Strategy & Planning for Business Growth

A successful business is built on a clear vision, well-defined missions, and strong values.

Our Growth Strategy and Planning service is tailored to help businesses define their purpose and set a path for long-term success.

Change is often the catalyst to this improvement.

  • Your Vision, Mission, and Values

    CONSTRUCT A COMPELLING NARRATIVE THAT EFFECIVELY CONVEYS YOUR BUSINESSES PURPOSE AND DIRECTION TO LEAD YOU FORWARD.

    A well-defined Vision, representing your business's reason for existence, is crucial but often misunderstood by owners, stakeholders, or customers, and sometimes entirely absent. A clear Vision is foundational to achieving business success.

    When aligned with focused Missions—explaining what you intend to accomplish and the approach to achieve it—your business is strategically geared for success.

    Incorporating a set of memorable Values—defining the principles guiding your business as it pursues its Missions and Vision—will lead to long term success.

    Involving your staff in this process will lead to a positive team culture and pride in achieving the outcomes articulated in the Business Plan.

  • Business Goal Setting

    ESTABLISH CLEAR AND ACHIEVABLE GOALS THAT ALIGN WITH YOUR LONG TERM VISION FOR SUCCESS.

    Without clear targets, achieving meaningful outcomes is impossible.

    Goals that resonate with your Vision, Mission, and Values are more likely to yield the desired results, provided the owners are fully committed to them.

    When employees are engaged in setting and understanding these goals, they can see how their efforts contribute to the business’s overall success.

    Achieving meaningful goals doesn’t happen by accident; it requires thoughtful planning and exceptional execution.

    The financial benefits of this process drive growth, help retain top talent, and ensure the owners receive appropriate returns on their investment and efforts.

  • Business Plan Development

    DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE BUSINESS PLAN THAT CREATES A ROAD MAP FOR GROWTH AND SUCCESS.

    Many businesses lack a business plan or have one that is outdated, which is often a significant factor in their failure.

    Your business plan should clearly outline who will do what, how, and when over the next 12 months to meet your goals and advance your organization toward its Vision and Missions.

    A well-crafted business plan provides clarity and direction for owners, stakeholders, and staff, supports decision-making, helps allocate resources, identifies potential risks, and establishes a framework for review and accountability.

    It’s your guide to reaching your goals in the most effective way possible!

  • Accountability to Success

    DEVELOP SYSTEMS AND TOOLS THAT PROMOTE ACCOUNTABILITY AT ALL LEVELS IN YOUR ORGANISATION.

    Success in top-performing businesses comes from being highly systematic, with intentional design and process at the core, not chance.

    Whether you’re a sole trader or running a large company, delivering your product or service consistently and to a high standard is critical to success. Effective systems, thorough training, and a commitment to continuous improvement are crucial for driving growth.

    These systems should be easy to use and foster, rather than stifle, creativity. They are crucial for knowledge sharing and protecting the intellectual property within your business, and can become significant assets if you consider expansion or selling the business down the line.

  • Advice and Support

    Utilise my expertise to ensure the effective implementation of your strategic plan.

    The first step is appreciating the value of investing in strategy and planning for your business, with clear evidence of the financial benefits.

    Then, make the commitment to take your business to a higher level of professionalism and performance.

    If you lack the skills, experience, or time to manage this process on your own, I’m here to help you reach your goals.

    My recent and extensive experience in this field offers the guidance you need. Let’s begin by discussing your needs in person, over the phone, or via Teams.

    If you’re ready to move forward, please get in touch.

  • Steve has been part of our team for over 15 years and has helped us hugely with both of our businesses. He is now one of our Trustees. We can call on him at any time for some guidance or where needed, and get him involved with things we need more help with.

    Brad and Moana Williams, Halswell Butchery and Body Fix Gym

  • Starting our new business and buying another one was made easy with Steve’s help and guidance. The guidance on how to go about evaluating the business, working out how much it was worth and then negotiating the terms was invaluable.

    Stuart McIlwain, Embark Solutions

  • Steve very quickly impressed us and drove, what at times, what was a difficult development project. His tenacity and attention to detail helped us navigate a path to put the project in a position to be successful.

    Julian Bowden, CEO Mainland Football (past)

  • Steve constantly thinks outside the square, and looks at obstacles as challenges to overcome. He is a clear and logical thinker and is able to impart his wisdom in an open way and with clarity and precision.

    Chris Rodda QSM, Retired Board Member, Christchurch Netball Centre

  • As a consultant Steve is thorough and highly professional. He is also one of the better Directors I have worked with. His financial and commercial background is supported by a rare mix of detail consciousness and big picture strategic thinking.

    Stewart Mitchell, retired Chair of NZ Rugby, and Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association