Build a business that takes less out of you
Not one that wears you down
Capable. Committed. Flat out?
I work with owner-led businesses where the work keeps flowing, but the pressure keeps building.
On the surface, things look fine. But profit is unclear. Decisions feel more uncertain than they should. Too much still depends on you.
This usually raises the same questions; Why is the business not more profitable? Where is the cash going? How can I make the business less dependent on me?
My role is to help you understand what's really happening, decide what matters most, and put simple structure around it so the business becomes easier to run.
What I help with
Where is my profit going?
Understand what your numbers are actually telling you
Profit improvement
Most owners don't need more ideas.
They need a clearer view of what is actually happening in the business, what's helping, what's hurting, and what needs attention first.
That's usually where I start.
Understand your numbers properly
A fixed-fee financial review gives you a clear picture of where profit is being made and lost, how cash moves through your business, and what to focus on first.
It's the natural starting point, and it stands on its own regardless of what comes next.
How it works
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We review your financials
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We graph the trends to understand what's been happening
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We identify where things are heading if nothing changes
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We explore scenarios that could improve the outcome
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We choose one and agree on how to get there
The result is a clearer picture of your business and a practical path to better profit. Most owners find it changes how they see their business within a week.
What this looks like in practice
Larry
Trade business — $1M turnover
Moved from barely breaking even to $200,000 profit.
No new customers. No additional staff.
Sue and Peter
Service business — 20 years operating
Generated $240,000 profit on $640,000 in sales in a single quarter.
No extra work — just less friction.
Michael
Service business — $10M+ turnover
Over $500,000 in profit improvement identified in the first week.
Without touching revenue.
I should be able to figure this out myself. Do I really need help?
Most of the owners I work with are capable of figuring things out by themselves.
The issue is not ability. It is time, pressure, and the cost of trial and error.
My job is to shorten the path and keep you focused on what actually moves the business forward.
FAQs
Is this right for my business?
I work with established owner-led businesses, usually doing between $750K and $3M in annual sales.
If you're busy but not seeing the profit you expected, you're likely a good fit..
What do I get from the financial review?
A clear view of profit, cash flow, and what to focus on first.
You’ll leave with a small number of actions that make a difference.
How much does it cost?
It’s a fixed fee. Simple and upfront..
Will this turn into a long consulting engagement?
No. The review stands on its own.
You decide what happens next.
Do I need to have my books in perfect shape first?
No. We work with what you have and focus on what matters.
Breakeven & Profit Scenario Calculator
See the profit potential in your business
Use three simple numbers to work out your breakeven, your margin, and what happens when things change. Takes five minutes.