Business Consultancy

Business consultancy that fixes what’s not working

Hands-on, structured support to diagnose problems, sort your priorities, and put practical solutions in place across pricing, operations, delivery, and growth. Ideal if you are spinning plates, plateauing, or simply know things could run better.

Practical support to get your business working better

Running a business is a lot. You are making constant decisions, juggling multiple roles, and trying to grow while keeping the day-to-day moving. Most advice tells you to “work smarter” without showing you how.

Business consultancy gives you a clear, structured way to improve how your business actually runs. We look at what you are doing now, identify what is not working, and design practical changes you can implement without burning out.

This is not theoretical strategy. It is hands-on, accountable support to streamline how you operate, improve profitability, and make your business feel more sustainable. If you have ADHD or other neurodivergent traits, you will get clear structure, realistic steps, and systems that work with your brain rather than against it.

An external expert who spots what you cannot see

When you are deep in the day-to-day, it is hard to see the obvious fixes. You know something is off, but you cannot quite pin down what, or where to start. Consultancy gives you an external perspective that is honest, objective, and focused on getting results.

With Nicola, you get:

A systematic diagnosis of what is working and what is not
Someone who can see patterns, bottlenecks, and wasted effort
Straight-talking feedback without judgement or jargon
Practical solutions, templates, and systems you can actually use
Accountability and support while you implement changes

Some sessions are about thinking and prioritising, others are working sessions where you are mapping processes, restructuring pricing, or designing systems together. Most blend strategic thinking, consultancy, and light coaching so you get clarity and action.

What To Expect From Business Consultancy

Business consultancy is collaborative, focused, and built around your capacity. You are not handed a huge report and left to figure it out alone. You get a clear plan, practical support, and someone alongside you as things change.

You can expect:

A clear diagnosis of where your business is stuck
A prioritised roadmap instead of a never-ending to-do list
Better systems and processes so you are not the bottleneck
Pricing and offers that reflect your value and support profit
Smoother delivery and more consistent client experiences
Reduced overwhelm and more time for the work only you can do

How Consultancy Works With Nicola

Business consultancy is designed to work around your reality. You choose the rhythm and level of support you need, and it can flex as your business evolves. Everything starts with a focused deep dive so we are solving the right problems in the right order.

Start with a Deep Dive and Strategy Plan

Deep Dive Session + Strategy & Action Plan

£195

Before any ongoing work begins, we take a thorough look at your business. We unpack what is happening across pricing, operations, delivery, and growth, and identify the real issues behind the day-to-day noise.

You will leave with:

A clear diagnosis of what is and is not working
A prioritised roadmap of what to tackle first
Specific, practical actions you can start immediately
A written strategy and action plan you can follow or share with your team
A realistic view of what level of support will help you most

This session also lets both of you check that the working style feels right. Strong relationships lead to better decisions and faster progress.

Ongoing Consultancy Options

After your Deep Dive and Strategy Plan, you can choose the level of support that suits your goals, capacity, and budget.

All consultancy options are charged at £120 per hour

Fortnightly Sessions (recommended)

60–90 minute working sessions
Focus: progress review, problem-solving, and course correction
Best for: active implementation with regular check-ins

Monthly Sessions

60–90 minute strategic reviews
Best for: ongoing guidance with more independence between sessions
Focus: higher-level decisions, key priorities, and accountability

Project-Based Consultancy

Defined scope, clear deliverables, and a fixed quote
Best for: specific initiatives such as pricing overhauls, operational redesign, delivery improvements, or growth planning
Includes: project plan, implementation support, and documentation your team can use
Investment: custom quote based on scope

Ad-Hoc Consultancy

Minimum of 90mins
Book sessions as and when you need focused input
Best for: specific challenges, decisions, or “one big problem” you want to work through quickly

VIP Intensive Days

Full VIP Intensive Day

£699

Full day (6–7 hours) or two half-days

Ideal for full business diagnostics, rapid problem-solving, operational overhauls, pricing restructures, or systems design

