Your Path Coaching and Consulting

09/03/2026

If you weren’t in the room for the latest session of The Network Incubator, you missed a lot.
The room was packed and we talked about

* Business Development & Strategy: Pinpointing target audiences, auditing past client data, leveraging testimonials, and building systematic communication templates and CRM pipelines that convert.

* Brand & Marketing: Clarifying brand positioning, defining core brand identity, and knowing exactly when and how to outsource marketing so you stay in your zone of genius.

* Planning & Systems: Streamlining daily operations with Kanban workflows, automating repetitive processes, and offloading administrative weight.

* Finance & Funding: Breaking down the essential who, what, where, when, and how of business capital and resource allocation.

* Productivity & Accountability: Implementing high-impact tools, utilizing body doubling for deep-focus ex*****on, and locking in sustainable daily routines.

Growth doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens when high-level strategy meets structured accountability and genuine community.

Make sure you’re in the room for the next one. Drop a comment below or send a DM to get on the invite list.

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09/01/2026

Do you get nervous when you have to stand in front of a room and talk about your business?

We’ve done the research! Here are the top 5 things you can do to get better at public speaking:

1️⃣ Know your topic: The better you know your business model, value proposition, and ideal client, the easier it will be to talk about your work.

2️⃣ Get organized: Writing down what you want to say goes a long way toward keeping you coherent when you start speaking.

3️⃣ Practice, practice, practice: While perfection might not be realistic, consistent practice builds real confidence.

4️⃣ Challenge specific worries: Identify exactly what you're scared of. Naming your fear weakens its power and lets you build a plan for success.

5️⃣ Visualize ahead of time: Picture yourself in the room, in front of the audience, delivering a fantastic pitch.

Want to dive deeper into these tips? Join us for an hour dedicated to helping small business owners sharpen their pitch skills!

🗓 When: Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 6:00 PM

📍 Where: Ashland Library

🤝 Hosted by: Downtown Ashland Association & Your Path

Drop a comment below if you plan to join us, or tag a business owner who shouldn't miss this!

08/27/2026

Yesterday BLCK Streek hosted their Black Owned Field Trip. It was a great opportunity to network, and be exposed to black businesses in the Richmond area.
If you are planning an event, make sure to reach out to these businesses.
Charde’s Kitchen Wedding + Event Venue + Decor + Planning | VA DC MD

Thank you to Virginia Tourism and the City of Richmond for supporting this event.

08/20/2026

Dorian Cunion launched Your Path Coaching and Consulting to serve as a resource for business owners aspiring to build $2 million businesses.

Growing to $200K, or even $ 500K, in revenue can be achieved through raw determination and hard work, but at some point, most busines owners stall and benefit from the thought partnership, guidance, and accountability that come from working with a business strategist.

If growth is getting hard and you feel you could benefit from some help, schedule a discovery call so we can discuss how we can help you achieve your goals.
https://www.yourpathexecutivesolutions.com/contact

08/19/2026

Have you ever been at an event, been asked to introduce yourself, share a little about your business, and struggled to communicate effectively?

Whether you have been in business for years or are just getting started, communicating who you are and what you do effectively is essential to growing your business.

On September 2nd, at 6 pm, the Downtown Ashland Association and Central Virginia African American Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring a workshop that I will be on “How to Pitch Your Business Effectively”

During this interactive session, you will have an opportunity to practice an elevator pitch, learn how to prep for a pitch competition, and, most importantly, manage your stress and anxiety related to speaking in public.

Follow this link to register. https://lnkd.in/en-dhZ99
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/16043313

08/19/2026

Happy National Couples Day.
Salute to all of the married business partners.
It is hard enough to find a life partner, but you have to consider yourself especially fortunate when you find someone that you can run a business with.

08/17/2026

If you are like me, you go to the doctor once a year. During those visits, they run tests, check your blood pressure, weight, pulse, and evaluate your health.

If your metrics are within normal thresholds, the doctor will tell you to keep doing what you are doing.

If you have gained or lost a lot of weight, have high blood pressure or cholesterol, or show other signs of poor health, the doctor will likely prescribe an action for you to take.

That action might be starting medication, changing your diet, exercising more, or seeing a specialist.

We go to the doctor once a year because we know proactive medicine is better than reactive emergency care.

The same is true for your business. It can be tempting to think that coaching is only needed when something goes wrong. In reality, starting with a coach while your business is healthy can help you avoid future problems by identifying small issues before they become serious and by putting strategies in place to support faster growth.

When you engage a coach early, you proactively strengthen your business and can often achieve your goals more efficiently.

Proactively working with a business coach can help you:

1: Acquire the capital needed to fund business growth.

2: Refine your marketing strategy to support business growth

3: Document and improve business processes.

4: Acquire, develop, and retain the talent you need to scale.

5:Build a long-term strategy that is easily converted into monthly goals

If you're curious how working with us could help your business, send us a direct message.

We will send you a 25-question business assessment to help identify areas of your business you can improve through coaching. Once you complete the assessment, you will receive a personalized summary that highlights your business's strengths and points out any areas that may need attention. Based on the results, we will work with you to develop a clear action plan tailored to your specific needs, so you know exactly where to focus your efforts for the greatest impact.

08/13/2026

Nailing your pitch isn’t about memorizing a script—it’s about connecting with your audience in a clear and genuine way, whether you have 30 seconds at a networking event or 10 minutes in a boardroom.

Join Dorian Cunion of Your Path Coaching & Consulting for Entrepreneurial Boot Camp: Developing Your Business Pitch! This free, hands-on 60-minute workshop is created specifically for small business owners, solo founders, and early-stage entrepreneurs.

Proudly presented in partnership with the Central Virginia African American Chamber, Pamunkey Regional Library, and Downtown Ashland Association. What you’ll learn:
The 4-Part Intro Formula for everyday networking
How to use core business model concepts to structure formal pitches
Live, supportive micro-practice with personalized feedback
How to use AI tools responsibly to refine your message

"Attended a pitch workshop run by Your Path Coaching & Consulting, and I was absolutely delighted... very knowledgeable, personable, and easy to follow!" —
Past Workshop Attendee

Event Details:Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Ashland Library
Cost: Free (Registration Required)
Space is kept small so everyone gets time for personalized feedback! Save your spot today: https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/16043313

08/11/2026

Nailing your business pitch isn’t about memorizing a rigid script—it’s about genuine connection.

Join us on Wednesday, September 2 at the Ashland Library for a free 60-minute interactive workshop: Entrepreneurial Boot Camp: Developing Your Business Pitch!

Facilitated by executive coach Dorian Cunion, this session will help you craft a crisp 30-second introduction and gain the knowledge necessary to improve your business pitch skills.

Presented in partnership with: Central Virginia African American Chamber, Pamunkey Regional Library, Downtown Ashland Association

What we're covering:
How to present your business during a networking situation
The foundation for building an effective Business Pitch
Ways to practice your pitch
Best practices for leveraging AI

Message us for more details.

08/07/2026

During a recent workshop, Dorian Cunion shared how Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) can be a helpful resource for small business owners seeking technical assistance, grants, and other funding opportunities.

If you have never visited the website, check it out.

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