Supporting Aspiring Small Business Owners Through Six Figures And Beyond

Over the past few months, we’ve onboarded more aspiring six-figure business owners. This isn’t surprising as more consultants learn that you have to delegate (or outsource) in order to grow your business. 

For many consultants, the jump from running a steady operation to scaling towards six figures (and beyond) isn’t about working harder — it’s about working smarter. And that means handing off (un-billable) tasks that drain time and energy so you can focus on strategy, client relationships, and growth. 

The Shift From Consultant to CEO 

Many business owners start out wearing every hat — Marketing, Finance, Admin, etc. But at a certain point, that approach stops being sustainable. Those consultants aspiring to run six-figure businesses recognise that their time is best spent on high-value activities, not buried in admin or troubleshooting systems. 

Check out our infographic, which illustrates a typical day in the life of a consultant. Notice how much time is dedicated to admin, invoicing, scheduling, and other unbillable tasks that keep you busy but don’t grow your bottom line. 

From Wearing All the Hats to Leading the Company 

Imagine the difference between a “Consultant” mindset and a “CEO” mindset: 

Consultant Mindset 

1. Juggles every micro-task 

2. Stays in the weeds of admin work 

3. Often feels overwhelmed and stuck 

CEO Mindset 

2. Delegates tasks to specialists (Operations, Admin, Marketing) 

3. Focuses on strategic planning and client relationships 

4. Frees up mental and creative space for scaling the business

   
   

By stepping into CEO mode, you’re positioning yourself to attract bigger clients, develop innovative offerings, and build a reputation as a leader in your field. 

Example: Jane’s Transition 

Take Jane, a marketing consultant who was hovering around the mid-five-figure mark. She realised she was spending about 10 hours a week on admin (emails, proposals, billing). After delegating these tasks, she repurposed those hours to host an extra workshop each month and take on two new clients. 

Result? 

• She generated an additional £4,000 in monthly revenue. 

• She felt less overwhelmed and had more energy to connect with her audience. 

The Biggest Challenges For Scaling Consultants 

Here’s what I see from aspiring consultants looking to grow as solopreneurs: 

• Too much time spent on admin and operations - Instead of focusing on client work and growing, they're stuck in emails, scheduling, and the various daily demands of the business. 

• A lack of systems and processes – What worked as a solo consultant isn’t manageable as the workload increases. 

• No time to focus on growth – Without time to step back and strategise, it's easy to plateau instead of scaling further. 

• No time for themselves – Inevitably leading to burnout and lack of motivation. 

That’s where outsourcing comes in. By streamlining operations, setting up efficient systems, and offering hands-on business support, consultants can reclaim their time and scale without burning out. Check out my blog post on Outsourcing: Where to Start – Just 30 Minutes a Day Can Transform Your Business to find out more.

Overcoming Common Delegation Barriers 

1. Quality Control Concerns 

   Solution: Start with a small project or task so you can train and refine processes without risking larger client deliverables. 

   
   

2. Fear of Extra Costs 

   Solution: Compare your billable rate to the outsourcing cost. You’ll often see a net financial gain, even with delegation expenses. 

   
   

3. Trust and Security 

   Solution: Set up clear protocols and NDAs. A reputable support service will have systems to protect sensitive data. 

Ready to Take the Next Step? 

Scaling to six figures (and beyond) doesn’t have to mean working 24/7. Instead, focus on the CEO-level tasks that truly drive revenue and growth. 

Book a Consultation with us to learn how we can seamlessly handle your admin, financial tracking, and other day-to-day tasks. 

Make the mindset shift from Consultant to CEO, and you’ll be amazed by how quickly you can rise to six figures and beyond. 

Key Takeaways 

• Delegation isn’t a luxury; it’s a strategic move to free up capacity for revenue-generating work. 

• Outsourcing tasks like admin, billing, and onboarding can translate into tangible financial gains. 

• The ultimate goal is to position yourself as a CEO who leads the vision and direction of the company, rather than being bogged down by every operational detail. 

  
  

Ready to reclaim your time and accelerate your growth? Let’s make it happen!