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Is becoming a Certified OBM the right choice for you?

Certified Online Business Managers can help busy entrepreneurs streamline operations, scale their teams, and launch new products—often faster and with more precision than ever before. 

These business transformations aren’t just about better systems—they’re about peace of mind for business owners and a higher level of trust between you and your clients.

This program is not for everyone, and that's by design. We're not here to teach you how to manage tasks but to prepare you to lead businesses to success.

Certification is perfect for you if:

  • You're ready to lead, guide, and support a growing business and its owner(s). Owning the role 
  •  You take pride in your work and the collective growth of the organizations you support. Entrepreneur mind
  • You’re a self-starter and a finisher, taking initiative without being “managed.” Proactive
  • You can prioritize and pivot when needed, not getting “stuck” with every change. Priority focus
  • You can strategize, anticipate challenges, and develop long-term solutions aligning with goals. Strategic thinker
  •  You convey ideas clearly and concisely, listen actively, and can adapt your communications to ensure mutual understanding and connection. Strong comms
  • You can confidently evaluate options, quickly identify the best choice, and take action. Decision maker 
You may not be ready for certification yet if: 
  • You're reluctant to take charge, preferring to follow rather than lead. 

  • You prefer task-oriented work and rely on external direction.

  • You don’t like running multiple projects simultaneously, sometimes working with entirely different people on each one.

  • You struggle or slow down when unexpected changes arise. Deadlines are not your friend. 

  • You work better when focused on immediate issues and needs rather than forecasting what’s next.

  • You sometimes get frustrated explaining things to others or have to repeat yourself a lot. 

  • You don’t really want to be in charge of the overall success of your clients.

Business owners look to you for guidance and trust you to build and manage their business foundations and take the lead on their most important operational needs. But if you're seeking a quick-fix career or think that being an OBM is about simple execution, this isn't for you. We're nurturing leaders here—leaders ready to own their roles and make an impact. 

As a Certified OBM, you’re a business owner in your own right, an operational expert, valued for your contribution and leadership. You get to choose who you work with rather than being an employee, and you set the boundaries and optimal rates for the clientele you serve. *Expected minimum rates recommended for Certified OBM’s start at $65/hour USD, or monthly retainers at $2000/mo USD. 

Keep reading to discover your path to becoming a Certified OBM.