"What is business coaching and mentoring for small businesses?"

Business coaching and mentoring is a collaborative partnership where I work with you to unlock your business potential. Unlike consultants who tell you what to do, or business advisers who give generic advice, business coaching and mentoring helps you discover your own solutions while providing the guidance, accountability, and expertise you need. I draw on my 20+ years of real-world experience to help you navigate challenges, make better decisions, and implement strategies that work for your specific business. It's about building your confidence and capabilities so you can grow sustainably.

"How quickly will I see results from business coaching?"

While every business is different, most small business owners start seeing positive changes within the first few weeks of business coaching - whether that's better client conversations, more efficient processes, or increased enquiries. My business coaching focus is on sustainable growth, not quick fixes, but I always start with actions that can build your confidence quickly.

"What makes a good business coach for small businesses?"

A good business coach understands the unique challenges small business owners face. My business coaching approach combines 20+ years of real-world experience with practical strategies that work for businesses like yours. I focus on sales and marketing solutions that fit your capacity and style.

"Is business coaching really worth the investment?"

Think of business coaching as an investment in making your expertise more valuable. My business coaching clients typically recoup their investment through better clients and improved pricing within 4-8 months. More importantly, you're gaining skills and systems that will benefit your business for years to come.

"Is my business too small for this?"

Whether you're a solo practitioner or have a small team, if you're serious about growing your business, this is for you. We specialise in working with small business owners precisely because we understand your unique challenges and constraints.

"Do I need to know anything about marketing before starting business coaching?"

Not at all! My business coaching starts wherever you are and explains everything in plain English. The approach is about finding marketing activities that feel natural to you and your business - no technical jargon or complex strategies required.

"How is your business coaching different from other marketing advice?"

My business coaching focuses on practical, achievable steps rather than overwhelming theory. Everything I recommend in business coaching has been tested with real small businesses. I won't ask you to do anything that doesn't align with your values or feel authentic to you.

"What kind of support will I receive with business coaching?"

Beyond our regular business coaching sessions, you'll have email support for questions that come up between meetings. I'm here to help you think through decisions, review your materials, and keep you moving forward. You're never alone in this business coaching journey.

"What isn't business coaching and mentoring for small businesses?"

Business coaching and mentoring isn't about me taking over your business decisions or providing one-size-fits-all solutions. I'm not a consultant who delivers reports and disappears, nor a business adviser who offers generic recommendations. Business coaching and mentoring doesn't involve me running your marketing campaigns, managing your finances, or handling your day-to-day operations. Instead, it's about empowering you with the skills, systems, and confidence to make these decisions yourself. I won't give you complex theories or pushy sales tactics - everything we do together will feel authentic to you and your business.