We are here to help the small to medium sized business owner run their business more efficiently, effectively and more profitably.  If you have a problem or just can’t find the time to move things forward the direction you would like to, there is help at hand.  As business owners and investors ourselves we fully understand that things can change quickly and at times it is difficult to know how to make the right decisions.  Spending time with other owners can be a help in itself so don’t hesitate to seek the right support.

Marketing and Finance are our strengths but general business experience is just as valuable when you are fire fighting, chasing your tail or just working too many hours. Do get in touch and we will help you find the best way to achieve your goals.

With broad experience from a successful career in the corporate world and from owning and running smaller businesses, the opportunity to help small and medium sized business achieve their objectives will deliver a different but equally valuable sense of achievement for the team at Mere Advice.

There are many ways to define success and each business owner has their own take on this.  What is often needed though is a sounding board and some impartial but constructive and supportive advice from an experienced business advisor to ensure success is achieved.

Big is not always best, revenue is great but delivering a profit is the essential objective for achieving true success.

A review of how you are looking to achieve your goals is usually where we start.  An assessment of the market, your product or service, how you are funded and what resources you have available will help determine the best way forward.  An outline plan can be discussed and then something more detailed put together with achievable milestones for you to follow.

 

What we do

Mere Advice is a professional support provider to businesses looking to grow, operate more effectively or to clarify direction.

With expertise in organisation, structure, finance, marketing and publishing we are working with business owners to deliver the success they demand.

Business advice on one off opportunities or with new problems faced can be invaluable.

We can review your marketing requirements and provide recommendations.

If you are a business owner and feel you are not spending enough time on things you know add the most value to your business then Mere Advice could be what you need to get the best from your business.

Services include

  • Preparation of and support with budgets and forecasts, performance review and analysis,
  • Business plans, project evaluations, finance applications
  • General business guidance,
  • Someone to talk to about business direction,
  • Exec or non–exec roles, Part time MD, Part time FD, providing the financial acumen and independent advice on key business decisions that will help you exceed targets,
  • Interim or gap cover when business leaders / senior managers are absent or to fill roles whilst permanent replacements are sought,
  • Marketing campaigns and business promotion services,
  • Branding and identity advice,
  • Accounting and administration services can be provided on a regular or ad-hoc basis as required,
  • Mentoring and personal development services can be tailored to your individual needs.
  • Trade support pack – helping sole traders deal with paperwork so they can focus on their trade

Values

Professional standards and complete integrity delivered in a down to earth open and transparent manner.

We will explain things clearly, check for understanding and ensure that all expectations are exceeded.

All advice is given in clear and plain English.

We recognise that it is your business and will listen carefully to your objectives to ensure any advice provided is in line with your aims.

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