Frequently Asked Questions

I have a hobby I'm passionate about, can you help me turn it into a business?
Some of the best businesses start this way, I can help you make the transition from hobbyist to business owner.

I am new to business. How can I learn the basics?
I can give you a comprehensive overview of what's required to run a small business. I will also check you are using effective tools to good effect.

I have a newly established business. How do I know it’s in good shape?
I can check you have the optimum amount and kind of structure in place for business stability and growth.

Can you help improve my present business?
I can help you identify problem areas that need attention and focus. Once this is done improvement usually follows.

I've just bought a business. Can you help me?
It can take a while to learn how to run an unfamiliar business well. I can help you make the necessary adjustments, and prevent mistakes made by many new owners.

I'm unsure of the vision for my business and where I should be heading. How can you help me?
If you don't have a clear vision it's possible you may be going round in circles. I can help you develop your own specific vision and the steps needed to achieve its goals.

My business is breaking even or at times runs at a loss. How can you help?
Initially, boosting your sales may be your best bet and I can help you with that. But it's also essential to have a long term plan with everything you do coordinated with the goals in that plan. This brings many efficiencies which cuts costs.

My business has been impacted by a downturn in the market. What should I do?
A downturn can be difficult, but there are things you can do to recover. It often requires different strategies and tools to help you identify new opportunities. I can help you find those opportunities.

I have issues with hiring staff and keeping them. Can you help?
Definitely. Staff are one of the most important factors in business success and growth, and I can show you how to hire and manage them more effectively.

We're having relationship issues amongst owners, management and staff. Can you assist?
I can bring some clarity, calm and purpose to internal interactions and help your team resolve issues.

We are doing OK, making a profit. How could you help us?
Making a profit is great, although it doesn't always indicate full business health. I can check if it's solid and sustainable. I can also help you streamline your operation if it would be beneficial, and fulfil even more of your potential.

We're expanding too fast and it’s causing its own problems.
Speed wobbles are dangerous. I can help you stabilise so you don't lose any gains you've made, and help ensure continuity happens in a more manageable way.