Business development to increase revenue and growth

Starting at

$

100

/hr

About this service

Summary

I offer a holistic, data-driven approach to help businesses manage cash flow, reduce costs, and promote sustainable growth through tailored strategies. By focusing on the 3 Ps—People, Product, and Price—I create customised solutions that align teams, optimise product portfolios, and implement strategic pricing models to drive profitability and efficiency. What sets me apart is my ability to integrate financial planning with advanced operational insights, ensuring your business not only achieves short-term wins but is also equipped for long-term resilience and adaptability in a constantly evolving market. My hands-on approach and extensive experience ensure that every recommendation is practical, actionable, and tailored to meet your business's specific goals.

Process

Initial Consultation and Discovery (1-2 Weeks)
People Needed: Business owner, key decision-makers, financial team.
Information Required: Company financial statements, operational data, workforce structure, product portfolio, pricing models.
Process: Begin with an in-depth consultation to understand the client’s business, their specific challenges, and goals. Gather essential financial and operational data, including profit and loss (P&L) statements, product margins, workforce roles, and pricing strategies. This step identifies the business's pain points and areas for optimisation.
2. Research and Analysis (2-3 Weeks)
People Needed: Financial analysts, data analysts, operations managers.
Information Required: Market data, competitor analysis, customer behaviour, supply chain information.
Process: Conduct thorough research and analysis of the gathered data. Analyse financial performance, product profitability, market trends, and competitor positioning. The goal is to highlight inefficiencies in cash flow, workforce utilisation, product lifecycle, and pricing strategy. This stage helps form a clear understanding of where improvements are necessary.
3. Strategy Development (1-2 Weeks)
People Needed: Strategy team, financial consultants, marketing team.
Information Required: Analysis results from step 2, customer segmentation data, revenue projections.
Process: Develop tailored strategies focused on the 3 Ps: People, Product, and Price. Propose workforce restructuring if necessary, product portfolio optimisation, and pricing adjustments. These strategies are designed to improve cash flow management, reduce operational costs, and enhance profitability. Each proposal includes detailed recommendations for implementation.
4. Implementation Planning (1-2 Weeks)
People Needed: Business leadership, financial managers, operations team, HR.
Information Required: Current operational processes, team structures, sales data.
Process: Create a detailed implementation plan, including timelines, responsibilities, and KPIs. This plan outlines how to execute the recommended strategies, including changes to team structures, product management, pricing models, and financial monitoring systems. The objective is to ensure that all stakeholders understand their roles and how the strategies will improve overall business efficiency.
5. Financial Modelling and Forecasting (2-3 Weeks)
People Needed: Financial analysts, accounting team.
Information Required: Historical financial data, projected revenue, expense breakdowns.
Process: Build financial models to forecast the impact of the proposed strategies. These models project cash flow improvements, cost reductions, and revenue growth over time. This step provides a clear financial roadmap for the business and allows for adjustments before full implementation.
6. Workforce Optimisation and Training (2-4 Weeks)
People Needed: HR team, department heads, training specialists.
Information Required: Current workforce data, training needs, role descriptions.
Process: Implement changes in workforce structure, including reallocation of roles and responsibilities to align with new strategies. Provide training to ensure staff are equipped to adapt to changes in processes, technology, and operational goals. This stage helps improve productivity and ensures that staff are fully engaged in the transformation.
7. Product Portfolio Optimisation (3-4 Weeks)
People Needed: Product managers, sales team, supply chain managers.
Information Required: Product margins, sales history, customer feedback, inventory data.
Process: Optimise the product range by focusing on high-margin, high-demand items. Streamline the product lifecycle to reduce costs and improve profitability. This involves eliminating underperforming products and introducing new, high-potential offerings based on market demand and customer insights.
8. Pricing Strategy Optimisation (2-3 Weeks)
People Needed: Pricing analysts, sales and marketing team, financial managers.
Information Required: Competitor pricing, customer value perception, pricing models.
Process: Revise pricing strategies to align with market demands and customer value. Implement dynamic pricing where necessary, and adjust price points to maximise revenue without alienating customers. This stage aims to capture additional revenue through optimised pricing while maintaining competitiveness in the market.
9. Monitoring and Adjustment (Ongoing)
People Needed: Business leadership, financial analysts, operations team.
Information Required: Performance metrics, cash flow reports, sales data.
Process: Implement monitoring systems to track the performance of the new strategies. Regular reviews of cash flow, revenue, and operational efficiency will be conducted to ensure the business is on track to achieve the desired results. This stage allows for adjustments in real-time based on performance feedback and market changes.
10. Long-Term Financial Sustainability (Ongoing)
People Needed: Senior leadership, financial consultants, strategy team.
Information Required: Long-term financial goals, industry trends, ongoing business performance data.
Process: Develop a long-term plan to maintain financial sustainability. This includes setting up continuous financial reviews, forecasting market changes, and ensuring the business remains lean and adaptable. Regular updates to the strategies will ensure that the business remains competitive and financially stable as it grows.
Timeline Summary:
Small Businesses: 8-12 weeks for full implementation.
Medium to Large Businesses: 12-16 weeks, with ongoing monitoring and adjustments as needed.
This structured process ensures that businesses receive tailored, actionable strategies for managing cash flow, reducing costs, and fostering sustainable growth, while involving the necessary stakeholders at every stage.

