Would you and your business benefit from guidance and support as you face a significant challenge or make a major decision? Would you like a fresh perspective on a persistent problem? Do you want help with a specific project that is outside your skill set, or that you don’t have the time to complete? There are many good reasons to work with an experienced small business consultant and coach.

If one of the packages below doesn’t apply, please contact me so we can customize an approach appropriate for your needs. My areas of expertise include start-up, scaling, budgeting, business development, human resources, sales + marketing, work-life balance, and exit strategy.

Ongoing Thought Partnership: Would you like an experienced and encouraging ally as you face both the major challenges and the day-to-day operations of running your small business? Increase your clarity, confidence, business skills, and work-life balance through the ongoing support of a thought partner. This combination of consulting and business coaching will revolutionize your approach to your business. A minimum of two regularly scheduled calls per month is required.

Concept Brainstorm: Do you have a concept for a small business but don’t know where to start? We will work together to focus your ideas, clarify your concept, assess its strengths and weaknesses, and determine your next steps. Includes a two-hour brainstorm and a written report with recommendations. 

Start-Up Bundle: Are you ready to move forward in starting your small business? This package provides practical support as you go through the detailed steps of starting up. Includes a two-hour brainstorm, a written report, a customized checklist of action items, and up to two 45-minute implementation calls.

Strategic Scale-Up: Have you gotten to a point in your business where things are going smoothly, but you have an opportunity or desire for more growth? Brainstorm ideas, assess your options, and develop an actionable plan for strategic growth. Includes a two-hour brainstorm, a written plan with one year of financial projections, and up to two 45-minute implementation calls.

H.R. Tune-Up: Do you want to attract and retain a qualified team? Whether you are hiring your first employee or already have a team of 50, you will benefit from developing a human resources program that clarifies expectations and lays the groundwork for a positive company culture. Includes a 60-90 minute initial call, a customized employee handbook, a proven performance review process, up to 4 written job descriptions, and a 45-minute implementation call.

Leadership or Staff Retreat Facilitation: Do you want to increase engagement with your mission, improve communication, measure progress on your goals, and determine next steps? Align your team with your organizational plans and deepen their connection to one another through a board or staff retreat. Includes planning support, a full or half-day retreat, and follow-up materials.

Level-Up Sales & Marketing: Do you already have an established product or service that you want to bring to more customers? Analyze the efficacy of your current sales and marketing efforts, brainstorm strategy, and determine where to spend your sales and marketing dollars. Includes a 90 minute brainstorm, a 12-month sales and marketing plan, and a 45-minute implementation call.

Exit Package: Are you starting to think about life after your small business? Whether you want to sell your company or just wind things down, both you and your business will benefit from an intentional exit strategy developed with the support of someone who has personally been through the exit experience. Includes a two hour brainstorm, a written plan of action, and a 45-minute implementation call.