How I Help
I work with founders and small business owners who want clarity, momentum and better strategic decisions.
How I Help
I work with founders and small business owners who want clarity, momentum and better strategic decisions.
I work with founders and small business owners who want clarity, momentum, and better strategic decisions.
Some are just starting out and need help testing an idea or shaping their first steps.
Some are growing and trying to turn activity into sustainable profitability.
Some are thinking about exit — and want to do it on their terms.
WHAT I OFFER
This isn’t coaching, and it’s not theory. It’s practical, honest support from someone who’s built businesses across very different sectors — and learned what really matters.
I work 1:1 with clients to:
- Shape and test early-stage business ideas
- Improve profitability, pricing, and margin
- Navigate team issues, hiring, and operations
- Solve funding problems and manage cash flow
- Prepare for exit — or closure — the right way
I also act as a trusted partner when you’re wrestling with a decision — hiring, funding, product changes, profitability issues. Sometimes you just need a sounding board. I’m always up for a phone call to help think something through.
HOW IT WORKS
Start-Up Evaluation
Got an idea but not sure if it’s viable? I help you assess demand, pressure-test assumptions, and shape a realistic plan. Whether you’re pivoting from something else or starting from scratch, I’ll bring structure to the creative chaos — through deep questioning, simple modelling, and clear priorities.
Package to include
Idea proposition,customer need,commercial viability,sustainability,funding potential,scaleability,market potential ,ease of exit and lifestyle considerations
From £350
Startup Strategy
You have an idea that has passed your evaluation criteria but how do i bring it to market?
Package to include
Outline business plan,marketing ,cash flow, funding strategy, path to break even,, competitor analysis,revenue modeling, customer acquisition
Scale-Up Strategy
Already trading, but feeling stuck or overstretched? I help you cut through the noise and focus on what really moves things along margin, pricing, team, operations, and cash. The aim: to build something that’s profitable, sustainable, and doesn’t burn you out.
Package to include
Customer analysis, margin expansion,employee structure,cost analysis technology opportunities,cashflow and funding,brand strength,data analysis, product development and acquistion ++
Cost from £500
Exit Strategy
When it’s time to sell or wind down I help you do it on your terms. From defining your ideal outcome and preparing the business, to finding buyers and supporting negotiations, I’m with you at every step. I’ve done it myself including one eight-figure sale and I’ll help you avoid the common pitfalls and exit well.
Opportunities
Identify assets,personal goals,trade sale,break up,buyout,family succession,gradual earn out, equity/cash sale,wind down and liquidation++
Cost from £400
Preparation
Financial records, key employees, key customers, asset integrity, IP, exit justification, legal and accountancy partners, exhibit cost control, growth trajectory++
Cost from £500
How I help
Start-Up Evaluation
Got an idea but not sure if it’s viable? I help you assess demand, pressure-test assumptions, and shape a realistic plan.
Scale-Up Strategy
Already trading, but feeling stuck? I can help you cut through the noise and focus on what really gets you growing.
Exit Planning
When it’s time to sell or wind down, I help you do it on your terms and realise a payout for all your hard work.
WHAT I OFFER
This isn’t coaching, and it’s not theory. It’s practical, honest support from someone who’s built businesses across very different sectors — and learned what really matters.
I work 1:1 with clients to:
- Shape and test early-stage business ideas
- Improve profitability, pricing, and margin
- Navigate team issues, hiring, and operations
- Solve funding problems and manage cash flow
- Prepare for exit — or closure — the right way
I also act as a trusted partner when you’re wrestling with a decision — hiring, funding, product changes, profitability issues. Sometimes you just need a sounding board. I’m always up for a phone call to help think something through.
HOW IT WORKS
I keep things simple:
- £120/hour
- No long contracts
- No pressure to continue unless we both agree it’s valuable
Some clients book one-off sessions. Others come back when something important comes up. A few work with me more regularly. It’s entirely up to you.
This is about creating value — not tying you up in process. I only take on work if I believe I can help.
If you’re looking for thoughtful, real-world advice from someone who’s been there — I’d love to hear from you.
Transparent Pricing
My rate is simple and fair:
Standard rate £120 / hour
Half day (4 hours) £400
Full day ( 8 hours) £750
Regular scheduled £100/hr
No retainers, no confusion, no hard sell. Just honest advice, delivered when and where it helps most.
What you can expect
- Straight answers, not sales talk
- Strategic thinking grounded in real experience
- A collaborative, honest working style
- Practical help that actually moves the needle
If you’re
- Starting something new and not sure where to begin
- Growing, but unsure what to focus on next
- Thinking about selling, but want to do it right