FAQs

  • FAQ

    1. How will this process impact our business operations? The process is designed to optimise key areas such as cash flow, workforce management, and product development. It will streamline operations, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance financial sustainability without causing major disruptions to day-to-day activities. 2. How long will the implementation take? Depending on the size of the business, the process can take anywhere from 8 to 16 weeks. Smaller businesses may complete it faster, while larger companies will require more time due to complexity. 3. What kind of return on investment (ROI) can we expect? The expected ROI will vary based on your current inefficiencies and market conditions. However, businesses typically see improvements in cash flow, reduced operational costs, and long-term financial sustainability, leading to higher profitability. 4. What level of involvement is required from our internal teams? The involvement will primarily include senior leadership, finance, HR, and operations teams. While input is essential at key stages, we work to minimise disruption and ensure the process integrates smoothly with your current operations. 5. How will this process help improve cash flow? The process involves careful cash flow forecasting, optimised pricing strategies, and more efficient use of resources, all aimed at improving liquidity and ensuring that your business has the financial flexibility it needs. 6. Will this process require new technology or systems? In most cases, existing systems can be leveraged, though improvements or updates to financial monitoring and reporting tools may be recommended. Our goal is to integrate seamlessly with your current infrastructure. 7. How do you ensure that these changes are sustainable? We focus on creating scalable solutions that adapt as your business grows. By addressing the root causes of inefficiencies and implementing long-term strategies, the changes will be sustainable beyond the initial implementation. 8. What risks are involved in this process? Risks are minimal as the process is designed with a phased approach. Each step is thoroughly reviewed to ensure that it aligns with your goals and doesn't negatively impact your business. Monitoring and adjustments mitigate potential risks. 9. What happens if the recommendations don’t show the desired results? We provide continuous monitoring and adjustments throughout the implementation process. If the initial strategies do not deliver the expected outcomes, we refine the approach until it meets your business’s objectives. 10. How will this process help us stay competitive in the market? By optimising your resources, enhancing financial management, and improving operational efficiency, this process positions your business to react quickly to market changes and stay competitive in your industry.

What's included

  • People: Efficient resource allocation

    Conduct a thorough review of team structures and workloads to ensure optimal resource utilisation. By reallocating staff to roles where they can have the most impact, we reduce unnecessary staffing costs while ensuring each role contributes effectively to business growth. This ensures that your business operates lean and efficiently, without compromising on productivity or quality of service.

  • People: Up-skilling for future growth

    Introduce continuous learning and development programmes that equip your team with the skills they need for future business growth. This reduces the need for external recruitment by preparing your workforce for evolving business demands. By up-skilling internally, you create a more adaptable team capable of meeting new challenges, maintaining lean operations, and reducing recruitment and training costs.

  • People: Leadership development for lean operations

    Develop a leadership training programme that focuses on agile decision-making and driving team efficiency. Empowering leaders with the right skills allows them to manage teams more effectively, streamline processes, and reduce management overhead. This results in a more agile and responsive business that can adapt to changes quickly while maintaining lean operations and improving overall performance.

  • Product: Agile product Innovation

    Streamline your product development process by cutting unnecessary steps and focusing on delivering high-demand products quickly and cost-effectively. We implement a lean innovation methodology that ensures your product pipeline remains efficient, reducing time-to-market and minimising development costs. This keeps your business agile while ensuring that only the most profitable, market-relevant products are brought to market.

  • Product: Sustainable product lifecycle management

    Implement strategies to manage the entire product lifecycle efficiently, from concept to disposal. This involves reducing costs at every stage, ensuring that your products remain profitable throughout their life cycle. By focusing on long-term sustainability, we help you reduce wastage, optimise production costs, and focus on products with high profit margins, all while staying lean and financially sustainable.

  • Product: Smart inventory management

    Introduce advanced inventory management systems that allow you to predict demand more accurately, ensuring you only hold the stock that’s needed. By minimising overstocking and reducing holding costs, you improve cash flow while maintaining the ability to meet customer demand. This approach ensures that your inventory remains lean, optimising both space and capital use.

  • Price: Customised pricing strategy

    Develop a flexible pricing strategy based on in-depth analysis of customer segments and buying behaviours. By tailoring prices to different customer groups, we maximise revenue potential while staying competitive. This customised pricing strategy allows for a more personalised approach to pricing, helping to capture additional value without driving customers away, ultimately enhancing cash flow and profitability.

  • Price: Volume discounts to drive sales

    Implement a volume-based discount strategy to encourage customers to make larger purchases, thereby increasing cash flow and accelerating revenue. This strategy incentivises bulk buying, creating a win-win situation where customers benefit from lower unit costs while your business enjoys increased cash inflows. It also helps reduce inventory quickly and increases liquidity, supporting long-term financial sustainability.

  • Financial: Real-time financial monitoring

    Deploy a real-time financial monitoring system that tracks revenue, expenses, and cash flow with accuracy and immediacy. This system provides valuable insights into business performance, allowing you to respond quickly to inefficiencies, cash shortfalls, or opportunities for growth. By having real-time financial visibility, you can maintain financial health, avoid unexpected cash flow issues, and optimise operations to stay lean.

  • Financial: Scenario-based cash flow planning

    Develop comprehensive cash flow forecasts that consider various market scenarios, from best-case to worst-case conditions. This allows your business to plan for financial stability under any circumstance, ensuring that you maintain liquidity even in challenging times. By preparing for different scenarios, you are better positioned to manage risks, stay lean, and seize growth opportunities while safeguarding your financial sustainability.


Skills and tools

Growth Marketer
Business Development Specialist
Business Strategist
Adobe Suite
Canvas
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
PowerPoint

Industries

B2B
B2C

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