the most of your time and investment. Zac speaks for 25% of the sessions, sharing business strategy and lessons from personal experience and that of his clients to guide you through his tried-and-true framework to create a solid business plan. Throughout, he’ll pose questions, which you’re then given time to work through with your team. At this point, Zac wanders around the workshop, adding value where he can. Ask Zac any question you want on your business.
There are up to 10 businesses in each workshop. There’s time to network and connect. You will share a little with others as you can learn from one another and pick up some good ideas. Overall most of the workshop is you thinking on your business.
There are scheduled breaks for lunch and afternoon tea, which you can use to eat, stretch, talk or make phone calls. Zac maintains a good pace and the activities will keep you engaged and focused.
GOOGLE REVIEWS
Zac is the most Google 5 star rated coach in both New Zealand & Australia.
Jessica Martin
01:55 18 Nov 22
Highly recommend Zac's 2 day Business Planning &Strategy Workshop. The tools and tips we gained have been invaluable for the next steps with our business. Zac takes you through step by step in a interesting and fun way.read more
Kate Boyden
18:59 17 Nov 22
Zac is inspiring, charismatic and hosts a fabulously well run workshop. We have come away equipped with a great business plan for the next 12 months and beyond. He has broken down what can be an overwhelming task, into a simplified and manageable one that’s exciting and motivating for our business.read more
Bex Thompson
20:11 27 Oct 22
Zac’s workshops are amazing! You walk away with a tangible plan, clear direction and confidence in your next actionable steps. He had added huge value to our lives both personally and professionally. If you want to take your business to the next level, Zac’s your man!read more
Adam Leonard
02:13 06 Oct 22
My Wife and I have been working with Zac for the past few years (recently completing an effective leadership course) and every time we hit a small glass ceiling he has more Tools and insight to offer to help us develop ourselves and business.Definitely being pushed outside our comfort zone.read more
Herman van Wyk
09:12 16 Aug 22
I attended the Business Planning and Strategy Workshop that Zac presents. It was full-on with a lot of thinking being done relevant to my business and not being spoon fed ideas not suited to my business. I have learned heaps and can now execute plans and strategies better, as all the clutter of ideas and "things to do" are now neatly structured as a result of the workshop. I highly recommend this workshop for startups or well established businesses.read more
George Vodanovich
21:17 09 Aug 22
We went to the workshop with open minds and hoping to glean a few helpful insights and tools to develop our business. This workshop exceeded our expectations. Zac and his team have empowered us to take our business to the next level. Through a mixture of Zac's entertaining and earnest storytelling and our own input we uncovered exactly what we need to do and where to go next. I am astonished at how much ground we covered in two days. We were amazed at Zac's ability to include all business's at a variety of levels of development too. Also amazing catering and coffee. Thanks guys!read more
Vins Grover
04:12 08 Aug 22
The class was amazing. Zac and team were very good. Learnt a lot and looking forward to implement this in my business.
