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Mike Bahun is a multitalented business owner, dedicated coach, and influential entrepreneur. With over two decades of experience in coaching and entrepreneurship, he has made significant contributions to the worlds of sports and business.
As the founder of Fundraising University and Coaching Matters Foundation, Bahun has helped raise over $300 million for school athletic, academic, and activity programs.
Currently serving as the Director of Player Development at Ohio State Baseball, Bahun remains committed to empowering athletes, coaches, and entrepreneurs to reach their highest potential.
Now, he is ready to launch a new season of the highly-anticipated Coaching Matters Master Class, a 12-month comprehensive program tailored for elite sports coaches, business owners, entrepreneurs, and aspiring leaders across diverse industries.
This exclusive event, proudly sponsored by Fundraising University, is open to participants around the country and starts July 15, 2024.
“Through Coaching Matters, participants dive into critical areas such as organizational growth, goal setting, interpersonal skills, and cultivating a winning mindset,” Coach Bahun says. “With a curriculum crafted to deliver master-level challenges, participants are empowered to overcome obstacles and seize opportunities for personal and professional development.”
Coaching Matters Takes An Innovative Approach Towards Leadership
Bahun says Coaching Matters offers a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse and supportive community of college coaches, professional athletes, and world-class entrepreneurs.
“By fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among industry professionals,” he says, “participants gain invaluable insights and forge meaningful connections that propel them toward their goals.”
Bahun will team up with Brian Cain for the Coaching Matters Master Class. Cain is the world’s leading mental performance coach, a No. 1 best-selling author and creator of The Mental Performance. The pair are ecstatic to embark on a transformative journey with participants towards excellence in coaching and leadership.
“I am thrilled to introduce the Coaching Matters Master Class, a culmination of my years of experience in coaching and entrepreneurship,” says Coach Bahun. “This program is designed to equip coaches and entrepreneurs with the tools, strategies, and mindset necessary to excel in their respective industries. Together with Brian Cain, a superstar in mental performance coaching, we aim to inspire and empower a new generation of leaders.”
Throughout the 12-month duration, participants will benefit from a rich blend of live sessions, virtual workshops, exclusive resources, and personalized coaching to foster holistic growth and development.
“This master class represents a unique opportunity for individuals to elevate their game, whether on the field or in the boardroom,” remarked Bahun. “By combining cutting-edge strategies with time-tested principles, we seek to cultivate a community of high performers poised to make a lasting impact.”
After hosting numerous events together over the years, Bahun and Cain will partner for the series. The duo also has a successful podcast called Coaching Matters, which launched three years ago and streams across multimedia platforms.
Bahun was a collegiate baseball standout who played professionally and later became a highly respected coach and pro scout. Meanwhile, Cain has a stellar track record of working with top athletes, including four Cy Young Award winners and MLB and NCAA World Series Champions. He’s also a bestselling author.
Cain is a former high school coach and certified master athletic administrator who teaches others how to “make adversity your advantage.”
About Coaching Matters Foundation
Coaching Matters, a foundation dedicated to celebrating coaches and business leaders as community heroes, is a transformative initiative designed to empower leaders in their personal and professional lives and promises to revolutionize how participants approach success.
Coaching Matters is renowned for its commitment to providing education, recognition, and impactful discussions for coaches and business leaders.
Drawing from his expertise as a business owner, college baseball coach and industry professional, Coach Bahun has created and designed a highly effective program that helps participants elevate their careers and personal lives.
The Coaching Matters Master Class series will delve into four fundamental principles essential for success in both business and life: organizational skills and time management, mental performance and mindset, sales training, and entrepreneurial finance. Through interactive sessions and immersive learning experiences, participants will gain practical skills and invaluable insights from industry leaders.
The class will help everyone from beginners to the highest performers in professional sports and entrepreneurship.
Mike Bahun Is Passionate about Coaching Matters
Coach Bahun is a pro in business, entrepreneurship and sports.
His remarkable achievements include establishing Fundraising University as a franchise system in 2020 and earning prestigious accolades from Entrepreneur magazine.
In 2022, Fundraising University was ranked No. 79 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list of Top New & Emerging Franchises.
Additionally, Bahun’s expertise as a baseball developmental coach at Ohio State University further solidifies his reputation as a top leader in the field.
“People often ask me how I juggle so many responsibilities,” shared Bahun. “But it doesn’t feel like work when you’re passionate about what you do.”
The Coaching Matters Master Class series offers entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to engage in immersive learning, gain practical skills, and unlock their full potential. With a dynamic curriculum, personalized guidance, and insights from industry leaders, this series is a must-attend for anyone striving for success in today’s competitive landscape.
“Coaching Matters is more than just a program or class; it’s a transformative interactive training system designed for entrepreneurs, coaches, and athletes committed to taking their business and life to the next level,” said Bahun. “We empower individuals to develop a powerful mindset while positively impacting their community.”
About Coach Bahun
Mike holds an MBA from Bellevue University and is a certified trainer in Ownership Mindset and Mental Sports Performance. Additionally, he has completed the Wealth Factory’s doctorate-level course in entrepreneurship and finance.
In 2019, Mike’s baseball career culminated in his induction into the prestigious Omaha Metro Hall of Fame, a testament to his dedication, skill, and contributions to the sport. Throughout his illustrious career, both as a player and in his professional endeavors, Mike has demonstrated a unique combination of athletic talent and unwavering professionalism. His commitment to excellence has garnered widespread recognition and left a lasting impact on the baseball community.
Transitioning from player to coach, Mike now serves as a baseball coach at Ohio State University. In this role, he leverages his extensive knowledge and experience to mentor the next generation of athletes, fostering their development into skilled players and resilient individuals both on and off the field.
Through innovative initiatives and strategic partnerships, Coach Matters Foundation remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering individuals and teams to achieve greatness.
“I’m thrilled to start the Coaching Matters on-stage series and look forward to bringing fresh insights to people each day across social media platforms,” says Bahun. “There has never been a better time for people to invest in their future, and I will teach those in the class how to scale their business, work less and get more done in 90 days. This will give them more freedom to spend time with their families and do more things they love.”
It’s time to step into a world of impact and growth with Coaching Matters.
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- Website: https://coachingmatters.org
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Coaching Matters 12-Month Coaching Development Program
START DATE:
July 15, 2024
