With the right approach, many problems can be turned into opportunities

The reality is that there will always be bumps along the road. These obstacles can range from mildly frustrating to existential threats. However, what they all have in common is that they represent opportunities. In the heat of the moment, we might not see them that way, but if we pull back, and take time to think, we can often see many opportunities, including some really good ones. These ideas are from my experience where the real growth comes from. The most productive ideas and the biggest sales in my long career have always come from analysing a problem and working out a better way.

I am not saying that all problems can be solved. What I am saying is that problems can be the main driver to seeking and finding new and better opportunities.

 

The best ideas, solutions and results come from having a good understanding of the situation

Developing a good understanding of course takes time and for this reason, I have developed a number of low-priced packages that enable us to form a relationship and deliver great value over a minimum three-month period.

This dual focus on relationships and providing great value has been a feature of Hargreaves Marketing since day one back in 2012.

I want every business owner of small and medium-sized businesses to have access to the same quality of information, advanced methods, tools and templates as enjoyed by the larger companies at prices that are affordable and sustainable.

 

You may notice that nothing is provided in isolation

For example, we do not just simply supply a template for a value proposition, or a business plan. Instead, we work to understand your problem and then recommend the right information, tools and methods to do the job. We even modify the tools so they are more suitable for you and help you to learn how best to use the materials we provide. So for example, with our presentation services, not only will we work with you to create the physical PowerPoint presentation, but we will also help create the storyline, and the content, and help you to practice your delivery.

 

The experience and ability to provide this depth of service have been developed over decades

I have worked for large corporations, and leading companies in niche markets and I have created my own business. This adds up to a lot of experience and knowledge, developed over many years. I have a thirst for knowledge and have ‘reinvented’ myself several times, so I’m continually learning, developing and keen to pass on what I know.

In many cases, I will have been in your situation. I will understand what you are going through and what you need.

 

An opportunity to develop a raft of new capabilities

Without a structured approach, the outcome is often that either nothing happens, or lots of random things happen that lead to chaos.

Our packages are designed to enable the clear mental thought process, structure and actions required to make a significant difference both in terms of developing new capabilities and providing a stable platform to achieve realistic objectives.

 

Adrian Hargreaves

Business Owner

Business Strategy & Business Unit Strategy

Every company needs a good strategy, however, strategy can be complex and confusing. The result is often that many small and medium-sized businesses do not have a clearly defined and documented strategy. In other situations, strategies do exist but are actually in conflict with each other. So, for example, the business strategy does not align with the business unit strategy and the marketing and sales activities are also misaligned. These problems are more common than you may think. We can help.

Welcome to Everything Strategy and Strategic packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Strategy eBook which grows month by month into your own annual strategy document.

*Three-month minimum term

Marketing

Our Strategic Marketing and Marketing Strategy packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Strategic Marketing and Marketing Strategy eBook which grows month by month into your own annual strategic marketing and marketing strategy document.

*Three-month minimum term

Sales

Our Strategic Selling and Sales Strategy packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Strategic Selling and Sales Strategy eBook which grows month by month into your own annual sales strategy document.

*Three-month minimum term

Strategic Operations

Our Strategic Operations Review packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Strategic Operations document eBook which grows month by month to highlight key strategic goals, activities and performance.

*Three-month minimum term

Marketing Operations

Our Marketing Operations Review packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Analysis of both your internal and external marketing communications
• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Marketing Operations eBook which grows month by month to show observations, changes and continual progress.

*Three-month minimum term

Sales Operations

Our Sales Operations Review packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Analysis of both your internal and external strategy communications
• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Sales Operations eBook which grows month by month to show observations, changes and continual progress.

*Three-month minimum term

Presentations

Our Presentation Review packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Presentation document eBook which grows month by month to showcase key slides from your main presentations, improvements being undertaken, along with tips on how to articulate your message well either face-to-face or virtually.

*Three-month minimum term

Strategy Communications

Our Strategy Communications Review packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Analysis of both your internal and external strategy communications
• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Strategy Communication eBook which grows month by month to show observations, changes and continual progress.

*Three-month minimum term

Marketing Communications

Our Marketing Communications Review packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Analysis of both your internal and external marketing communications
• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Marketing Communication eBook which grows month by month to show observations, changes and continual progress.

*Three-month minimum term

Sales Communications

Our Sales Communications Review packages start from just £200 per month* and include:

• Analysis of both your internal and external sales communications
• Two 30-minute consultancy web meetings per month.
• One new PowerPoint ‘boardroom style’ business presentation summary slide per month.
• One Sales Communication eBook which grows month by month to show observations, changes and continual progress.

*Three-month minimum term