Business Consulting & Coaching for Small Businesses

Clarity. Profitability. Growth. We help small business owners cut through the noise with practical strategies that deliver results.

Running a small business is rewarding, but it’s also tough. Many owners work long hours, juggle everything themselves, and still feel like growth is out of reach.

That’s where our Consulting & Coaching services come in. We specialise in helping small business owners get clear on strategy, improve profitability, and build sustainable growth. Whether you’re just starting out or running an established company, we’ll guide you with practical steps — not jargon.

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Why Consulting Matters for Small Businesses

Most small businesses don’t fail because of bad ideas. They fail because:

  • They don’t have a clear business plan to follow
  • Pricing doesn’t support profitability
  • Owners get stuck working in the business, not on it
  • Marketing isn’t consistent, so customers can’t find them


Our
business consulting services give you clarity, structure, and confidence. With expert guidance, you’ll stop spinning your wheels and start growing with purpose.

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What Our Consulting Covers

We’ve designed a suite of consulting and coaching services that cover the biggest challenges small business owners face. Each has its own dedicated page with more detail:

Strategy & Planning

We’ll help you design a business roadmap that turns goals into action. Whether it’s setting SMART goals or reviewing competitors, we create a plan you can actually follow.

Profitability & Pricing

Many small businesses undercharge without realising it. We’ll review your pricing, margins, and offers so you can grow without working extra hours.

Business Growth Coaching

Consulting gives you a plan. Coaching makes sure you follow through. With regular check-ins, accountability, and support, our small business coaching programs keep you on track.

AI for Small Business

AI can save time and money, but most owners don’t know where to start. We’ll show you simple ways to use AI tools safely and effectively to improve productivity and marketing.

Startups

Starting a new business is exciting, but also risky. Our startup consulting services help you validate ideas, plan lean, and avoid costly mistakes.

Business Plans

Investors, banks, and even suppliers want to see a business plan. We create custom business plans tailored to your goals, with realistic forecasts and actionable steps.

Smart. Simple. Scalable.

How Consulting Fits With SEO & Web Design

Consulting gives you the strategy, but you need the tools to execute it. That’s why many clients combine consulting with:

SEO Services

Local SEO, competitor analysis, and ongoing campaigns help customers find you online.

Web Design & Development

We design and build websites that convert. Already have a site? Our Website Redesign service makes improvements without starting from scratch.

Hosting & Support

Fast, secure hosting and ongoing support keep your business running smoothly.

Together, these services create a complete growth system:
Consulting → Web Design → SEO → Revenue.

But you don’t have to do everything at once. Start with the service you need most and add others when you’re ready.

Success Stories From Our Clients

We don’t just promise results — our clients see them.

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Tom Trades Business, Brisbane

We always felt stuck working IN the business instead of ON it. With coaching, we finally had accountability and clear steps. Within six months, our revenue was up 35%.

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Lisa Retail Owner, Melbourne

SBO helped us fix our pricing. We realised we were undercharging by 30%. After adjusting, our profit margins improved instantly — and our customers stayed.

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Sarah Online Startup, Sydney

As a startup, we didn’t know where to begin. SBO guided us through validation, lean planning, and launching online. Within months, we had paying customers.

Who We Work With

We support a wide range of businesses across Australia:

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Insights & Resources

Want to learn more before committing? Our Insights Hub includes free resources like:

FAQs

Yes. We’ll review what you have and refine it into an actionable roadmap.

That’s fine. You can choose consulting, coaching, or a single service — no lock-in packages.

No. We’ve helped tradies, cafes, online shops, professional services, and startups.

Yes. We work with clients across Australia, with many based in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.

We focus on practical consulting and coaching for small business owners — not theory. Plus, we back our SEO services with a guarantee: 20% more traffic in 90 days or your next month is free.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Clarity is the first step to growth. With SBO’s consulting and coaching services, you’ll have a clear plan, fair pricing, and the support you need to grow your business with confidence.

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