Business Advisory
We love getting to know businesses through their owners. Talking to someone independent is refreshing and liberating both for you and your team.
Want an independent perspective?
Orwell advises and supports private and listed businesses from an operational and strategic perspective. We have carried out consultancy remits including but not limited to the following areas of specialism:
· Strategic advice
· Capital investment, budgeting and cost control
· Company structure
· Fundraising and investment readiness
· Presentation training & investment or sales narrative
· Operational & cultural reviews
· Recruitment
· Independent client reviews
· Employee engagement
Who do we work with?
Whether you are an advisor, creative, service provider, software developer or a manufacturer, your business will have undergone periods of both positive and negative change. Orwell Independent works with business in all sectors, of all shapes and sizes but get particularly motivated helping small and medium sized business navigate change and growth.
We love getting to know businesses through their owners, managers, and employees, and strongly believe in the value of a fresh pair of eyes and ears. We are comfortable challenging people and principles if it is the right thing to do. Talking with someone truly independent and objective is often refreshing and liberating, particularly when hurdles or bottlenecks, physical or psychological, are involved.
How do we work?
Typically we work on a project basis or day rate, to suit, but occasionally we support businesses on a formal medium-term, part-time basis.
Please get in touch if you think there is something we can help you with.
Who do we work with?
Professional advisors
Broker, Corporate Advisor or Nomad? Your relationships are precious - let us help you assess how well you are servicing your clients and increase their loyalty.
Law Firms
Are you successfully promoting all parts of your firm? Could you grow the value of existing relationships? Orwell Independent can help identify these opportunities.
PR Firms
Serious about retaining and growing your current client base, not just your ‘net win rate’? Make the difference: commission an independent client review.
Everyone
If your industry is particularly competitive and your client relationships are key to your market position, independent reviews make the difference.
Testimonials and references
“Through the whole process it felt like we were all working as a single team with shared understanding, complete transparent honesty and common goals.”
“I decided to put my faith in you and that turned out to be a fine decision. Your measured and always truthful feedback was really helpful. I really appreciate the work you did”
“Rory approached the exercise of readying our business for external investment in a highly professional and organised manner, taking time to understand all stakeholders’ interests and the business as a whole.”
Our services
Independent Reviews
A review from Orwell uncovers valuable knowledge more quickly and efficiently than doing it yourself. A third party can ask the sensitive questions so you don't have to.
Employee Engagement
Most people want to be part of an organisation that values THEM. Engaged employees are committed to the business, are happier and more productive.
Business Advisory
We love getting to know businesses through their owners. Talking to someone independent is refreshing and liberating both for you and your team.