Nandika Singh
23:58 04 Aug 22
Getting a chance to learn Zacs teachings on what makes a successful business has been incredible. His knowledge pours through every word. I have never felt more powered with a clear direction for achieving success. I really enjoyed the way he teaches, it’s different to your normal. Highly recommend. Also side note- the food is incredibly delicious.read more
Emily Pyke
20:32 04 Aug 22
My time spent at the Business Changing two day workshop was incredibly valuable to the future of my business. Creating a strategy has now given me the direction that I was lacking and the confidence to succeed! Thanks heaps Zac and the team xread more
Tracey Hennah
01:07 25 Mar 22
If you want to take your business or brand to the next level but are unsure how best to do it, the Business Changing Workshops, run by expert Zac De Silva, will enable you to get the clarity you need to grow. As the leader and owner of my business, the day-to-day has kept me from finishing vital planning and strategy work to enable us to scale up and grow. This intensive two-day workshop was a game-changer and allowed me to formalise much of the critical thinking I hadn't been able to lockdown. Zac shared his valuable experience throughout the workshop and asked the right questions to enable me to get the clarity needed. If you are at a pivotable point of growth in your business and need support finding your runway, I wouldn't hesitate to reach out to Zac.read more
Stu Lill
21:07 17 Mar 22
Thought provoking, Zac's workshop took my self reflection to a new level - absolute GAME CHANGER for me. The tools and methods Zac uses as part of the workshop really help to drive the most out of the day. I came away with an extensive learning plan and some great focus points to work on to take my leadership to the next level - really fantastic and cannot wait to do another one.read more
Gavin Gratkowski
21:02 17 Mar 22
The next step in self development is right here with Zac and his team. Challenge the way you think about leadership/management and absorb the valuable personal tools to help you progress further in your career and life. The positive reinforcement of each step gives me courage and self belief to tackle the more difficult tasks that I would normally try to push aside.read more
Ian Cartwright
23:40 11 Feb 22
After my initial workshop in 2020 I was back for the Personal Development workshop. Great thought provoking session to set up me up for the rest of 2022 - thanks Zac!Fantastic two workshop that couldn't have come at a better time. So pleased I was referred to Zac & team. Well constructed content that challenged me to step back, think then plan. Since then it has been focused action. Definitely recommend.read more
Arvid Eriksson
03:03 10 Feb 22
This is an excellent workshop that I highly recommend to anyone keen to up their game or get clarity around what to do next. The workshop helped me define and prioritise tangible actions I can take to achieve my goals.read more
Adam Felix
19:09 24 Jan 22
Attended the Personal Development Workshop, found this to be very informative and presented in a simple yet effective way that works with me personally. The follow up emails with content to sustaining my learning from the workshop are very helpful to ensure I get the most out of my personal plan moving forward. Thank you once again Zac.read more
Jude Turner
01:57 22 Nov 21
Zac runs a great course - full of stimulating ideas, thought provoking steps and inspiring quotes. He has an innate ability to get to the nub of an issue - you do all the hard thinking but he guides and questions you. I found this course super helpful and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.read more
Alice Whitaker
01:47 18 Nov 21
We did the Business Changing two day Business Planning & Strategy Workshop and we found it extremely beneficial and we would highly recommend it to any business owner.
Josh Newman
21:33 17 Nov 21
Zac and his team provided a 2 day course with clear and easy to understand content for any business owner on how to improve your business in the short to medium term. The content was engaging and empowering and i walked away with clarity on how to use the information in my business. Thank youread more
Jackson Zhou
22:45 29 Jul 21
A full day course I have attended, very compacted, but full of useful tips and knowledge that would assist me to grow. One of the few workshops that I don't feel like falling to sleep. Thanks!
Raymond Young
21:44 28 Jun 21
It was great to have Zacs guidance to walk us through the strategies of writing a good business plan. No matter how long you have been in business it is always good to renew your business plan. We are re-energised and focused for the future. Andrea Young and Pam Brewerread more
Little Koha
03:38 27 Jun 21
The business workshop was worth its weight in gold as I came away with clarity regarding our strategies and future growth while also meeting other amazing business owners. Highly recommend
Harry Wheelans
00:16 26 Jun 21
Such a great and motivating couple of days. Zac and his team have developed a very thought provoking business planning course that helps you clearly identify your strengths , weaknesses and set priorities so your business continues to thrive. I cant wait to keep working with the team in the future.read more
Hayley Nithi
06:14 25 Jun 21
Zac is a very genuine human and extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the biz game. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend working with him to accelerate business growth. The lunches provided in the workshops are pretty epic as well 😊.read more
Vinka Matijasevich
09:33 24 Jun 21
Zac was extremely generous with his teachings and had many personal touches that made sure each individual was well taken care of. Loved it!
Nigel Beach
21:51 20 Jun 21
Awesome 1 day leadership course that covers a lot of ground very well. Highly recommended.
Arun Jacob
12:50 09 Jun 21
Good session today at the Education NZ conference in Auckland. Very informative and motivating.
James Richardson
04:33 03 Jun 21
Zac has a knack for asking the right questions to get you thinking about your business from new perspectives–working with him is always time well spent.
