Entrepreneurial leaders often find themselves caught in a whirlwind of busyness, investing long hours to manage their responsibilities. However, this perpetual activity can inadvertently hinder peak performance.

The Pareto principle, also known as the 80/20 rule, suggests that a mere 20% of your efforts contribute to an astounding 80% of your overall value. Conversely, the remaining 80% of your actions yield only a modest 20% of the results. Our mission is to help you pinpoint your critical 20%—the core activities that truly matter. By laser-focusing on key elements, you can streamline your efforts and ultimately supercharge your performance while working fewer hours.

As seasoned executives with decades of real-world experience, we bring a unique perspective to the table. As peers, we dive into the actual pain points your company faces. Our goal? Engage in candid discussions that unearth solutions, addressing these challenges head-on.

Below are several ways we empower you to take it to the next level:

  • Strategic Prioritization

As a top executive, we assist you in identifying the most impactful tasks within your responsibilities. By focusing on the critical 20%, you’ll achieve more with less effort. Additionally, we provide guidance on effectively delegating tasks that fall within the 80%—those that yield modest results. Empowering your team members to handle routine work frees up your time for high-impact activities.

  • External Sounding Board

In the dynamic world of business, where novel ideas and strategic shifts abound, careful consideration is essential before presenting them to executive staff and board members. As an effective sounding board, we play a pivotal role in this process. Our mission? To catalyze the discovery of fresh ideas and construct robust strategies. Put simply, we assist you in finding ways to accelerate growth and achieve both immediate and long-term impact.

  • Corporate Mindset

As your company evolves and expands, entrepreneurial leaders must navigate a delicate balance. On one hand, they need to embrace a more corporate mindset, aligning with the organization’s DNA to unlock its fullest potential. However, there’s a risk of becoming overly rigid, drifting away from the entrepreneurial spirit that fueled your company’s initial success. Fear not—we specialize in cultivating a growth-oriented mindset that reignites the essential “special sauce” which made your company exceptional in the first place.

  • Entrepreneurial M&A

The business landscape often demands strategic moves such as selling, merging, or acquiring other companies. When that time comes, we’re here to guide you. Our expertise lies in planning and preparing your company to be irresistibly attractive to both buyers and sellers. Leaving money on the table? Not on our watch. Your future self will undoubtedly thank you for making informed decisions during this critical phase.

Resonating Circumstances

Your company’s revenue plateaued which is frustrating when there is huge growth potential. Time is ticking as expenses increase and cash burns.

Internally, assistance is limited as your Board of Directors and Management Team are lacking the knowledge and experience your organization now requires.

Externally, your accountant, lawyer, and banker are trusted confidants, but each is offering anecdotal experience running a company. Mentors, business books, conferences, and professional groups give valuable insight, but none are providing the answers you need.

As imposter syndrome is becoming louder, you repeatedly ask yourself, “How am I going to take this organization to the next level?”

We help you take it.

“Becoming a CEO is unexpectedly lonely.”

— Mary Barra, CEO, General Motors