Coaching & consulting for real-world small business challenges
Get unstuck and grow a stronger, simpler small business.
Morris S. Young partners with small business owners to clarify priorities, strengthen financial decisions, and build practical systems that free up your time to actually run the business you set out to create.
Straightforward guidance on cash flow, strategy, and leadership—without the corporate buzzwords.
Quick snapshot
Where is your business stuck right now?
- Revenue is up, but profit and cash feel tight
- You are still the bottleneck for too many decisions
- You know what to do, but struggle to execute consistently
- You need a clearer plan for the next 12–18 months
In a 30-minute clarity call, we will map where you are, what is in your way, and one or two concrete actions you can take this quarter.
Built for small businesses
Practical support for owners wearing every hat
We work best with owners who are beyond the idea stage, generating consistent revenue, and ready to tighten operations, money management, and strategy.
Service-based businesses
Consultants, agencies, law firms, and professional services ready to improve pricing, capacity planning, and profit per client.
- Clarify service mix and packages
- Model capacity and hiring decisions
- Design simple, repeatable client delivery
Local + family businesses
Retail, trades, and multi-generational businesses looking to stabilize cash, delegate more, and plan for the next chapter.
- Weekly and monthly cash visibility
- Smoother hand-offs and roles
- Intentional growth vs. constant firefighting
Founders & solo owners
Entrepreneurs managing growth, team, and personal finances all at once who need a sounding board and a steady framework for decisions.
- Define owner role and boundaries
- Align business goals with personal goals
- Reduce decision fatigue with clear priorities
Services
Guided support, tailored to your stage of growth
Every engagement starts with understanding your numbers, your team, and the way you make decisions today. From there, we design coaching or consulting that fits the realities of your business—not someone else’s template.
- No long-term contracts—engagements are defined in 90-day or project-based windows.
- Clear deliverables and meeting cadence so you know exactly what to expect.
- Access to templates, tools, and frameworks you can keep using after our work together.
01 · Strategy Intensive
Focused half-day planning session
Ideal when you need clarity quickly around a specific decision: hiring, pricing, new location, or a major investment.
- Pre-work review of financials and context
- Virtual or in-person strategic working session
- 90-day action plan with 3–5 key moves
Typical investment: project-based, quoted after initial call.
02 · Ongoing Coaching
Monthly coaching for owners
A steady cadence to review results, work through decisions, and keep you accountable to the plan we create together.
- Twice-monthly 60-minute coaching calls
- Simple dashboards to track what actually matters
- Voice/email support between sessions
03 · Advisory & Projects
Hands-on consulting support
For times when you need more than advice—support with design and implementation of key systems and processes.
- Cash flow and profitability analysis
- Leadership and org design support
- Systemizing reporting and decision rhythms
Scope and pricing defined after an initial discovery conversation.
How it works
A calm, structured approach to change
We keep the process simple so you and your team can stay focused on running the business while we improve how it runs.
Step 1
Clarity call & fit
A 30-minute call to understand your goals, current challenges, and whether coaching or consulting is the better path.
Step 2
Diagnostics & plan
We review your financials, key operations, and leadership structure. You receive a written summary and recommended approach.
Step 3
Execution & review
We work the plan together, adjusting as we learn. Regular check-ins keep everyone focused on measurable progress, not endless projects.
About Morris S. Young
Morris partners with owners as an advisor, coach, and translator between financial reality and everyday decision-making.
With experience across professional services, local businesses, and growing founder-led companies, he brings a calm, practical perspective to complex situations. The goal is always the same: help you make better decisions with more confidence and less noise.
- Grounded in financial literacy and operational reality
- Designed around the human side of ownership and leadership
- Centered on measurable outcomes, not vague inspiration
Questions owners often ask
If you are not sure whether coaching or consulting is right for you, we can talk it through on a short call before you commit to anything.
How do I know if I need coaching or consulting?
Coaching is best when you want a thinking partner and accountability as you lead the business. Consulting is best when you need outside expertise to analyze, design, or implement specific changes. Many engagements blend both: we may start with a diagnostic and roadmap (consulting), then continue with monthly coaching to help you implement the plan.
What does a typical engagement cost?
Once we understand your goals and scope, we will provide a clear proposal. Strategy intensives are usually a fixed project fee. Ongoing coaching is typically a monthly retainer with a defined session cadence. Advisory and implementation work is scoped and priced based on complexity and expected duration.
Can you work with my existing accountant, bookkeeper, or internal team?
Yes. Some of the best outcomes happen when we collaborate with your existing advisors. We will clarify roles and communication up front so that everyone is working from the same picture of the business.
Is this only for businesses of a certain size or industry?
We focus on small businesses that have moved beyond the idea stage and are generating consistent revenue. That can mean a solo owner with contractors, a local trade company with a crew, or a small professional services firm. During the clarity call, we will be honest about whether we are a good fit for your stage and context.
Next step
Schedule a no-pressure clarity call
We will use this time to understand where your business is today, what you are aiming for, and whether working together makes sense. You will leave with at least one or two concrete next steps—even if we decide not to move forward.
- 30 minutes via Zoom or phone
- No obligation, no hard sell
- Best for owners or key decision-makers
Morris S. Young
Coaching & consulting for small business owners who want their business to serve their life, not consume it.
Contact
Email: Morris@morrissyoung.com
Location: Serving clients virtually and regionally.
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