The Business Soundcheck
Get your business in tune!
Is your business hitting the right notes? Or does it feel like something is a bit off key?
Just like musicians need to soundcheck before a performance, it’s important to set time aside to check on your business and take those moments to pause, adjust, and make sure everything is working in harmony.
No, I’m not a musician but I have worked in the music industry and I’m constantly listening to music, so I thought I’d throw in some musical puns!
What is a Business Soundcheck?
It’s dedicated time to work on your business. It’s more than just a conversation, it’s time to listen to what’s really going on. Together, we will look at what’s working well and what needs fine tuning to get everything playing perfectly together.
Think of it as a business MOT mixed with future planning because it’s a mix of auditing and strategy. It’s an opportunity to look at where your business is now and where you want it to be so that you know what needs to happen and when.
It's the "B side" of the business.
From speaking to clients, this is what I often see:
Creatives
- Amazing creatives who are passionate about what they do but as soon as we talk about the “business” side of things, there’s a tendency to want to avoid it for fear of rigidity and stifling creativity.
- Freelancers wanting to grow but worried about how to achieve that in a way that works for them.
- People who are passionate about what they do, they have amazing ideas but can often get caught up with perfectionism and/or creative blocks due to mindset.
- Those who feel stuck between client work and developing their own projects.
- Creative minds who are innovative with their ideas but struggle to know how to market their business to potential clients.
Leaders
- Epic leaders who have clear goals but get caught up in all the noise because they’re trying to do everything but have zero headspace for thinking clearly.
- Business owners and entrepreneurs with growing businesses but with limited business knowledge or a specialist in one particular area and therefore without an understanding for the foundations.
- Those ready to launch a new offer but unclear about what to consider such as how to market and price it.
- Leaders and entrepreneurs wanting to grow a team but unsure where to start and how to manage it.
- People ready to work differently because they recognise that the way they’ve always done things isn’t working.
Working collaboratively
Whether you’re a creative professional or a leader, the Business Soundcheck will give you clarity, structure and an actionable plan to move forward.
Choose between a half-day or a full-day session, online or in-person. You’ll choose the areas of your business that you want to focus on and we will look at it piece by piece.
Here are some ideas of what we can discuss and review:
- Business foundations: Define your mission, vision and values to align to everything you do.
- Goals and aspirations: Develop a plan that's bespoke to you.
- Business operations: Look at what's working well and what needs to change.
- Projects: Review and identify which ones work for you.
- Marketing: Assess what's the right approach for you you to reach your target customer/client.
- Growth: Examine your current way of working.
- The customer journey: Look at all the steps involved in the process from start to finish.
Choose your session.
Half-day Soundcheck
Perfect for focusing on specific challenges.
Practical solutions you can implement immediately.
Clear action plan with timelines.
Time: 3 hours
£397.00
Full-day Soundcheck
In-depth review of your business.
Connecting the dots between different areas of your business.
Detailed, step-by-step plan to help you move forward.
Time: 6 hours
£797.00
Both options include:
Pre-session questionnaire to maximise on time.
A bespoke action plan.
30-minute follow-up call to track progress.
Payment plans available.
Why work with me?
Hi, I’m Louisa and I’m not your typical business strategist. Having worked in a multitude of different industries and a variety of different types of businesses, I understand how to mix with creativity with strategy effectively.
I dislike rigid approaches because life can throw curve balls, so I won’t give you a generic plan, together we will create something that works for you and your way thinking and working.
What makes me different?
- I pay attention to the unspoken word. I notice what you're not saying and spot opportunities.
- I understand different worlds. Having worked with creatives, leaders and entrepreneurs, I know how to bring visions to life.
- I'm practical but flexible. I will play devil's advocate and challenge your thinking as we create plans designed to how your operate.
- I adapt to you. Whether you're a creative who wants flexibility and accountability or a leader who needs clear structures and deadlines, I'll work in a way that suits you.
- I've seen behind the scenes of many businesses. I've gained lots of knowledge and expertise and recognise what works and what doesn't leading to innovative ideas and outcomes.