Includes pre-work, intensive working time, a detailed implementation plan, and two 30-minute follow-up calls

Six-Month Strategic Sprint

£399

Half day (3–3.5 hours) focused on a specific challenge

Ideal for targeted diagnostics, pricing reviews, or process fixes

Includes pre-session review, a focused working session, and a 30-minute follow-up call

Your Business Coach

Nicola Edwards
Business Consultant, Accountability Coach and Lead Generation & Sales Specialist

Business Consultant, Accountability Coach, and Lead Generation & Sales Specialist

With more than 20 years of business experience and lived experience of ADHD, Nicola combines empathy, structure, and straight-talking support. She has worked across major organisations and small businesses, so she understands both the big-picture strategy and the realities of limited time, budget, and headspace.

Clients often describe working with her as “having a supportive business partner without giving away shares”. You get someone who understands how your brain works, who will be honest about what needs to change, and who will help you put practical systems in place so you can stop firefighting and start building.

Who Business Consultancy Is Ideal For

Small business owners ready to grow

You have built something that works, but growth feels messy or stalled. You know there are better ways to run things and want expert support to improve profitability, efficiency, and delivery without doubling your workload.

Founders juggling too many roles

You are the planner, salesperson, delivery lead, admin team, and problem solver. Things rely too heavily on you and there is no clear system. You need processes that mean work does not grind to a halt when you take a day off.

Neurodivergent entrepreneurs wanting practical support

You do not need vague motivation. You need structure, clear next steps, and someone who understands executive function challenges. Consultancy gives you practical systems, realistic timelines, and support that respects how your brain works.

Businesses hitting a ceiling or stuck in chaos

Revenue has plateaued, operations feel chaotic, pricing is messy, or delivery quality is inconsistent. You suspect the problems are fixable, but you cannot see how. Consultancy helps you identify the root causes and make targeted changes that actually move the needle.

What we will focus on together

Operations and systems

Streamlining workflows and cutting out unnecessary steps
Designing processes that reduce chaos and errors
Building systems that work without you being involved in everything

Pricing and offers

Reviewing pricing so it properly reflects your value
Developing pricing models and packages that support profit
Positioning your offers so the right clients see the value

Delivery and client experience

Improving how you deliver your services or products
Creating consistency so clients receive a reliable experience
Making sure nothing falls through the cracks as you grow

Growth and sustainability

Identifying realistic growth opportunities based on your capacity
Building foundations that support scaling without burnout
Focusing on profitable growth, not just “more for the sake of it”

FAQs

Do I need clear goals to start?

No — absolutely not. Many clients come to coaching precisely because they don’t have a clear sense of their goals. That’s often what we work on first. Sometimes you need coaching to figure out what you actually want, not just how to get there. We can figure it out together.

Is there a contract or commitment?

There are no long-term contracts, but all coaching packages require a minimum monthly commitment with sessions pre-scheduled in advance and paid upfront. This structure is what makes coaching effective — having regular thinking space booked in ensures you actually work on your business strategy. You can adjust your package frequency (move from weekly to fortnightly, etc.) or pause as needed, but the commitment to regular sessions is what creates breakthrough thinking.

How is this different from business consultancy?

Coaching is primarily about helping you find your own answers through questions, exploration, and guided thinking. Consultancy is about providing expert advice and solutions based on my experience. However, I’m flexible — if you’re really struggling and need me to tell you what I think, I can shift into consultancy mode within your coaching session. You’re paying for my time to help you, and I’ll use whatever approach serves you best in the moment. Many sessions blend both — coaching to explore, consultancy when you need answers, and accountability to ensure follow-through.

How is business coaching different from accountability support?

Accountability is primarily about helping you follow through on actions you’ve already identified. Coaching is about exploring, problem-solving, gaining understanding, and figuring out what those actions should be. Many clients benefit from both — coaching to work through challenges and develop direction, accountability to ensure follow-through. They complement each other beautifully.