Brent Mcmillan
21:38 02 Jun 21
I have attended Zac's 1 day Business Changing Leadership Course as I begin my career as a leader/ manager. Zac's course has given me many helpful tools and has lead me down right path to being a successful manager. I found the course has given me direction and clarity around what steps to take next.read more
Melanie James
20:14 01 Jun 21
Zac De Silva, wow so much knowledge and good business sense was imparted over the day I spent on your course.I came away feeling empowered and equipped with the psychological tools to really be an asset to my manager and company. Thank you so much.read more
Joshua Heares
22:20 31 Mar 21
Zac and his team are incredible at what they do. The 2-day business planning workshops truly leave you feeling focused, motivated and with a clear path to success.
Leonie Wallwork
20:56 30 Mar 21
When we started out on our Workplace Wellness business journey we agreed we needed a business mentor and advisor that would really challenge our thinking and hold us accountable. Some one who 'got us' and our vision for happier healthier workplaces. Zac does that in spades! He is our inspiration for the step change we need in our business!read more
Emma Galtsov
02:44 17 Feb 21
I'm fired up in the best possible way! We have been working with Zac for while and it just gets better all the time. His advice and overview of our business has been outstanding! Thanks Zac and the teamread more
Treena Nixon
05:00 23 Nov 20
We just attended the Business Changing 2 day workshop which was amazing! It was such a great opportunity to step away from our business and really consider our future growth, strategy and how to make it all happen. Zac asks lots of thought provoking questions and then by the end of day 2 we had created our 12 month plan with lots of tactics to help us through and hold us accountable. Thank you so much Zac, Sip & Malyna for looking after us so well.read more
VideoShoot NZ
23:08 18 Oct 20
The 2 day workshop with Zac was outstanding. I came away with a very clear plan and vision for my future. Very enjoyable and rewarding process. Highly recommend. Thanks Zac
Chloe Sharplin
21:06 07 Oct 20
Zac is the tool with the right mechanism to gently squeeze an average lemon into a stunning lemon juice! (leaving you with creative juices flowing). He gets you thinking and motivated with clarity!
Hannah Chinnery
21:21 23 Sep 20
We had a great time at a recent workshop that went across two days. Zac really challenged our thinking and helped us to prioritise what we need to do in our business and establish a strong strategic plan. We learned a lot about best practice, our own business and it was a great learning experience. Thank you!read more
Michael Prasad
02:30 23 Sep 20
Zac and his team had a great 2 day workshop setup. The environment was fresh and clean with lots of fresh food and drinks. The course allowed broader thinking for our logistics business with lots of insightful ideas that were generated from the workshop. Zac has a lot of industry experience and his knowledge and guidance has really given us more clarity in achieving our vision for our business. Highly recommend this course thank you Zac Jread more
Kinstry Smythe
00:35 18 Sep 20
Highly motivating sessions to think solidly about my business. Refreshing and thoughtful ways to process the millions of thoughts about my business into a succinct and practical strategic plan. Now I'm looking forward to the next stages in my business! Thanks Zac and team!read more
Robert Tighe
21:30 17 Sep 20
Zac's 2-day workshop is an incredible opportunity to reflect on your business, set big goals, figure out strategies to help you achieve them and walk away with practical. actionable tactics to make sure you are working on the important things, not just spinning your wheels. Highly recommended.read more
Emma Jeffery
22:28 13 Jul 20
Thank you SO much for the insights and learnings at the course. I really enjoyed the two days. Some awesome motivation and the opportunity to meet stellar like-minded people.
