Success Stories
Choices Home Centre
Scott Mitchell, Managing Director of Choices Home Centre
Despite an economic downturn, reduced consumer spending and a constantly changing business environment, the pressure is still on to maintain high revenues and profits.
Rather than crumble under that pressure, Scott Mitchell decided to commit to a coaching program that purely focussed on getting the most out of his team.
"I decided that the worst thing I could in uncertain times was nothing," Scott said.
"In our business, we're always looking to do things better and since working with our coach, we have been able to create a team atmosphere, get them accustomed to managing change and generally perform better."
With more effective systems and procedures in place, Scott has seen an improvement in the smooth running of all departments and less daily input required from him.
"It's been great to have an external confidant, with no financial interest in the business, that I can run ideas and issues past."
Central Test & Measurement
Ian Beckerleg, Central Test & Measurement
As the sole owner of his business, Ian felt he couldn’t move forward effectively because he was too close to the issues that arose.
“Having Chris and the rest of the May Partners team on board helped me look at my business from a different perspective,” said Ian.
“They are constantly on the lookout for improvements within my workplace and Chris has been really proactive in relation to looking after both my business and I; this is much more than a pay for service firm.”
“Chris uses a far more personal and strategic approach to accounting and that’s so unusual these days.”
Grays Bakery
Janine Gray, Owner, Grays Bakery
A few years ago, Janine felt her business was stagnant and she felt like walking away.
“We lacked direction and motivation and didn’t have the financial freedom we wanted,” she said.
“May Partners provided us with the opportunity to build a winning team around us. Not only do we have a business coach but we also have our accountant working with us as a team, in everything we do in our business.”
“After a few years of seeing sales decline we have experienced double digit growth over the past two years. We had to do something and working closely with May Partners made all the difference. ”
“I can talk to Chris about the business in far more meaningful terms now than just historical numbers; he understands AND adds value to the conversation.”
“Our figures prove that we are definitely moving forward with our business and what we have learned is for life – we will never go back to the position we were in before.”
“Anyone can do this, you don’t have to have a business degree – this is affordable life learning!”
Make Your House A Home
Lisa Smith, Owner, Make Your House A Home
Having had a lot of previous business experience, Lisa Smith had set herself some clear goals and timeframes for her new venture, Make Your House A Home.
However, despite her great plans, she found herself treading water and knew that time was running out to achieve her growth goal.
“The business my husband and I had built was unable to operate without me there constantly; that was definitely not part of the plan!” Lisa said.
“I opened myself up to coaching with May Partners, which refocused us on reaching our goals…and it actually happened!”
“We met every goal we’d set for the business, much faster than I thought possible.”
“Our revenue has more than tripled in the past two years, with a large percentage going straight to the bottom line.”
“We have also maintained margins, which can be really tough in retail these days.”
Lisa said the coaching made her accountable for goal setting and achievement...
“The best part was that my coach was just as passionate about my business as I was and that makes all the difference.”
McCarthy Homes
Steve McCarthy, McCarthy Homes
With strong competitors and an ever-changing market, Steve knew he had to do something different in his business.
"We needed to improve profits but weren't sure how to implement or kickstart a process to help us achieve that," he said.
"With business coaching from the May Partne
rs team, we are now confidently taking our business forward with a renewed determination to achieve our business goals."
"This enthusiasm is also being mirrored in our team who have stepped things up a notch, a result that has seen a significant increase in sales."
"We are working as a team better than ever and are determined to follow through on the processes May Partners helped us put in place...we know they work!"