COACHING

Problem/Solution Confusion

Knowing which customer problem to solve can be tricky. Knowing which customer to listen to can be even trickier. Figuring out what’s next is an important step to building a profitable and sustainable business.

Lack of Focus

If you focus on everything, you focus on nothing. As an entrepreneur, it is easy to fall into the Expert Generalist trap of doing everything regardless of your particular area of expertise. Double down on your strengths and learn to surround yourself with people who can compensate for your weaknesses.

Relinquishing Control

You want to go on holiday but you can’t leave the business. This common problem is a simple but tough problem to solve. Find the best people and give them the freedom to do their work. Let’s figure this out together.

No Time / Bad Process

You do not have a time problem. You have a priority problem. Working together we will take a step back and identify your perceived priorities versus your actual priorities.

Problem Perspective

Every problem can be viewed from many different angles. You, unfortunately, can only see what you can see. You have a lifetime of experience that leads you to see things in a very specific way. You cannot read the label from the inside of your own bottle. Together we’ll see your problems from a new perspective and solve them creatively.

Imposter Syndrome

If you wake up every day feeling like you’re about to be found out as a fraud, I understand. I’ve been there. The only way to overcome Imposter Syndrome is to work through it, be curious and be vulnerable.

Leaders thrive when:

• They have clearly defined and understood what success looks like to them

• They have the best people surrounding them

• Work is integrated effectively into a sustainable life

• Mental and physical health are a priority

• Growth is not the only target

• Cash flow is understood and protected

• They have time to read deeply and think broadly

Let’s work together to get you there.

MINDSET

Mental fitness leads to business fitness.

If you put your mental health at the top of your priority list, your business and personal life will begin to thrive.

A focus on mental health is a focus on profit.

LIFESTYLE

Financial profit is not the only way to measure wealth, success and happiness.

There has to be more to success than monetary rewards, right?

Building the kind of life that supports your business and vice versa is key to creating a sustainable existence without anxiety, stress and burnout.

IDEAS

Recycling the same ideas won’t solve new problems.

You can’t read the label from inside the bottle so let me provide you with a fresh perspective.

Change your input and you will change your output.

EFFORT

Working 18 hour days is unsustainable and unrealistic.

Your standards become your habits.

Not only for you but for your family, friends and team. If you believe that 11pm calls, weekend meetings, and no vacations should be the standard, you are in for some shocking times ahead.

“The work Nic has done with me has been empowering, insightful, liberating and very enjoyable. It’s also been damn hard at times, requiring big shifts to move the needle and get out of my comfort zone. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and get stuck into ‘the weeds’ if you’re looking to get clarity on your business’s ‘what next’.

Aside from being a really nice guy to work with, Nic is supportive, patient and generous in the application of his knowledge and experience. I appreciate his straightforward approach and enjoy how he challenges my thinking and approach.”

- Louise Hunt, Founder, HuntPR

“I began my journey with Nic when I was going through a massive transitional period within my group of companies. Nic mentored me through some massive decisions that focused me on "moving the needle forward" and thinking ABUNDANCE.

In Q1, 2021 we had very average results, and as I fine-tuned month to month with Nic, we ended up having a record Q2. I love his direct, bigger picture "anything is possible" approach. Nic is a doer, not a talker, and has helped me and my team create tangible, real, record results in a very short space of time. I am so excited and grateful for having Nic as a mentor and friend in my life.”

- John Bandey, Founder & CEO, PPI Group (Pty) Ltd

“I've been working with Nic for more than a year, and his insights and experience have transformed how I think about building my business. I've grown personally, managed to implement some of his suggestions and kept sane during the process!”

- Courtenay Farquharson, Founder, Backrightup.com

“It's easy to be solely focused on our careers, with a "hustling" mindset and a sole focus on ROI's & KPI's.

Having received coaching and mentoring from Nic over the past 6 months, he's given me great insight and tools into how I can further enhance my work and personal relationships and goals to lead a more productive lifestyle. I'd thoroughly recommend anyone Nic's services, even if it's just to work out how best to realign your vision!”

- Josh Martin, Head of Commercial, TheSimGrid.com