Space2Focus gained a business plan, framework and models; more confidence to take risks; and a better balance between short and long-term strategy.
Space2Focus started trading in 2008 – the company was then dormant for two years whilst the owner completed a Masters degree and was re-launched again in 2014. They provide professional and personal development support to clients within the private and public sector. The business is based in the West Midlands and is run by the director; Sue Bedward.
The business received marketing correspondence from the project at a point in time when the owner was completing her MSc and resuming running her business. As a result the potential to receive support to help her grow her business was well timed and she began to work with the project.
The owner considers that obtaining support is vital for new businesses; she has high level skills as an Executive Coach and Mentor, but would also like to be a more effective business person.
The Business Engagement Manager worked with the business owner to develop an up to date business plan to support the growth of her business.
The owner recognised the four stage process, and considered it well-structured. The one-to-one discussions were useful in being able to think through what the business needed within a framework – 'someone to take me through the processes, and understands them and is able to apply it to my business'.
The owner considered that elements of the Receptivity for Change questions were of interest.
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