If you are looking for a business coach in Essex who has actually built and run businesses, not
just studied them, you are in the right place. I am Toby Pache, and I work with business owners across Essex and the surrounding counties to help them grow revenue, build stronger teams, and get their time back.
With over 24 years of hands-on experience running businesses in the clothing and merchandise industry — including a successful exit — I bring a practical, results-driven approach to every coaching engagement. As a qualified ActionCOACH, I combine proven frameworks with real commercial insight to help you move your business forward.
Every business hits a ceiling at some point. You might be stuck at a revenue plateau, overwhelmed by day-to-day operations, or struggling to find and keep the right people. A business coach helps you identify exactly what is holding you back and gives you the tools to break through it.
Working with me, you can expect support across areas including:
I am based in Braintree and work with business owners across Essex, East Anglia, and London. Coaching sessions take place in person, via video call, or a combination of both — whichever suits you best. I am happy to travel up to 100 miles for face-to-face sessions.
We start with a free, no-obligation conversation about your business. This is not a sales pitch — it is a genuine look at where you are now, where you want to be, and whether coaching is the right fit. Most sessions last around 60 minutes.
If we decide to work together, I carry out a detailed assessment of your business covering finances, operations, team, marketing, and sales. This gives us a clear baseline and highlights the areas where focused effort will deliver the biggest returns.
Based on the assessment, we agree on a structured programme with measurable goals. Sessions follow the ActionCOACH framework — a system used in over 80 countries — adapted to your specific situation and priorities.
Between sessions, you will have clear actions to complete. I hold you accountable — not in a punitive way, but because consistent execution is what separates businesses that grow from those that stay stuck. We review progress regularly and adjust the plan.
I coach business owners across Essex and beyond, from sole traders scaling past their first employees to established SMEs turning over seven figures. While my background is in the clothing and merchandise industry — where I spent over two decades building and leading businesses — the coaching frameworks I use apply to any sector.
That said, if you run a business in fashion, textiles, merchandise, or a related field, you will benefit from industry-specific insight that most generalist coaches simply cannot offer.
My clients typically share a few things in common: they are ambitious, they are willing to put in the work, and they know that doing more of the same will not get them to the next level.
Choosing a business coach is a significant decision. Here is what sets my approach apart:
24 years of real business experience. I have not just coached businesses — I have built them, managed teams, handled P&L responsibility, and completed a successful exit. When I advise you on operations, sales, or growth strategy, it comes from direct experience.
ActionCOACH qualified. The ActionCOACH system is one of the most established business coaching methodologies in the world, used in over 80 countries. It provides a structured, proven framework — not vague motivational advice. You can learn more about the methodology on the ActionCOACH website.
Local to Essex. Based in Braintree, I understand the business landscape here. Whether you are serving local customers or selling nationally, I know the opportunities and challenges that Essex-based businesses face. I travel up to 100 miles for in-person sessions, covering London, East Anglia, and the Home Counties.
Accountability built in. Every session ends with clear actions. I follow up, I check progress, and I make sure you are moving forward — not just talking about it.
Coaching fees vary depending on the format and frequency. I offer several programme options to suit different budgets and business stages. The best way to find out what is right for you is to book a free strategy session — there is no obligation and no pressure.
Most clients start seeing measurable changes within the first 8 to 12 weeks. Some results — like improved clarity, better time management, and stronger decision-making — happen almost immediately. Larger goals such as significant revenue growth typically take 6 to 12 months of consistent work.
Yes — in fact, smaller businesses often see the fastest results because there are fewer layers between a decision and its implementation. Whether you have two employees or twenty, coaching gives you the structure and accountability to grow more efficiently.
A mentor shares advice based on their own experience. A coach goes further — providing structured frameworks, holding you accountable, and helping you develop the skills to solve problems independently. My approach combines both: you get the benefit of real industry experience alongside a proven coaching system.
I primarily work with business owners across Essex, but I am happy to travel up to 100 miles for in-person sessions — covering London, East Anglia, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, and the Home Counties. Coaching can also take place via video call if distance is a factor.
I work with business owners across all sectors. My own background is in the clothing and merchandise industry, so if your business operates in fashion, textiles, promotional merchandise, or a related field, you will get sector-specific insight on top of the general coaching framework. The International Coaching Federation provides useful guidance on what to look for when choosing a coach.
ActionCOACH is one of the world’s largest business coaching firms, operating in over 80 countries. The system is built around a structured methodology with measurable outcomes — not open-ended conversations. Every programme follows a clear path from assessment through to results, with accountability at every stage.
Book a free strategy session to discuss your business goals and find out how coaching can help you reach them. No obligation, no hard sell — just a straightforward conversation about where your business is and where it could be.