Myth

Truth

My start-up is in too much of an infant-stage

What a perfect time to get things right the first time, instead of the costly “school fees” of trial and error experience.

My business is too established

So many established businesses find it harder to implement change

My business is too small

In small businesses, every role needs to be as efficient as possible, because, chances are, everyone is multi-tasking but not getting everything done right

My business is too big

Big business makes it far too easy for loafers and dead wood to go undetected

The economy is too weak

A business consultant can help you develop a deeper understanding of the market and prevailing conditions

I built this business from the ground up

It is much harder to step back and analyse in detail the strengths, weaknesses, and scope for improvement when you and your business are completely ingrained and you have the input of a new objective set of eyes

This is a practical / technical / [fill in the blank] business – no time for arty nonsense

No matter what sector or industry, branding and marketing needs to be used to the best effect to continue to drive your business forward

I am proudly 100% hands-on

While that is great, it is all too easy for business owners to take on too much responsibility, instead of creating a plan of action for the longevity of the business

Again I am proudly 100% hands-on

Another risk associated with taking on too much responsibility is that business owners often end up working too much IN their business, rather than ON their businesses

Surely I know how and when to make crucial decisions

Peter Drucker said, “Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.”  We don’t doubt your courage, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. A business consultant can put forward various scenarios when it is time to make important decisions, which you can leverage for success