Margins shrinking but can’t raise prices? You’re not alone. This guide shows owner-managed manufacturing and construction firms how to protect profit without pushing up rates — by quoting smarter, tracking performance, improving handovers, managing labour, and getting paid faster. Small changes, big impact. A must-read for £5M–£50M businesses.

If your business can't run without you, it's not a business – it's a job with overheads. This guide shows owner-managed firms how to build a capable management team, delegate with confidence, and create systems that drive profit, performance, and growth – without burning yourself out in the process.

Most businesses guess who their ideal customer is – and pay the price in wasted marketing spend. This post reveals why knowing your customer is the first system to scale. Discover how to unlock smarter marketing, better conversions, and a more valuable business by getting forensic about what truly works.

The Building Safety Act was meant to improve safety - but instead, it's punishing construction businesses who followed the rules. Decades of hard work are being undermined by retrospective liability and blame-shifting. If you’re a fabricator or contractor feeling the pressure, this article explains why - and what needs to change. Read it now.

Scaling an engineering firm from £5M to £50M? Avoid these traps: neglecting scalable systems, underdeveloping leadership, and weak financial controls. Invest in ERP, delegate authority, and track cash flow daily to grow fast without chaos. Learn to spot and fix these mistakes before they cost you profits and sanity.

Shrinking margins threatening your £5M+ UK engineering or construction firm? Discover why supply chain issues and workforce gaps hit profits - and how to reclaim £200k+ with practical steps. Don’t let success slip away - unlock the secrets to stronger finances today!

Your shop floor’s chaos isn’t “normal” - it’s bleeding you dry. A £15m constructor I coached slashed overruns 40% and hit 17% margins in 6 months. How? Systems, not hustle. Learn the 90-day fix that saves millions

Most engineering firms are unknowingly losing 20% of their revenue. Unbilled extras, under pricing, inefficiencies, and late payments silently eat into profits. Want to stop the leaks? This guide reveals where your business is losing money - and how to fix it fast without chasing more sales.

Many engineering firms hit a growth ceiling around £5 million in revenue, struggling to scale further. This plateau often stems from cash flow constraints, leadership bottlenecks, and operational inefficiencies. To break through, firms must implement robust financial systems, build strong leadership teams, streamline operations, and develop strategic growth plans.

The rise of AI and automation is reshaping engineering and manufacturing. Is your business keeping up? Discover how SMEs can thrive by combining apprenticeships, automation, and skills-based hiring to future-proof their workforce. Learn practical strategies for Industry 4.0 without losing control over costs.

AI isn’t just for tech giants - engineering businesses can use it to boost marketing, improve efficiency, and make better decisions. This guide covers practical ways to leverage AI and ChatGPT for SOPs, lead generation, onboarding, and strategy - plus how to tackle the SEO challenges AI creates

Tired of doing more work for the same profit? Most engineering businesses leave money on the table through poor pricing, waste, and inefficient processes. This guide reveals how to boost profit margins without raising costs by fixing your pricing, reducing waste, and focusing on high-margin customers.

Are your employees engaged - or just collecting wages? A disengaged team kills productivity, profits, hiring, and business value. If your workforce is lazy, unreliable, or resisting change, that’s on YOU. Fixing your culture isn’t optional - it’s the difference between a thriving business and a constant headache. Here’s how to take control.

Struggling with unmotivated staff, poor leadership, and resistance to change? Many engineering businesses are held hostage by key employees who refuse to improve. Discover how to take back control, replace toxic influences, and build a leadership team that drives growth - without you micromanaging every decision.

Scaling an engineering business doesn’t have to mean higher costs. Learn how to optimise resources, streamline operations, improve leadership, and build a scalable sales pipeline. This guide provides practical strategies to increase profitability and efficiency while keeping overheads under control - helping your business grow without unnecessary expenses.

Scaling an engineering business doesn’t have to mean higher costs. Discover strategies to grow profitably while keeping overheads under control. Learn how to streamline operations, maximise resources, enhance leadership, optimise pricing, and build a scalable sales pipeline for efficiency and profitability—without unnecessary investments.

Scaling without control leads to chaos - burnout, missed deadlines, and shrinking margins. Many engineering, manufacturing, and construction firms try to grow without fixing their foundations first.

This guide reveals five practical steps to streamline operations, improve profitability, and scale smoothly - without overwhelming your team or eroding profits.

Not all clients help your business grow - some drain resources, disrupt operations, and squeeze profits. Learn how to identify and attract A-grade clients who align with your values, fit your expertise, and drive sustainable growth. Say goodbye to chaos and hello to clarity with a refined client strategy.

In a competitive market, Blue Ocean Strategy empowers businesses to create unique, uncontested spaces rather than battling for existing market share. This article explores the strategy’s key principles, benefits, and potential challenges from a business coach's perspective, highlighting how it fosters growth through innovation and differentiation.

Transform your business with seven essential service changes that drive customer satisfaction, loyalty, and referrals. By personalizing interactions, creating memorable moments, and enhancing your atmosphere, you can build emotional connections that lead to sustainable growth. Take action now for immediate benefits!