Nelson Rayner
05:03 07 Jul 20
Great two day workshop that gives you a chance to reflect on your business, and focus on key points that need to be addressed to maximize your effectiveness and outcomes. The workshop was both entertaining and informative, and really helped us to think about how we might navigate Covid / post Covid, and plan out our next few years to guide the direction of the business.Food and hospitality was also great. Highly recommended!read more
Cameron Owen
00:59 03 Jul 20
Thanks Zac, Sip and Malyna for your help over the last 2 days. Zac's 2 day course was an amazing insight into my business. He helped me rediscover my purpose for getting into business in the first place. He also helped me realign my focus to where the growth opportunities actually are by taking us through a series of questions that unlock what is already inside of us. Fully recommend the Business Changing workshops, a great way to take your business to the next level!The Coffee Storeread more
Craig Cunningham
03:06 02 Jul 20
Amazingly lead programme. Small groups work. Hospitality A+ and food was pretty good too.Many thanks team
Ian Cartwright
00:03 23 May 20
Fantastic two workshop that couldn't have come at a better time. So pleased I was referred to Zac & team. Well constructed content that challenged me to step back, think then plan. Since then it has been focused action. Definitely recommend.read more
Jordan Statham
07:02 14 May 20
Had a one-on-one business mentoring meeting with Zac, came away from it feeling super positive about my business and it’s direction. Very impressed with his knowledge and ideas, will definitely be implementing his recommendations and attending his workshops in the future.Highly recommended.read more
Megan Daniels
22:55 23 Mar 20
Can’t recommend Zac’s 2-day workshop highly enough. I came away with clarity, strategies, focus, purpose, a wider view, renewed passion and confidence. My only regret is not doing it much sooner. If you are considering this workshop, my advice is just do it! It won’t take long before you notice the difference in your business.read more
Jeremy Harrison
23:06 21 Mar 20
I heard about Zac De Silva - Business Changing through a friend. I have been wanting to grow and expand my business and have been unsure of the next step to take moving forward. It was an excellent course that I attended with my partner and we both got a lot out of it. Looking forward to what comes next. I would highly recommend the course for anyone looking to expand, grow and develop their company.read more
Jodie Lachmund
09:22 19 Mar 20
I did the business plan 2 day course with Zak, I’m a creative person so I was scared that I would switch off and my mind starts thinking about the things I haven’t done or what’s needs to be done, BUT that never happened for a second, Zak has this amazing ability to have a memorable story that relates to what he’s talking about so you remember and relate. Thank you Zak, I have a great 90 days ahead of me nailing things in my business.read more
natalie perks
06:43 19 Mar 20
Best 2 days. Brilliant course! I feel like it was solid information that will improve my business tomorrow and I have the steps to put it into action.
June Lau
22:30 03 Feb 20
Went on the Grow your Profitability and Performance Course. Best business course I've been to hands down! Provided a great deal of clarity and actionable steps to bring strategy to life. Would recommend it to everyone!read more
Lorraine Hamilton
02:26 03 Feb 20
The Business Changing 2-day workshop with Zac was outstanding. His ability to get to the root of what drives me as a business owner and service provider is second to none.I have left the session freshly invigorated and with much more ambitious plans (and a clear roadmap to achieving them) than I ever thought possible.I'm already signed up for the refresher course!Thank you Zac, Sip and Matt!read more
Alex McLeod
21:16 01 Feb 20
An effective and super inspirational 2 day workshop to help inspire our business plan and future goals!! Highly recommend the learnings and wisdom from Zac and his team!
THE VIRTUE
00:27 01 Feb 20
Thank you so much to Zac and the Business changing team.What we have learnt about our business and ourselves over the course of the last two days has been transformational. I would recommend anybody in business to attend on of Zacs workshops.x Brooke and Ginaread more
Ivan Galtsov
06:54 30 Jan 20
With so many self-proclaimed business coaches out there, it's hard to know who to trust. Well, you can definitely trust Zac & the team at Business Changing. Not only Zac is super knowledgeable in the business development sphere, but he's also got a proven track record of success in business. We really enjoyed the business planning workshop and found it incredibly helpful. The only regret we have is not doing it sooner!read more
Caleb Phang
00:31 30 Jan 20
Very insightful. Has lots of business knowledge and very valuable to business owners of all walks ?
Simon Pound
23:59 10 Nov 19
We attended the Business Changing workshop and it was brilliant. the value of spending the time answering the right questions and formulating a strong plan for delivery was huge. We've found Zac knowledgeable, direct and with first-hand experience of the questions business owners are asking. Find the time to do the two day workshop.read more
Chris Harrison
02:21 24 Sep 19
With a relatively new start up I was a bit lost with my business before attending Zac's two day workshop, but I am now reinvigorated and have more clarity moving forward! Zac has a wealth of knowledge and is easily approachable, enabling me to feel confident in my business plan for the future. Highly recommend and I wish I attended this workshop sooner.read more
Victoria Collins
21:15 29 Aug 19
Zac reinvigorates your drive to succeed and think methodically about how to grow your business in a sustainable way. I can highly recommend him.
