Consulting Services Designed for Small Businesses
We offer three focused services addressing common challenges faced by startups and small businesses. Each engagement provides practical guidance you can implement immediately, at prices that make sense for your budget.
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Each service addresses a specific stage or challenge in building and growing a business. You might need just one, or a combination depending on your situation. All share the same commitment to honest guidance, transparent pricing, and practical outcomes.
Choose the service that matches where you are and what you need right now. We can discuss whether a different option might suit you better during our initial conversation.
Startup Foundation Session
A structured half-day conversation for founders in early stages, helping clarify ideas and identify practical next steps. We work through business model questions, market assumptions, and resource realities together.
What You'll Gain
- Clear understanding of your business model viability
- Documented insights from our discussion
- Prioritised action list for next steps
- Honest feedback including concerns about viability
£350
Half-day session
Suitable for:
Individuals exploring venture ideas or early-stage teams
Growth Planning Programme
A three-month engagement for established small businesses ready to expand thoughtfully. Monthly working sessions address specific challenges whilst building your capability to manage growth independently.
What's Included
- Comprehensive assessment of current operations
- Three monthly working sessions
- Email and call support between sessions
- Focus on staffing, systems, acquisition, or financial management
£1,800
Three-month programme
Suitable for:
Established small businesses ready to expand
Financial Health Review
An objective examination of your business finances for owners who suspect improvement is possible but lack clarity on where to focus. We analyse patterns, structures, and performance to identify opportunities.
What We Examine
- Cash flow patterns and working capital management
- Pricing structures and margin performance
- Cost allocations and efficiency opportunities
- Detailed report with implementable recommendations
£750 – £1,400
Based on business complexity
Suitable for:
Businesses seeking financial improvement clarity
Which Service Makes Sense for You?
Choose Foundation Session If:
- • You're exploring a business idea
- • You need clarity on viability
- • You want prioritised next steps
- • You're in very early stages
Choose Growth Programme If:
- • Your business is established
- • You're ready to expand
- • You face growth challenges
- • You want ongoing support
Choose Financial Review If:
- • You suspect financial inefficiencies
- • You need objective assessment
- • You're making big decisions
- • You want specific improvements
Still Uncertain?
We can discuss which service suits your situation during an initial conversation. Sometimes the right choice becomes clearer after we understand your specific circumstances. There's no obligation to proceed if we determine a different approach would serve you better.
Discuss Your NeedsCommon Questions About Our Services
Can I combine services?
Yes. Some clients start with a Foundation Session and later engage for Growth Planning. Others combine a Financial Review with ongoing growth support. We'll recommend what makes sense for your situation.
What if I'm not sure which service I need?
Our initial conversation helps clarify this. We'll ask questions about your situation and recommend the most appropriate service. If none of our offerings suit your needs, we'll tell you honestly.
Do you work with businesses outside Bristol?
Yes. Whilst we're based in Bristol and work extensively across the South West and Wales, we can work with businesses elsewhere in the UK. Most engagements involve some remote work alongside in-person sessions.
What preparation is required?
Minimal. We'll ask you to prepare specific information relevant to your engagement, but we keep requirements reasonable. Your time should be spent on your business, not preparing elaborate documentation for consultants.
How quickly can we start?
Usually within one to two weeks after our initial conversation, depending on both our schedules. We maintain capacity to respond reasonably quickly to new enquiries.
Ready to Discuss Which Service Fits Your Needs?
The best way to determine which service makes sense is through a straightforward conversation about your business and current challenges. We'll recommend the most appropriate option—or let you know if something else would serve you better.
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