Coaching & Consulting

Starting a business takes more than idea.  It also takes a variety of steps and knowledge in a variety of areas.  Small business owners need to understand the market they serve, if the product can make money, how to reach the market segment that can produce a profit, and many other aspects of business.  Most entrepreneurs are not skilled in all the areas of business and need some help. 

We can take you through a process we refer to as the ABCs of Starting a Business.  Each step in this process links you to the knowledge, resources, and professionals you will need to complete each step of the start-up process.  An illustration of this process in provided below.

Each step takes you through a number of activities that help assess potential of your idea, plan the launch of the company, and find the money you need to start smart.  From brainstorming to business planning to visioning and goals development to idea commercialization, strategic planning, and more; SBS is there as part of the process increasing your chances of success.

Some fees may apply and can be negotiated based on many factors including the relevance of your idea to the local economy, the ability of your company to create new jobs, as well as a variety of other factors.  All rates are negotiable as our our goal is your success, however we do need a plan to sustain this program into the future.  Options may include per hour fees, agreement for future donations, equity share in the business, trade our services for your products/services to SBS or other SBS clients, or simply no a no strings attached approach. 

If you have an idea please contact us by e-mail  schneidert1@nku.edu  or phone at 859-824-3628.