Who I can help
Small business owners
I feel most at ease with owner managers of small businesses, in particular 'blue collar' providers of a physical product or service, for whom staff and logistics are a key part of the mix. I’ve been through a similar journey and can offer advice and empathy at any of the following sticking points:
- I’ve got an idea - where do I start?
- I need funding – where do I go?
- There’s so much to be done – what’s the best use of my time?
- I know I need to learn to delegate – but no one does it as quickly or as well as I do.
- It’s impossible to find good staff – help!
- We’re growing really quickly – but I feel like I’m out of control . Help!
- My business hasn’t turned out as I initially imagined and I’m not enjoying it any more. Help!
- Everything seems to be going well but something in my mind’s telling me things aren’t right. Help!
- I want to sell my business - but where do I start?
- I’ve sold my business. What now?!
Adults facing their midlife crisis
Midlife Crisis is still a widely acknowledged phenomenom, and given our increasing awareness of our lives and happiness, I believe that more and more people (mainly men) are familiar with the challenges it poses. I have certainly been through the full range of emotions it throws up, and as such I feel I’m in a good place to help others plot their path through to the next stage of life.
Just need to talk?
On a more generic level, we are all striving for a more fulfilling work / life balance. I have spent years juggling the demands of running a business with being a good husband, father, son, brother, friend and employer. Simply recognizing that we occasionally have to look after ourselves is a good start, but differentiating between what we can, must, should or could do is an art in itself, that often needs a compassionate ear to gain clarity.
Don’t just take my word for it...
"As well as being a great listener, Anthony has plenty of hands on experience to call upon of dealing with all that life can throw at you. His level headed temperament enables him to assess situations and relationships in a no-nonsense manner to enable practical solutions to be found. Anthony has always shown a willingness to help others and investing time with him would certainly show considerable dividends no matter what the subject may be."
Jos Baker, Founder & CEO, Tinc Ltd