What if I'm not sure whether I need coaching or consultancy?

That’s completely ok — and exactly what the discovery call is for. We’ll discuss your situation and I’ll recommend the best approach. Sometimes clients start with coaching and add consultancy when they need specific expertise. Sometimes they want pure consultancy. Often it’s a blend. We’ll figure out what serves you best.

Can you coach me on things outside of business?

Yes, to an extent. Business challenges are often intertwined with personal challenges — confidence, relationships, work-life balance, health, neurodivergent struggles. If it’s affecting your business, it’s relevant to coaching. However, I’m not a therapist. If you need therapeutic support for mental health challenges, I’ll recommend you work with an appropriate professional alongside business coaching.

What if I need to cancel a session?

Life happens. Just let me know as soon as possible. For regular scheduled sessions, we can usually reschedule. For ad-hoc bookings, cancellation terms will be clear at the time of booking. The goal is flexibility whilst respecting both our time.

Do you work with young people exploring career options?

Yes! I work with young adults and school leavers (typically 16+) who are exploring career direction, considering starting a business, or navigating the transition from education to work. This is particularly valuable for neurodivergent young people who may struggle with traditional career paths. Sessions can be the same format as business coaching but focused on career exploration and confidence building.

What happens in a typical coaching session?

Every session is different because it’s led by what you need. Typically we’ll start by checking in on where you are, explore the challenge or question you’ve brought, work through it using questions and frameworks, and end with a clear sense of your next steps. Some sessions are pure coaching — helping you think things through. Others might need me to shift into consultancy mode and give you direct answers. Accountability is woven throughout — I’ll follow up on commitments and help you stay on track. You’re paying for my time and expertise in whatever form helps you most. You set the agenda.

How long do people typically work with a business coach?

It varies widely. Some clients work with me intensively for 3-6 months around specific goals. Others maintain ongoing coaching for years because they value the regular strategic thinking space. Many start with weekly sessions during intensive periods, move to fortnightly as they gain momentum, and eventually maintain monthly sessions once they’re established. All packages require pre-scheduled sessions to maintain the structure that creates progress.

Can I combine coaching with your other services?

Absolutely — and in fact, flexibility is built into coaching sessions. Within a single coaching session, I can blend coaching (helping you think), consultancy (giving you answers when you’re stuck), and accountability (following up on commitments). You’re paying for my time and expertise to help you in whatever way serves you best. Many clients also maintain separate accountability support packages for intensive follow-through support, or engage me for specific consultancy projects. We can create whatever combination works for your needs.

What if I have ADHD or other neurodivergent traits?

That’s actually a strength in coaching with me. As someone with combined ADHD, I understand executive function challenges, time blindness, rejection sensitivity, perfectionism paralysis, and all the other joys of neurodivergence. I can coach you in ways that work with your brain, not against it. I won’t suggest strategies that sound good but you know won’t work for you.

What makes your business coaching different?

Several things:

Flexible Approach: Primarily coaching-focused, but I’ll shift to consultancy or accountability when that’s what you need
Lived Experience: I have ADHD and 20+ years of business experience, so I understand both business and neurodivergent challenges
Practical + Mindset: I work on both the thinking challenges and can provide expert advice when needed
Accountability Built In: Following up on commitments and supporting you to get things done is part of every coaching relationship
Neurodiversity Informed: Everything I do accounts for different thinking styles and needs
Real Support: You’re paying for my time to help you — I’ll use whatever approach serves you best in the moment

How do I know if I'm ready for coaching?

You’re ready for coaching if:

You’re willing to be honest about what’s not working
You’re open to trying new approaches
You’re prepared to take action (even imperfect action)
You want to invest in yourself and your business
You’re looking for support, not someone to do it for you

You don’t need to have everything figured out. You don’t need to be “ready” in any other way. If you’re willing to engage in the process, coaching can help.

Get Started

Ready for practical, hands-on support to get your business running more smoothly and profitably?

Schedule a free consultation and let’s make things happen!