Running a business is hard
Running and growing a business can be challenging. You may be managing rising costs, trying to attract the right people, looking for new customers or making important decisions about the future. Sometimes, you simply need a trusted space to test ideas, challenge assumptions and talk through how to move your business forward.
Wingfield Consultants has partnered with Be the Business to help businesses across East Anglia access practical, affordable support from experienced business leaders. Through the programme, you’ll gain an independent sounding board, strengthen your plans and move your business forward with greater confidence.
How Stuart improved his focus to reach ambitious revenue goals
Stuart Bell, Sales & Marketing Director of Glider Technology, worked with his board of advisors to develop a more strategic growth plan and secure new funding routes.
Move your business forward
Get clear on what matters most
Step back from the day-to-day and get a clearer view of where your business is going, what needs your attention and which priorities will have the biggest impact.
Make better decisions with confidence
Access experts to challenge your thinking, test your assumptions and give you a different perspective. So that you can make critical decisions with greater confidence.
Solve the challenges holding your business back
Get an outside perspective on the problems you're facing. Work through potential solutions and turn difficult challenges into clear, practical next steps.
Unlock your next stage of growth
Whether you’re looking to grow or lead your team through change, get the expert support you need. Spot opportunities, reduce risk and work out what comes next.
You set the agenda, your advisors bring the expertise
Get support tailored to your priorities
Your advisory board is matched to your business, challenges and goals. Each member is selected for their relevance to your needs, with a wild card to inspire you to think differently.
Find new routes to unlock revenue
Meet business experts that can help you enter new markets, refine your go-to-market strategy or secure funding. Your board can also help find areas you may be leaking money.
Stay accountable and drive real progress
Move beyond talking about what you should do and make it happen Your monthly sessions can help you stay focused, accountable and moving towards the goals that matter.
Tap into new and diverse perspectives
Challenge your thinking and have richer conversations. Your board is intentionally made up of people from different backgrounds to give fresh perspectives on your priorities.
Dive deeper in 1:1 mentoring sessions
Work through specific issues and get individualised support in 1:1 mentoring sessions. These happen between your board sessions to ensure you’re getting the value you need.
Access new experts as your needs change
Your business won't stand still, and neither should the expertise you draw on. Connect with specialists who can bring relevant knowledge as new challenges and opportunities emerge.
See how leaders are growing better
“Our board helped the management team define their job roles better.”
Melanie Partner, Co-Founder of Stream Loyalty, was moving her business to a SaaS model when she joined Be the Business.
Through her advisory board, Melanie improved her management team’s structure, refined the team’s marketing efforts and grew her team.
My board shifted my mindset to running an organisation
Matthew Moore shares how Be the Business helped his company MJM Bespoke to refine its proposition and drive more business.
"Even though it was hard to hear certain things, it was what we needed to hear."
Amelia McCloskey, CEO of Ultimate Sync Access, sought help from her board of advisors to raise investment.
With expert guidance, she got back to business basics, developed growth plans and navigated a cybersecurity crisis with confidence.
Just £99* a month for decades of expertise
Gain access to experienced business leaders who will challenge your thinking, offer strategic guidance and support you to achieve your goals. You’ll have a structured session every month, alternating between a meeting with your full advisory board and a one-to-one session with your mentor.
*£99 plus VAT.
Wingfield Consultants
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“I recommend The Productivity Programme because it gives business leaders something that can be difficult to find: a trusted group of experienced people who will listen, challenge their thinking and help them turn plans into action. It is practical, affordable support for leaders who want to move their business forward.”
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“We’re delighted to be partnering with Wingfield Consultants to bring practical, affordable support to businesses across East Anglia. Together, we can connect business leaders with experienced people who will challenge their thinking, help them tackle important priorities and give them the confidence to move their businesses forward.”
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Your advisory board will become a trusted sounding board — bringing together people with different backgrounds, perspectives and expertise to help you think strategically and move your business forward.
Delivered fully online, it's designed to be practical, flexible, and low lift for busy business leaders. There's no travel, no lengthy time commitments, and no jargon. What you do get is regular, structured support that fits around your schedule and focuses on what matters most to your business.
You set the agenda. Your board brings the challenge, support and fresh thinking. Together, you make better decisions and move faster.
Here’s exactly how it works:
Fill out a form
Share information about your business, needs, goals and challenges.Your board will be handpicked by our team
Five specialists will form your board, with one as your mentor. These people will ensure they can help meet your needs ahead of time.Join your first call and meet your advisors
Our support team will take care of sorting timings and a member of our team will help oversee your first call.Meet with your board or mentor every month
From here, you’ll meet with your advisory board every eight weeks, with your mentoring session happening in between.
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The advisory board programme is designed for founders, owners, managing directors, and leadership teams running established trading businesses.
Leaders join for many different reasons. Those that have the most success are clear on why they’re joining and what they want to get out of it, they’re open to different perspectives and having their assumptions challenged.
Here are some reasons people join the programme:
Greater clarity on strategy and priorities
Confidence to make bigger decisions faster
Fresh perspectives on long-standing challenges
Accountability that drives real progress
New routes to growth and revenue
Stronger leadership and team development
Support navigating change, expansion, or transition
Access to expertise you don't have in-house
A sounding board that challenges your thinking
Connections with other ambitious business leaders
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Your board and mentor are carefully selected based on your needs by our team of business productivity specialists. Over time, your needs are likely to change. If that’s the case, then you can ask our team for a new advisory board and mentor.
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We carefully select the experts for your advisory board based on your business and support needs. However, if something doesn’t feel right or you feel there is a gap in expertise, please let our team know. We’ll be happy to review the board and help find the right people for you.
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Great! We'd love to answer them. Drop a message to programmes@bethebusiness.com or speak to an expert Book time with Becky Nelson.
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