As the owner of a successful company, you work hard to achieve amazing results. You would like to not just reach your goals, you dream of surpassing them and taking your business to a new level.

To do that, you know some things will have to change.

You may be stuck and feel ill-equipped to move forward. It’s a hard place to find yourself.

We believe it shouldn’t be that hard to move the needle on your business. Bringing in a fresh set of eyes will allow you to see new things. Having someone to be your champion may be exactly what you need.

We know it is a lot to think about. This process has been something we’ve executed with others for the last 30 years. By developing people, we’ve watched business leaders navigate efficiently toward their goals with a strategy that works, In the end, they benefit from an objective confidante with a vested interest in helping them reach their goals.

You hold the keys to make it happen. It’s up to you. The future of your business rests in your hands. Let’s get started.

Joe Stockman

Results-Driven Business Coach

Unbiased, unfettered and experienced counsel

When you seek business guidance, you need someone who understands what it’s like to be in your shoes. You need expertise insights and empathetic navigation.

As an entrepreneur and real estate investor, Joe Stockman of Raise the Bar Coaching understands the pressures and expectations of an executive leader. He knows what it take to produce strong P & L results. He’s also comfortable coaching and collaborating with businesses of all sizes.

Business process expertise


  • Strategy and tactical implementation
  • Sales and account management
  • Human resource management
  • Workplace safety
  • Team alignment
  • Business analytics and metrics
  • Manufacturing process and quality control
  • Group facilitation

A Life Long Learner


  • Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
  • Juris Doctorate
  • Continuing Education at Helsinki School of Economics, Wharton Executive Education, Scotwork Advanced Negotiation and Miller-Heiman, Sales and Account Management

Frequently Asked Questions

You may have some questions about how this all works.
Questions are good! It’s how we dig into what we need to learn.
Here are some of the most basic questions I get from new clients.

What can clients expect when working with Raise the Bar Business Coaching?
  • Focused attention as a result of being one of few clients.
  • Thinking in new ways as a result of smart and targeted questions.
  • Development of transformational goals for your business
  • A personal coaching plan
  • Conclude every coaching session with strategy-based action plans
  • Client accountability
  • Implementation of proven tools to successfully resolve chronic tactical issues
  • A friendly and kind business-based relationship
  • Tangible results
What is the difference between coaching and consulting?

Simply put, coaching is asking the right questions to help the client find solutions.
Consulting is giving the answers. There is a time and place for each.

How can you identify a great coach?

A Great Coach will:

  • Help clients uncover unmet expectations of the business
  • Reveal blind spots
  • Address mental blocks and avoidances
  • Identify limiting behaviors
  • Disrupt the status quo
  • Say things others can’t say
  • Remain objective and confidential
  • Facilitate a plan to new or renewed goals
  • Hold clients accountable to themselves
  • Maintain the ethics and standards of behavior established by the International Coach Federation
When is the right time for consulting?

When you are ready to:

  • Accelerate achieving your plan
  • Implement tactical business tools scaled to your business
  • Access over 100 business tools applicable to all situations
What does the process look like when working with Raise the Bar Business Coaching?

First is Coaching.

It’s a thought-provoking and creative process to inspire the client to maximize business potential. Sets the stage
For a strategy map to reach business goals.

Next is Strategy Mapping.

Simplified and streamlined process based on “Strategy Maps - Converting Intangible Assets into Tangible Outcomes” by Robert Kaplan and David Norton. Converts client’s vision and goals into strategically prioritize, actionable steps to deliver results clients desires.

The final step is Consulting.

Delivering the expert tools, process and resources will accelerate the implementation of the Client’s strategy map. We use a vast number of expert tools and network of outside resources, bringing the right tool at the right time to get the job done. The Client’s small business benefits from scaling big business best practices customized for them.