Running a business shouldn’t feel this heavy.
You've built something successful, but the weight of every decision sits with you. You need proper space to think clearly and people who actually get it.
We help service business owners step away from the chaos, work through what really matters, and leave with a clear plan and the energy to move forward.
Trusted by 100+ service business owners including agencies, consultancies, and professional services firms.
5-STAR RATED FOR STRATEGY & RESULTS
SERVICE BUSINESS SPECIALISTS
EXPERT TEAM WITH WHOLE BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
You've built a successful service business that's doing well. But you want more.
You want to grow without working even more hours. You want your team to step up so you can step back. You want the business to run smoothly when you're not there.
You know things need to change. You're just not sure where to start.
hat's what we help you fix. We work with service business owners across the UK - starting face-to-face to build the foundation, then blending in-person sessions with virtual support to keep you on track.
You're ready for more.
“The process with The Pocket Strategist has been nothing short of life-changing. They simplify the overwhelming and turn it into achievable, actionable steps.”
- Rosie Hawkins, Managing Director, RedHawk Events
How we work with you.
We help you build the systems, team, leadership and strategy to grow without being stuck in the day-to-day.
For business owners.
Ready to scale properly?
You've built something successful, but you want to grow it without being involved in everything.
We'll support you to make the decisions, and build the systems, team and sales that let you step back and focus on leading, not doing.
For teams.
Get your leadership team aligned.
You've got good people, but you want everyone working toward the same goals with clear priorities.
We'll align your team around shared direction, streamline how you work together, and give you the structure to move forward as one unit.
Why work with us.
Face-to-face across the UK
We come to you - anywhere in the UK - because the best strategic thinking doesn't happen on another Zoom call. You get proper space away from the chaos to think clearly.
Whole-business perspective
Strategy, sales, operations, team - we're generalists because your business challenges don't exist in silos. We help you see how everything connects and what to tackle first.
Built around your reality
No generic frameworks. Every plan is shaped around your specific business, team, and goals. You leave with clear priorities and steps you can actually implement.
Results from ambitious business owners like you.
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“I had hit a crossroads whilst pivoting our services and Katherine put some perspective as to the best path to take.""
Hayden Allen-Vercoe, MD, Orbital Digital
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“Exactly what I needed to gain clarity and move the business forward.”
Rebecca Ridler, MD, Your digital Future
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“I have clarity about where we'll get to and HOW we are going to get there.”
Emily McGuirk, MD, Small Steps Big Vision
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““As a small business owner who is looking to grow it was a fantastic mix of support and challenge.””
Steve Foster, MD, Foster Leadership
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"I left clear about where to focus to make major progress in my business."
Sonita Reese, CEO, First By Five
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"It helped me to refocus and prioritise my strategy."
Hannah Palmer, Director, Stand Against Violence
Not ready to talk yet?
Start here instead:
Watch our free 20-minute webinar How to build a stronger business with strategy.
You’ll get our proven framework for identifying exactly what's holding your business back – and the fastest way to fix it.
Ready to simplify, strengthen and scale your business?
The longer your business runs without proper structure, the more dependent it becomes on you personally. Now is the time to break that cycle.
Book a free consultation call. We'll explore where your business is now, what's holding it back, and share our thoughts on the fastest way forward – whether you work with us or not.