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Strategic planning isn't just about setting goals—it's about crafting a roadmap for success. With years of experience in analysis and strategic planning, I've helped numerous businesses navigate uncertainty and achieve their objectives. Let's explore the power of strategic decision-making in driving business growth! Take this free quiz today: https://lnkd.in/g2UPgaNa #StrategicPlanning #BusinessGrowth

Driven 4 Group is a testament to the culmination of decades of industry experience and a commitment to excellence. Our founders hail from multi-generational backgrounds in construction and electrical industries, with roots deeply embedded in the industry's fabric. Their journey from laborers to leaders of multimillion-dollar business units is a testament to their dedication and expertise. United by core values of honesty, hard work, quality, and exceptional service, we are driving Driven 4 Group towards unparalleled success. With over 50 years of collective experience in the industry, Driven 4 Group operates with a steadfast focus on partnerships and trust. Their team, consisting of over 200 employees in the office and field, boasts more than $1 billion in combined experience, underscoring their commitment to delivering projects on time and within budget. By embracing a mindset of thinking like owners, Driven 4 Group sets itself apart, prioritizing long-term relationships and trust-based approaches over short-term gains. This philosophy resonates throughout their operations, ensuring steady growth and fostering enduring partnerships with clients. Administrative excellence serves as the backbone of Driven 4 Group's operations, providing seamless and efficient support across diverse functions. From purchasing and accounting to marketing and coordination, their dedicated administrative team leverages years of experience to streamline processes and promote organizational cohesion. With a proven track record of excellence, Driven 4 Group stands as a beacon of reliability, navigating the complexities of multi-faceted operations with finesse and proficiency. #constructionlife #experience #teamwork #businessgrowth

Consulting firms: You maximize profit by paying consultants as MUCH as possible, not as little. I'll explain this counterintuitive truth on Friday morning. You can subscribe (free) at goodnewsfriday.com

This week's operational reflection is based on a current project that I am working on. Have you thought about the functionality of your work order system lately? I bet it could be doing more for you! #operationalexcellence #facilitiesmanagement

Determining your core values is essential to building your strategic plan. In establishing our business model, J&K Strategy Consultants needed to not only decide what we can offer, but what we stand for.  Understanding and being true to your values provides the foundation of what you do and how you do it. Establishing your value base and incorporating your values into your work pursuits and processes feeds success. The values that guide our practice are: Environmental Care We consider environmental sustainability in everything we do. Both in our own business as well as opportunities for our clients. Integrity We have strong principles and ethics. We demonstrate honesty and respect in every interaction. Gratitude We are grateful for new and established partnerships with clients, the opportunity to share and collaborate, and to learn from each new experience. Results Driven We are focused on action and strive to ensure the client is well-served by the product we produce.    We invite you to comment as to the core values that guide your practice. How have your core values influenced you in making key decisions?

How do consultants learn about their clients’ challenges while also showing they have the expertise to solve them?

Overwhelmed with daily operations and unsure how to grow your business? This story might provide some clarity. I recently met with a thriving construction business in South Carolina. They have built a solid foundation, but they’re now at a crossroads, balancing daily operations with the desire to grow. We talked about the importance of strategic planning. Early in my career, I was juggling too many tasks, which made it clear that growth required a different approach. I began focusing on setting up efficient systems and on process feedback/improvements, we were able to handle increased workloads without compromising on quality and increasing overhead. We became a well-oiled machine. They are now exploring how to implement similar strategies. For example, using platforms like ContractsConnected can streamline contract and compliance management (often seen as a necessary burden with no creative solution), ensuring that all documents and compliance requirements are met automatically. This frees up time to focus on scaling the business and taking on new opportunities. The key takeaway? Growth in construction isn’t just about winning more projects; it’s about preparing your business to handle them efficiently and effectively - turn pain into a competitive advantage. #GeneralContractor #ConstructionLeadership #Construction #ConstructionIndustry #ConstructionSoftware

For those who connected with me recently on LinkedIn this is reminder that I work with overstretched leaders of engineering SMEs to help them prepare their business for sustainable growth. My role is to act as an objective sounding board talking through changes, brainstorming creative solutions, anticipating setbacks, and maintaining accountability until progress takes root. We work on issues such as: ✅ Clarifying and prioritising the issues to be addressed for the business to grow sustainably. ✅ Building a team with the skills and capacity to help you run the business day-to-day so you can focus on preparing it to grow. ✅ Improving the quality and profitability of services and products delivered to customers. ✅ Reviewing internal systems to improve the integrity of the data required to run the business. ✅ Clarifying the “why” and values guiding the growth of the business. We work together in one-to-one sessions. We start by clarifying and prioritising the issues to be addressed to pave the way for subsequent sessions. Pricing from £1,200 for 6 hourly sessions over 3 months. Please use the link below to book a time in my diary for a free conversation without obligation to explore how I could help you. https://lnkd.in/ePbGZW-5 #executivecoaching #engineeringmanagement #sme #smegrowth

With 30 years of management consulting behind me this is the most insightful article I have read about the profession. It resonates with me and absolutely describes the environment I worked in every day with clients. "However, when you reframe feeling impostor syndrome as managing learning-credibility tension, you turn it from a psychological flaw into a vital skill. In our research, we found that consultants don’t just have impostor syndrome, they actively embrace it — because it keeps them sharp and on the edge, where they need to be." If you are thinking of becoming a consultant, are looking for consulting talent with the right skills set or just looking to be a better consultant then read this article.

How do consultants learn about their clients’ challenges while also showing they have the expertise to solve them?