Reset, refocus and build a stronger future for your business.

Running a business in today’s environment is anything but easy. Between seasonal challenges, economic pressure and day-to-day demands, many business owners haven’t had the time or space to step back, take a breath and think clearly about what’s next.

Whether you’re a primary producer or part of the broader regional economy, the past few seasons have had an impact.

We’re here to help, with the Business Fundamentals Program.

This is a real opportunity to pause, reset and move forward with the right support behind you.

The Business Fundamentals Program in summary

This invaluable program provides access to and tailored support from experienced business advisors who work alongside you to:

  • understand where you are right now
  • allow you the space to share, download and discuss
  • identify what’s working and what’s not
  • clarify your priorities and direction 
  • take practical and actionable steps toward stronger performance 

This is not about dispensing generic advice. Coaches and mentors offer practical, tailored support and guidance designed to help you take stock, clear the immediate mental overload and make real progress.

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Who can benefit and what to expect

This program is open to businesses across our regional economy, including:

  • Primary producers
  • Agribusiness and supply chain businesses
  • Transport, logistics and contractors
  • Retail, hospitality and service providers
  • Trades and small businesses supporting the region

If your business has been impacted by recent conditions – directly or indirectly – this invaluable program is for you.

 

Depending on your needs, support can include:

  • Mentorship, discussion and a private space in which to connect and share
  • One-on-one sessions with experienced advisors
  • A structured review of your business operations and financial position
  • Practical guidance tailored to your specific challenges or opportunities
  • Support to develop clear, achievable next steps
  • Accountability to help you follow through

Whether you’re looking for a deep dive or targeted advice on a specific issue, or even if you’re not sure where to start, we’ll work with you to determine the next steps and the right level of support.

A structure that allows you to step back and think clearly

Many business owners are used to pushing through, but constant pressure, whether seasonal, financial or personal, can make it difficult to see a route and make confident decisions.

This program provides a confidential, supportive space to:

  • Feel heard, supported and less isolated in navigating business challenges
  • Regain clarity and decision-making confidence
  • Establish manageable, realistic action steps aligned to capacity
  • Build consistent habits and structures that support ongoing stability
  • Reconnect with a sense of direction and control in their business
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Program coaches and process

Shelley Cox

Your Business Compass

  • Tailored mentoring: 4 x 1:1 strategy sessions, addressing your current challenges and opportunities across marketing, finance, operations or growth.
  • Accountability & review: Final 1:1 strategy-to-action session to measure progress, refine your plan and create a further six month action roadmap.
  • Skills & tools for growth: 12 months’ access to online courses, practical templates, guided workshops and monthly group coaching sessions.

Linda Stapleton

Sapphire Business 

  • Diagnostic & discovery: Review of your capability assessment and application, followed by a business health check to establish baseline performance across finance, operations, HR and marketing. Identify key opportunities and risks unique to your business.
  • Deep dive mentoring: Delivered across multiple sessions (face-to-face or online), this phase focuses on four core areas: Right Now, Future Planning, Strategy to Action, Accountability.
  • Deliverables & reporting: Receive tailored outputs: Business Health Check report, strategic action plan with measurable KPIs, business plan template, budget and cashflow templates, risk management framework and a 90-day accountability plan.

Dee Heinjus and James Hillcoat 

Pinion Advisory

  • Completion of their Snapshot NOW business analysis – a 360-degree review covering natural resource management, business operations, financial performance and marketing.
  • A comprehensive 4-hour strategy session to build your one-page business plan, covering:
    • Who you are your values and vision
    • Financial and production metrics to aim for
    • Five-year goals and a short-term action plan to support implementation
    • Critical success factors and key risks to be managed
  • Up to two follow-up sessions to help you implement the plan and stay on track with your goals.