Sarah McLeod
20:33 29 Aug 19
Awesome two day business planning workshop. Answered questions I knew I had. The best part was discovering questions I didn't know I had and working on answering those too! Zac is a great down to earth, accessible facilitator and business coach. Thanks Zac 🙂read more
ActionHQ
10:05 29 Aug 19
Wow I just completed a two day session at Zac's Business Changing workshop. Zac takes it to a whole new level! What makes this so powerful is the extremely well considered questions Zac posses during the two days and the context of Zac's stories and learning. This workshop will challenge your critical thinking and inspire you to develop a highly actionable and focused strategy for business success. Although I thought I was under time pressure to invest in the event - this is certainly (by far) the highest pay-off activity of my year. If you are serious about business success then you can not afford to miss the opportunity to attend a Business Changing event. Thanks Zac, Sip and Phieng!read more
ActionHQ
10:05 29 Aug 19
Wow I just completed a two day session at Zac's Business Changing workshop. Zac takes it to a whole new level! What makes this so powerful is the extremely well considered questions Zac posses during the two days and the context of Zac's stories and learning. This workshop will challenge your critical thinking and inspire you to develop a highly actionable and focused strategy for business success. Although I thought I was under time pressure to invest in the event - this is certainly (by far) the highest pay-off activity of my year. If you are serious about business success then you can not afford to miss the opportunity to attend a Business Changing event. Thanks Zac, Sip and Phieng!read more
Janet MacDonald
18:37 13 Aug 19
Zac's two day workshop was fantastic for giving me clarity and focus on refreshing my business and also, my approach to the business! His approach pushed me to examine and pull apart areas of the business which showed lots of untapped value and opportunity. Getting the thinking into a tangible strategic and tactical plan has been most useful for applying the value. Mixing with other business owners who are all in a growth mindset was refreshing. Outside the workshops I have previously worked with Zac as a coach and he brings immense value to businesses.read more
Mena Antonio
03:08 04 Jun 19
Zac's planning workshop marks a before & after line in my business. This was the key to unlocking the next steps. Producing a plan that is strategic and relevant has freshly motivated me but also relieved the overwhelm that afflict many small business owners, and taken out the guesswork. I know my roadmap for the next 90 days, the next year and the year after that. Zac wants our businesses to succeed. I still have to do the hard work. But knowing I have cheerleaders in Zac, Sip and Phieng sharpens my focus to take the right action in the right order to produce A+ results. Thanks Business Changing.read more
Ensiyeh Ghavampour
04:05 02 Jun 19
I truly enjoyed the 2 days workshop with Zac. As a start up I found myself overwhelmed and lost before I went to the workshop. Zac's workshop gave me clarity and helped me to know my next steps. I am on fire to make my vision a reality!!read more
Georgina Compton
09:50 30 May 19
Zac is a pro. I thoroughly enjoyed the 2 day business changing workshop. It was way beyond my expectations. I came away with valuable insights into my business and a clear plan for the future. I’d go so far as to say this workshop is a MUST for every business.read more
Roger NICHOLLS
21:19 28 Mar 19
A well delivered pace. For us with my Wife as a silent Partner in SteamCleanz Marlborough Limited, the direction of strategy in cementing the steps on core values in a Business Plan, as we move towards retirement will prove invaluable. We have several steps to focus on together.read more
Josh Heares
20:21 28 Mar 19
Zac is the man. His approach to developing game changing business strategy is enjoyable and robust. Making you ask (and answer) the hardest questions of yourself and your business. I highly recommend it to anyone no matter how successful your business is.read more
Reese Drake
01:46 10 Mar 19
A business plan seems like a scary thing to do, however Zac and the BC team made it a breeze! If there is anything I regret in business, it's not doing Zac & Sip's workshop in the begining. You are well guided but challenged to extract your inner genius and get it on paper. The duration is spot on, not rushed yet keeps you from straying off path. Book your space yesterday!read more
Debbie Harrison
03:19 01 Mar 19
