Startup consulting services

Services Designed for Your Stage

Whether you're just starting out, preparing for investment, or navigating growth challenges, we offer support tailored to where you are in your startup journey.

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Three Ways We Support Founders

Each service addresses different needs and stages of the startup journey. Many founders begin with one and later engage with others as their circumstances evolve.

Startup Foundation Programme

Startup Foundation Programme

A structured eight-week programme for entrepreneurs at the earliest stages of their venture. Work through business model refinement, market validation, and practical planning to build a comprehensive pitch document and operational roadmap.

Ideal For:

  • First-time founders
  • Pre-launch ventures
  • Those needing structured guidance
£1,600 per programme
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Investor Readiness Preparation

Investor Readiness Preparation

Focused support for startups approaching funding conversations. Review your proposition, financial projections, and presentation materials with critical but constructive perspective to prepare you thoroughly for investor meetings.

Ideal For:

  • Ventures seeking funding
  • Those with initial traction
  • Founders preparing to pitch
£1,200 per engagement
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Founder Mentoring

Founder Mentoring

Ongoing one-to-one support for startup founders navigating the challenges of building a new business. Regular sessions provide space to discuss decisions, troubleshoot problems, and maintain perspective during demanding periods.

Ideal For:

  • Solo founders
  • Those in new industries
  • Founders wanting ongoing support
£450 per month
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Not Sure Which Service Fits?

We're happy to discuss your situation and recommend the most appropriate option. There's no obligation to proceed, and the conversation helps clarify which approach would serve you best.

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What You Can Expect

Personalised Attention

Every engagement is tailored to your specific situation. We don't apply generic templates but rather adapt our approach to address your unique challenges and goals.

Practical Frameworks

You receive tools and frameworks you can apply independently. Our goal is building your capabilities, not creating dependency on ongoing consulting support.

Honest Feedback

We provide constructive challenge alongside support. Sometimes the most valuable guidance involves questioning assumptions or identifying blind spots in your thinking.

Flexible Scheduling

We understand founders have demanding schedules. Sessions can be arranged to fit around your commitments, including evening and weekend options when needed.

Confidentiality

Everything discussed remains confidential. We understand the sensitive nature of startup planning and maintain strict confidentiality throughout our engagement.

Network Access

Where appropriate, we make introductions to relevant contacts in our network. These connections often prove valuable for partnerships, advice, or opportunities.

Comparing Our Services

Feature Foundation Programme Investor Readiness Founder Mentoring
Duration 8 weeks 4-6 weeks Ongoing monthly
Session Frequency Weekly 2-3 per week Monthly
Best Stage Pre-launch or early Seeking funding Any stage
Primary Focus Business model validation Pitch preparation Ongoing challenges
Deliverables Business plan & roadmap Pitch deck & materials Guidance & frameworks
Investment £1,600 £1,200 £450/month

These services can be combined or sequenced based on your needs. Many founders start with the Foundation Programme, later engage Investor Readiness support, and maintain ongoing Mentoring relationships.

Choosing the Right Service

Choose Foundation Programme If:

  • You're at the very beginning of your startup journey
  • You need help validating your business model
  • You want structured guidance through the early stages
  • You're a first-time founder learning the ropes

Choose Investor Readiness If:

  • You're planning to approach investors soon
  • You have some traction but need funding to scale
  • Your pitch needs refinement before investor meetings
  • You want perspective from both sides of the investment table

Choose Founder Mentoring If:

  • You're a solo founder wanting regular support
  • You face ongoing strategic decisions and challenges
  • You value having an experienced sounding board
  • You're entering unfamiliar territory or new markets

Still Uncertain?

Let's have a conversation about your situation. We can discuss which service would be most appropriate, or whether a combination might serve you best.

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How to Get Started

1

Initial Conversation

Reach out through our contact form or email. We'll arrange a conversation to understand your situation and discuss which service might fit best. This initial discussion is informal and there's no obligation to proceed.

2

Service Selection

Based on our discussion, we'll recommend the most appropriate service for your current stage and needs. If you're comfortable with the recommendation, we'll outline the engagement structure and schedule.

3

Getting Started

Once we've agreed on the service and schedule, we begin work. For programmes, this means starting the structured process. For mentoring, we'll arrange your first session. Everything moves at a pace that suits your schedule.

4

Ongoing Work

Throughout our engagement, we maintain regular communication and adapt our approach based on what you're learning. If circumstances change or new priorities emerge, we adjust accordingly.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Get in touch to discuss which service would best support your startup journey. We're here to answer questions and help you determine the right approach.