For those in the market for Business Advice, here are some helpful tips:
Always ask what experience the prospective advisor has in building a successful business outside of their current practice.
Ask what mistakes they made in their business, what those mistakes cost them and what they learned from these mistakes.
Ask what specific experiences they have with your type of business and the challenges you face.
Check that you will receive one-on-one sessions. Productive, focused time together will accelerate results and save you time and money in the long run, faster than any generic program.
Make sure your advisor will customise their focus on the needs of your business. This should start with a review of your business to identify blind spots and opportunities.
Ensure you can build a strong, open relationship with your advisor. Mutual trust, respect and belief in their advice are critical.
Ask if your advisor has a network of proven contacts they will share with you to save you time, money and the frustration associated with finding quality service providers.
