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LME associates was introduced to “Norton 5.O Video Productions” by a mutual business networking acquaintance .The business owner was working as a one person operation, making videos of weddings-family events , business ribbon cuttings, and other similar work.

The owner expressed that he was “about ready to quit” during early conversations with LME associates. He stated that he was unable to make a sufficient living with the current level of business and couldn't seem to increase production; although he clearly had talent .

Although, skillful and extremely competent in the core function of the business, the owner like many entrepreneurs, lacked the knowledge and confidence to plan and execute a marketing strategy or a business protocal to support it.

Our involvement, over a period of only a few months with this business owner and his company, established them as a commercial operation producing TV adverts for cable and Web promotional videos.

Their revenue quadrupled in the first year and is set to double or better in the current year.

This company’s success is typical of how LME associates works closely with businesses, providing the vital experience and know how and positively changing things dramatically.

It this case we worked on the basics Business Plan, Marketing Strategy & Financial control.

However, by attending meetings with potential clients and collaborators, alongside the business owner as a colleague, Mervyn Lawrie provided him with confidence. The owner gained on the job training on how to negotiate, understand, and close deals, which ultimately made the most significant difference to this company’s performance and prospects .

SGP Webspan

LME associates first started working with SGP Webspan at a time when the owning partners were seriously considering winding the business up.

A “net worker” mutually known to both suggested an introduction to Mervyn Lawrie might be a good idea .He had heard third parties testimonials to Lawrie’s pragmatic approach to solving business problems and felt this might be just the assistance the two bright but ultimately inexperienced join owners and their struggling business might benefit from.

The company had grown significantly in the 3 years since the two started working full time in their company, any profit being reused to fund growth. The partners had similar but not necessarily matching goals for the business. This led an erratic planning and leadership.

Acting as a non executive board member Lawrie, called a regular meeting each week, so that ideas and policy could be fully discussed and coordinated .This led to a major review of the company’s production methods and control systems, staff appraisal and reorganization.

After three months, the functionality of the business was much improved and profitability at the bottom line started to show .Customer relations improved which resulted in referrals for new business .The prospect of marketable products were identified within the self built systems being developed in the business.

After 7 months of LME associates working with SGP Webspan it’s future was starting to look very much brighter, and this was confirmed by a bid and subsequent acquisition by an international conglomerate that needed an in-house IT and Website facility. They recognised that this business had become a business with efficiency& innovation ,something that would not have been likely prior to the LME associates involvement.

“Providing practical solutions that Work!”

Clients Quotes

Mervyn Lawrie is truly an exceptional Business Coach. Apart from his astute insights and vast business background he presents himself with an unassuming generosity that immediately soothes the tensions and worries that lead a business owner to seek coaching. What sets Mervyn apart more than anything else is his hands-on approach to coaching. He doesn't just sit back and tell you what needs to be done. He will take part of your burden off by doing some of your work for you. This has provided me with many sighs of relief in the four months I have been working with Mervyn. Yet, perhaps the thing I value most about working with Mervyn is that it has allowed me to dream again. With his ability to always hold onto the greater vision while digging into the finest details has given me the security and freedom to create my original vision, which had all but gotten lost in the day-to-day grind of business management. I would recommend Mervyn to any business owner- and do often. I cannot speak highly enough of him.

Beth Cunningham, CSYT
Blue Pearl Yoga Studio

"Many thanks for your efforts on our recent strategy planning. As indicated before, we found it useful and it gives us inspiration for the next stage"

"Forced us into taking action - we now hold an away-day each month to focus on our future. We are on track with the actions agreed on."

"Today has re-kindled my belief in the business and shown me how I can regain control.

"For the first time since I started this business I feel that I am no longer on my own against the world. Thanks Mervyn."

You've shown us that we can return to profit with this business" .
Within 12 months, the business had increased sales by 33%.

"Best money that I've ever spent in business"
Just one session on our first meeting added $3,000 to profit that month - and each month thereafter.

“LME Associates really assisted us when we needed some help in making our customer service approach more effective.  Mervyn listened to our challenges and concerns, gained an understanding of our customers and our competition, and helped us put a customer service procedures and follow up plan in place.  Our customers really noticed our efforts.  I'm convinced it helped us achieve our high customer retention rates and gain referrals."

”Mervyn Lawrie is more like a doctor really. A doctor for my business.  He made an in-depth thorough health exam on my company and showed me how to make it better. His organized approach and considerable experience gave me renewed hope and confidence that my business will stay strong and healthy."