We WISH we had done this months - or even years - ago! It's completely changed the way we think about our business and about ourselves and absolutely transformed the way we look at what we do. Zac's questions and examples get you to think about the way you do business like no book/podcast/online course can. His down-to-earth nature and genius with numbers meant we got a lot of value out of our short conversations during the course - two of his suggestions will pay for our course in a heartbeat! Zac and wife Sip are classy with everything they do and this course is no exception.read more
Brock Hatton
05:05 05 Feb 19
Zac has an amazing process which forces you to look at your business critically and identify the opportunities and gives you a framework for future growth. I would recommend him and his team to anyone regardless of the size or life stage of the business. Thanks for all you do Zac.read more
Justin Babet
02:58 05 Feb 19
I attended a business planning workshop with the team at Business Changing and I'd highly recommend it to anyone. Zac has a great way of getting you focused on what really matters in your business, i.e. what can really move the needle. Since the workshop we've had a lot more focus and have been able to better articulate our strategy and plan to the team which means they're more focused to. This is already showing results on our bottom line.read more
Gemma Major
06:45 02 Feb 19
Zac's workshop is a MUST DO for anyone wanting to explore, understand and execute the possibilities for being the best. Zac shares so many incredible insights and learnings, creating a really cool experience that's both hands-on and educational. HIGHLY RECOMMEND 🙂read more
Deborah Hurley
03:23 29 Jan 19
Couldn't think of a better way to have kicked off the year. We'd been spending a lot of time working "in" our business, not "on" it so Zac's ability to help us identify the really important things in our business has set us up for the future. We're re-energised, focused and excited. Only downside is we wish we'd done it sooner! Thanks Zac, Sip and Phieng 🙂read more
Malcolm Gibbons
20:20 25 Jan 19
Zac has an easy approach to business strategy and a way to enable you to quickly hone in on the things you need to be doing that are important to your success. He is adept at asking the right questions to really get you thinking about shaping where your business is headed. Thanks for helping take the guesswork out of the future for our business Zac, Brilliant stuff!read more
Elliot Alexander
03:14 25 Jan 19
A very satisfying couple of days with Zac and his team. My business turned 10 last year, so I needed to re-energise and re-focus to lay down a new plan for the next stage. Super amped to apply my new vision. Epic hospo, was the cherry on top, friendliest people, great vibe yet very efficient. Can't believe how much we covered and got through in two days. Thanks Zac, Phieng and Sip 🙂read more
julia schenz
02:48 09 Oct 18
Zac has a wealth of knowledge, which he shares in an accessible, inspiring & entertaining way! We left with clear strategies & a do-able plan, as to our next steps. Highly recommend to anyone just getting started, or already "in the midst" of their daily business, and needing to take a couple of days to re-focus. Thanks Zac & Team! 🙂read more
Malhar Panchwagh
19:58 05 Oct 18
I have to admit that I attended the business planning workshop rather skeptically. I have just started Good Food Journeys as a result of my passion for food and travel with a hope that one day it will be a full time business. After the 2 day workshop I have a business plan and strategies how to make it a full time business. The questions that Zac posed in those two days made me think of stuff that I otherwise wouldn't have. And that's what has given me the clarity for the future. Thank you Zac, and I look forward to being in touch.read more
Mary Whaley
22:36 04 Oct 18
Attending Zac's workshop with my husband and business partner was fantastic. Zac is a great teacher and he made us think about the steps we need to take to grow our business exponentially. We thoroughly recommend the course and Zac, We'd give Zac 10 stars if we could.read more
Phoebe Edge
02:01 11 Sep 18
We had an amazing time doing the 2 day 'Business Changing' course. Zac has an incredible way of personally engaging and helping to shape a focus for business moving forward. We are both motivated and excited for our businesses goals and vision. Thanks so much 🙂read more
Dion Howard
11:00 05 Sep 18
I think I have a reasonable degree of skepticism with business coaching and workshops of this nature - I half expect fist pumps and trust falls. Instead, we got a steady secure hand, guiding us through a thorough and sometimes uncomfortable reflective process. This enabled me to be face to face with the bottle necks and limitations of of my business, and fundamentally, of myself. That Zac could do this with an absence of ego, - sans fist pumps and hero stories of how if he can conquer the mountain and kill the dragon, then so can you! - was refreshing. Just down to plain business. I'll check back in a year with my results. Thank you Zac and Sim!read more
