Time is Money

Our Story

No matter what type of business you’re running, one of the most valuable resources you have is your time. After all, you’re the brains and heart behind the operation.

But with only twenty-four hours in the day, it’s important to spend that time on the tasks that gain the highest return. The first of which, is spending forty-five minutes with me.

I’m in the business of working with you to develop the skills and confidence you need to take your business to the next level, whether that means upskilling, out-sourcing or putting better systems in place to avoid spending time on things you don’t need to.

I’ve wrapped twenty-years of experience in finance and business support into a succinct, simple program that identifies your challenges, provides you with effective solutions and guides you step-by-step towards a new, exciting phase in your career and life.

And because I know just how precious your time is, I begin each new relationship with a forty-five minute phone call, free of charge and obligation, where I work to understand your business, background and pain points.

Of course, I work quickly so come prepared.

It’s during this call that we also make sure we’re the perfect fit, because the reality is there are some people I cannot assist. If that’s the case, I’ll keep my promise to spend your time wisely and suggest a helpful alternative.

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Enough about us, where does your business need to change?

Clarity

From reactive to deliberate
Replace constant firefighting with a clear direction so every decision supports where you actually want to go.
Control

From overwhelmed to organised
Install simple operating rhythm and structure so nothing important relies on memory, urgency, or you alone.
Profit

From busy to rewarded
Turn hard work into intentional margin, stronger cash flow, and numbers that finally reflect your effort.
Time

From trapped to free
Remove yourself as the bottleneck so the business moves forward without your constant supervision.
Confidence

From doubt to conviction
Understand your numbers deeply enough to make decisions calmly, quickly, and without second guessing.
Momentum

From stalled to progressing
Create visible monthly progress so disciplined action compounds into meaningful and measurable growth.

Business Successes we have been busy delivering For Likeminded Founders.

The Camp

Working with Chris we have been able to get clarity around what is important, deconstructed complexity and built a framework for implementing our strategic business plan. He keeps us honest to the tasks and commitments we set ourselves while diligently preparing work in the background to keep forward momentum.
Ode

From busy weathering “the Covid-19 storm” and trying to steer a boat with a rudder that wasn’t working properly - made for tough work. With Chris on board and his ability to listen intently and form a solid plan and approach he has got us back on course to push through.
Roofing Hub

Chris saw us through a massive growth and development stage of our business, dissected every individual area, resulting in a successful award winning business. He is a business mentor, personal developer and counsellor when the workplace gets heated! Always calm and asking the correct questions, I can highly recommend Chris.
Hawea Store & Kitchen

Chris' business acumen, and accounting and finance background was absolutely essential to our organisation performance (particularly at this early stage of ownership) and for our ability to reach the goals we had in mind.
Garage Gurus

What I really appreciate is that he listens, challenges when needed, and genuinely wants to see your business succeed. Whether you're just starting out or feeling stuck after years in the game, I’d highly recommend Chris. He’s helped me find clarity, confidence, and real momentum.
The Village Gift

I have come out of our time together with a clear plan of how to move forwards and I am excited to see how this year will progress now I have the focus and motivation I lacked previously. For anyone looking for clarity on how to elevate their business I cannot recommend Chris' services enough.
Interlink Ltd

Chris conveys his years of business skills and experience with clarity and logic that allows me to easily adapt and apply to my business needs.
Botanic Press

I highly recommend Chris, it was the best investment for my business to date. Chris gave my business clarity and a clear direction going forwards. What I've learned from Chris is now enabling me to successfully grow my business. Thank you so much Chris!
Garage Gurus

Chris has been a huge help over the past year, working with me to refine my business plan and stay on track. He brings solid insight across everything from financials to marketing, and has a real talent for taking all my big (and sometimes messy) ideas and turning them into clear, focused actions.

Download The Business Rehab – Your Guide on how to Think, Feel and Act with your small business.

Feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward? Our free ebook, “The Business Rehab,” is the perfect starting point. Designed specifically for New Zealand business owners, this guide offers actionable steps to simplify your operations, optimise cash flow, and build a scalable business.

It’s created by a seasoned business advisor with over 20 years of experience helping New Zealand businesses align their operations with strategy, flow, and future growth.

Inside The Business Rehab, you’ll discover:

The 5 most common mistakes small business owners make that keep them stuck.
How to implement 3 key phases to turn your business into a scalable, profitable machine.
Simple strategies to shift from being the overworked technician to becoming a confident leader.
Tips to create systems that allow your business to thrive without relying solely on your constant presence.