The Advance
Team
We are dedicated to helping founders pioneer change from a place of self-awareness. Through years of experience building businesses ourselves and training in different Mind Body Spirit practices, we’ve faced many challenges and overcome limitations.
As your coaches and allies, we believe the answers you seek already lie within. Our goal is to illuminate your innate capacities so you can advance from a centered, wholehearted place rather than just coping on autopilot. By addressing your unique needs holistically, we will empower you to break through barriers, overcome self-doubt and thrive on your journey as a startup founder.
Sebastian Dienst
Coach, Facilitator & Director of Coaching
Sebastian Dienst is the Founder and Lead Coach of Advance™. With over 15 years of experience co-founding multiple businesses and two decades studying mind-body wisdom traditions, Sebastian brings a unique blend of expertise in supporting founders to break through challenges and to activate their highest potential.
His transformational approach helps clients authentically pioneer change by connecting with their essence and pioneering change from a place of self-knowledge. Blending analytical and intuitive methods, Sebastian guides individuals to unlock their innate capacities for influential, wholehearted leadership.
Dr. Sophia Wachner
Coach, Facilitator & Director of Coaching
Dr. Sophia Wachner leads a private practice in Munich focused on functional and nutritional medicine. She supports clients through customized programs integrating lab work, nutrition therapy, herbal remedies and mind-body practices.
Dr. Wachner empowers individuals by addressing the underlying factors behind fatigue, digestive issues, autoimmunity and other common concerns. Her integrative, yet results-driven approach, has helped many entrepreneurs deal with intense stress and achieve greater balance in life. Blending analytical data with intuition, she empowers clients to realize their highest health and performance potential.
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Frequently asked questions
Who can benefit from Coaching?
Our coaching is tailored to founders of startup companies who seek to grow their businesses, develop personal leadership skills, and maintain their health under pressure.
How do I join Advance Coaching?
Interested founders can set up a discovery call through our website. The application process includes a brief questionnaire about your startup and goals, followed by a consultation call to ensure our program aligns with your needs.
What results can I expect from coaching?
Coaching addresses the areas of your work / life that you want to improve. Whether that is in specific aspects of leadership skills, having more clarity and confidence in your business positioning and strategy, resolving conflicts with your Co-Founder or experiencing enhanced personal health – coaching will identify and strengthen your unique areas for growth.
What is the cost of Advance Coaching?
Pricing depends on your individual needs. Please book a Discovery call to find out more.