Timothy Kavermann
23:21 30 Aug 18
I have just completed Zac's two-day Business Changing workshop. I consider it the single best investment I have ever made in myself and my company. I went into it lacking a lot of direction for the future of Fuel Media. Two days later my passion has been re-ignited. I have a sharp and accurate focus and strategy to implement over the next 90 days. Along with a very valuable plan for the next 12 months, 3 years and 5 years of business.I started my company over 5 years ago and believe without a doubt I'd be in a far different place now had I found Zac in the beginning. By different, I mean I would have already met and exceeded all of my goals, and be working on new and far more ambitious endeavours. I will be recommending Zac's workshop to all clients I partner with who are looking to establish a new brand with impact!I really can not say enough about the course, the content, the delivery and the great business connections I made during the workshop. After day one, I had the confidence to make an immediate change in my team structure, something I never considered, it has already paid off and I know it will save me a lot of time and money in the years to come.If you have an established company or see one in your future, the Business Changing workshop will give you the best foundation possible. I have already begun my 90-day action steps and cannot wait to do further work with Zac, and for myself ON, rather than IN my business.Tim KavermannFuel Media LimitedAuckland, New Zealand.read more
Michael Davis
04:14 30 Jul 18
Zac De Silva delivers an amazing Business Changing Workshop. He is clearly excellent at what he does, is very personable and delivers very practical and valuable insights into how anyone's business can be transformed. I rate Zac so highly I flew one of business partners in from the USA to attend his recent workshop held in Whangarei. We now have a very focussed and strategic business plan and 90 day focus we are implementing with renewed confidence and excitement around the future of our business. Thanks Zac and Sip. Outstanding job.Mavis from Dream It NZread more
Katie Douglas
01:28 24 Jul 18
We have just spent an amazing 2 days completing Zac's business planning workshop, and have come out feeling super excited and energised, knowing exactly what things we need to focus on to achieve our goals. We found the process really easy to follow, and came away with a clear action plan. We really enjoyed Zac's manner (he is the perfect mix of being knowledgable but so approachable), and we look forward to working further with him in the future! A big thank you also to Sip, for the engaging conversations and ideas!!read more
Alex Bayes
05:56 18 Jul 18
Zac's workshop was the spark that has given me renewed energy, focus and excitement for where my business is going and how I'm going to get there. The most thought-provoking and practical workshop I've ever attended - and I find myself looking at my business plan, pinned up on the wall, most days when I get into the office.Zac's razor-sharp insights and experience helped me to cut through the details and day to day running of my business to get to the heart of what's going to make us succeed. I'm thrilled that I attended this workshop, highly, highly recommended, and I can't wait get my teeth into my 90-day action plan. Thanks Zac & Sip, you guys are awesome!read more
myles mclachlan
00:27 12 Jul 18
We did Zac's 2 day business planning workshop after hearing rave reviews from other business owners and industry, WHAT A GAME CHANGER!Zac's workshop helped us to break down barriers and really focus on what was important.By allocating two days with Zac to work on our business plan with other like minded business owners it gave us a clear mission, vision and plan to take into the next few years of business.Not to mention his knowledge and contacts that hes more than happy to share and link giving even more value as you implement your new clear business plan.Thanks for your time and investment Zac, I highly recommend this workshop.read more
Dayalin Naidoo
22:37 05 Jul 18
I have achieved better clearer directions towards achieving my company goals and a unique business plan in place. The workshop was relaxing yet highly powered. Thank you ZacDocAir Concepts
Belinda Cannon
22:29 05 Jul 18
Belinda Cannon, S O P H IE I'm blown away by the value I got from Zac's 2 day Business Planning workshop. I reached out to Zac as was wanting some coaching and help with performance metrics for my business. A pre-requisite was completing this course. I've walked away from the course with a full business plan and a very clear vision and mission for my business. The process was so easy and made sense (which says something, I've been somewhat confused and cynical about mission and vision historically!). Zac really does care and really does add value, I can see this already. I'm so excited for my business and its future and cannot wait to get stuck in. Thanks again Zac.read more
Sophie Anquetil
22:45 24 Jun 18
If you are needing the next step for your business Zac will put you on track. The two day workshop makes you analyse your current position and really highlights areas you need to achieve to succeed in your long term goals.Highly recommendread more
Jaime Borrett
08:34 01 Jun 18
My Husband and I attended Zac's Business Changing Workshop in Queenstown recently. We both came away feeling re-energised and have much more clarity and focus with our business than we have had previously. Zac's 2 day program is intensive. It is well structured and entertaining with a good balance of Zac sharing his teachings and expertise (delivered with great analogies and stories from his own experiences in business.) Along with time for each business in attendance to work on creating their own comprehensive business plan and strategies. It was also great to meet and mingle with other likeminded business people. In addition we also got to meet Sip ( Zac's awesome wife who is immensely successful in her own right) They are a superstar, super cool couple that genuinely care and are all round lovely people which is just a big bonus. Super happy to have met Zac and Sip and have had this experience. Highly recommended. Easy 5 Starsread more
Nick Marshall
08:33 23 May 18
Zac's breadth of real world business knowledge and skills are incredible. After completing his 2 day business planning workshop, we are now on target to grow by over 400% this year. By asking the right questions we were able to focus and prioritise on the most important objectives instead of dabbling in all the shiny new opportunities that constantly come our way. I highly recommend Zac and his mentoring to all!read more
Annie Johnston
03:57 29 Mar 18
We've been in business for over 25 years and Zac's workshop would have to be hands-down the most useful and thought provoking presentation we've experienced. Zac really knows his stuff and the way he runs his sessions cuts right into the really important stuff and gives clarity and direction. A great investment, wish we'd done it sooner - book it in!read more
Logan Whitelaw
21:57 25 Mar 18
We found the two day strategy and planning workshop so valuable for charting where we're going and how we're going to get there. The great thing about this workshop is that you're actually working on your business - it's not just theory. We've come away armed and ready to take action to keep moving things forward. Thanks Zac and the Team.read more
Pip McGregor
20:49 06 Mar 18
This will change your business, and give you clarity! Zac has a wealth of knowledge and a knack for empowering people to ask the right questions of themselves and their business. It’s delivered in a down to earth friendly way by someone who is incredibly successful in his own right. Cannot recommend this highly enough!!read more
Anne-Marie Chisnall
06:06 23 Feb 18
Fantastic workshop! Great to have the luxury of time out of the office to do some deep thinking on the business plan. Zac's structured process helps you to achieve miracles -- that plan you've likely been putting off and the inspirational insights you need to be 'the best business in the world'.read more
tosca salome
00:45 01 Feb 18
Zac is incredibly insightful, inspiring and has been absolutely vital in contributing to the growth of my business. He's made me think beyond my goals and really given me the push my business has strived for. Can't say the catering is bad either! Thanks Zac and Sip.read more
Hello Hammertongs
22:17 31 Jan 18
The game has changed again! If you feel like you've got great business goals and aspirations but have no idea how to get there, book yourself into one of Zac's Business Changing workshop's. It was immensely valuable to us as a new start up and we left the workshop knowing we have a strong plan WITH step by step instructions on how to get there.It was also wonderful to meet so many like minded businesspeople and get some amazing insights from our guest speaker. Definitely a workshop I'd recommend annually to get each year off to the best start.read more
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Upcoming Workshops
Below are our upcoming workshops, please email any questions to hello@businesschanging.com
AUCKLAND JULY
Date:
Wednesday July 26 and Thursday July 27, 2023.
Time:
10am to 5pm both days.
AUCKLAND November
Date:
Wednesday November 22 and Thursday November 23, 2023.
Time:
10am to 5pm both days.
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